One of Us Is Lying (2021) | How Woke Is It?

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80%

One of Us Is Lying2021

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What We Think

‘One of Us Is Lying’ weaves its mystery around a modern high school, but there’s a hefty side helping of current ideological trends. Identity-driven storytelling and a lack of real pluralism make it a prime example of the genre’s ‘woke’ direction.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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The show frequently foregrounds identity dynamics, with characters’ sexuality, race, and social status playing a central role in the narrative. While there’s genuine teen drama, it sometimes feels like certain plot points are driven more by checking diversity boxes than organic storytelling.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional family structures and values are almost always shown as sources of dysfunction or oppression. Masculinity is often portrayed with a critical eye, and institutions like religion are sidelined or critiqued, making cultural traditions feel outdated.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Most of the main characters quickly align with progressive views, and the show tends to cast traditional or dissenting perspectives as shallow or villainous. Sincere alternative worldviews don’t get fair airtime, resulting in an echo chamber effect.

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