Peaky Blinders (2013) | How Woke Is It?

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Peaky Blinders2013

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What We Think

Peaky Blinders is refreshingly non-woke for a recent drama. It respects its setting, prioritizes story over virtue-signaling, and portrays tradition, masculinity, and diverse perspectives without turning to modern ideology. In a sea of "woke" TV, it stands out as straightforward storytelling.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Peaky Blinders largely focuses on story and character rather than cramming in modern identity politics. Casting and character arcs feel organic to the 1920s Birmingham setting, with an emphasis on grit, skill, and ambition, rather than box-ticking for diversity or ideology. It’s hard to spot obvious narrative compromises here.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The show doesn’t go out of its way to undermine traditional values. Masculinity, family loyalty, religion, and morality are all represented in a flawed, gritty way, rooted in the time period. Critiques are balanced, not preachy, and the setting respects historical context over revisionism.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Traditional and alternative viewpoints clash throughout the series, with plenty of internal debate and complex antagonists. No simplistic strawmen or cartoon villains representing traditional culture, everyone's got warts, and every camp gets their say. It’s refreshingly pluralistic for modern TV.

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