Pokémon Origins (2013) | How Woke Is It?

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Pokémon Origins2013

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What We Think

Pokémon Origins is blissfully non-woke, focused on classic storytelling, adventure, and hard-won progress, without any modern identity distractions. It’s a reminder of simpler times in animation.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Pokémon Origins sticks very closely to the original Red/Blue games, emphasizing character growth through genuine challenge rather than focusing on identity politics. There’s no obvious prioritization of race, gender, or sexuality over skill and story. The storytelling remains focused on classic heroism and the joy of competition.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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There’s no subversion of traditional values or family in sight. The show simply follows a young boy’s journey without attempting to rewrite history or undermine expected cultural threads. Traditional tropes, like mentorship and respect for elders, are more present than any modern ideological spin.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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What is this?

Pokémon Origins doesn’t push any overt ideological message and doesn’t villainize non-woke viewpoints, mainly because it barely addresses those topics at all. There’s a refreshing absence of finger-wagging or agenda peddling. It’s all about personal growth and adventure.

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