Notre-Dame (2022) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

37%

Notre-Dame2022

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What We Think

Surprisingly restrained for a modern French drama, "Notre-Dame" keeps woke elements mostly in the background. It focuses on storytelling and character over ideology, allowing the emotional weight of the real-life tragedy to lead.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While "Notre-Dame" includes a range of diverse characters, their storylines are largely anchored in personal struggles connected to the fire, rather than tacked-on ideological messaging. The show’s focus stays on developing flawed, human characters, not just checking diversity boxes.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Woke

What is this?

Traditional themes like faith, family, and sacrifice are explored, especially regarding the cathedral’s significance. Any subversion is subtle, with the story generally respecting cultural and religious values, rather than using the setting as a soapbox for modern activism.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

There are a few nods toward modern social themes, but the show avoids outright villainizing alternative or traditional viewpoints. Instead, it gives most characters nuance, and doesn’t hammer home a single ideology, refreshing for a recent drama.

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