Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung (2019) | How Woke Is It?

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88%

Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung2019

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What We Think

History gets quite the rewrite here in the name of representation. With strong modern sensibilities shoehorned into Joseon-era Korea, "Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung" is about as subtle as a sledgehammer in its ideological messaging. If you’re looking for non-woke period fare, look elsewhere.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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Much of the show centers on gender issues, giving its lead strengths and modern attitudes that may not fit with the historical context. Several characters seem primarily defined by their identity or progressive views, potentially at the expense of more organic storytelling.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional gender roles, family hierarchies, and even aspects of religion and monarchy are routinely challenged. Female empowerment is portrayed as inherently more just, with older norms often shown as obstacles or caricatures.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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Dissenting perspectives, such as those supporting traditional institutions, are typically depicted as backward or villainous, with little room for a plurality of viewpoints. There's a clear moral message supporting modern egalitarian standards.

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