One Day (2024) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictHyper Woke

80%

One Day2024

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What We Think

'One Day' keeps its romantic heart but is draped in a heavy coat of modern wokeness. Diverse representation takes center stage, often in a manner that feels prescribed, and traditional values get little more than a sideways glance. If you prefer your drama non-woke and timeless, this one probably won't be your cup of tea.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Woke

What is this?

'One Day' features diverse casting, with clear emphasis on identity factors, and sometimes elevates these at the expense of deeper character exploration. The story sticks mostly to its romantic roots, but moments feel constructed to tick representation boxes rather than emerge organically from the plot.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Hyper Woke

What is this?

Traditional values like religion and family are portrayed as outdated or side issues. Masculinity is often softened or painted as a flaw, while female and queer characters are depicted as more morally upright or wiser, aligning with modern ideological standards.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Hyper Woke

What is this?

Traditional perspectives are sidelined and rarely addressed sincerely; most characters share similar worldview assumptions. Dissenting or non-progressive attitudes are generally cast in a negative or simplistic light, offering little real debate or diversity of thought.

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