Fleabag (2016) | How Woke Is It?

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65%

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What We Think

"Fleabag" certainly leans into modern, irreverent attitudes toward gender and tradition, but its multidimensional characters and writing lift it slightly above your average "woke" fare. Not egregiously ideological, but far from a non-woke classic.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While "Fleabag" prominently features a female lead and modern relationship themes, the show’s character depth and sharp writing largely prevent identity politics from overwhelming the story. Characters are flawed, and arcs focus on personal growth, not checkboxes.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Woke

What is this?

The show has a tendency to poke fun at traditional morality, religious figures, and family structures. Masculinity is often portrayed as hapless or ineffectual. Still, it avoids outright demonizing these foundations, allowing for some nuance amidst the irreverence.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Woke

What is this?

"Fleabag" tends to center progressive, modern perspectives, while more traditional worldviews are either comic relief or obstacles to be overcome. However, these elements are handled with enough wit to avoid total caricature.

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