In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

30%

In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal2023

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What We Think

'In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal' keeps its focus on exposing cult abuse, not lecturing on identity politics. While tough on religious extremism, it avoids the typical woke pitfalls. Traditional values largely remain intact, making this a refreshingly non-woke entry by modern standards.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

The show presents a gripping true-crime documentary, focusing on cult leaders and abuses of power rather than shoehorning in identity politics or forced modern themes. Character development is based in real events, not demographic checkboxes. There's little evidence of narrative sacrifice to ideology.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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What is this?

While the show is critical of religious extremism and cults, it doesn't broadly attack religion, family, or cultural traditions. Its critique appears focused on specific abuses, not mainstream or traditional values, so foundational societal elements are largely respected.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

The worldview is relatively investigative, addressing the wrongdoing of cult leaders. It criticizes particular behaviors without overtly mocking all alternative beliefs. There isn't much room for pluralism, but most subjects are, by nature, extreme cases.

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