Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities (2022) | How Woke Is It?

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Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities2022

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What We Think

Cabinet of Curiosities flirts with modern tropes, but keeps the focus on gothic horror and storytelling. While there are sprinkles of identity themes, traditional genre lovers will still find plenty to appreciate. Not the wokest fare out there, but you’ll notice some nudges.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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While most episodes emphasize storytelling and genre craft, there is some focus on identity themes in casting and character backstories. The anthology format means some stories push diversity more overtly, but overall, plot and horror take center stage without letting ideological points overwhelm the narrative.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Some episodes touch on themes that subtly critique traditional values or norms, but this is largely in service of horror and worldbuilding. There’s the occasional modern lens applied to gender, race, or power dynamics, yet tradition and folk elements are mostly respected for their creepy, atmospheric value.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The anthology format allows for a range of perspectives, so while some installments lean into contemporary ideological tropes, others stick to genre conventions. Dissenting worldviews aren’t always mocked, but there’s a noticeable preference for modern attitudes and sensibilities.

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