Prohibition (2011) | How Woke Is It?

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Prohibition2011

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What We Think

“Prohibition” is about as non-woke as modern documentaries get, relying on balanced history rather than trendy messaging. It’s a refreshing throwback, for those tired of ideology overshadowing content.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

“Prohibition” is a classic, straightforward Ken Burns documentary. It puts historical facts, not modern social engineering, front and center, and its characters are explored for their contributions, not identity politics. Forced representation and ideological story-bending are virtually absent.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The series offers a nuanced look at America’s cultural and moral landscape during Prohibition, treating religion, family structures, and gender roles with respect and context. There’s no heavy-handed subversion of traditional values or attempts at cultural revisionism to fit modern narratives.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While it mainly leans on a factual, mainstream interpretation of history, the show does represent both sides of the Prohibition debate, including traditionalists and reformers, without blatantly villainizing any group. Alternative worldviews aren’t mocked but given reasonable airtime.

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