Shahs of Sunset (2012) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

23%

Shahs of Sunset2012

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What We Think

For a Bravo reality show, 'Shahs of Sunset' is surprisingly non-woke, focusing more on character drama than lecturing viewers. It serves identity and tradition straight-up, with all the messy debates you’d expect from real life, not a sanitized PR campaign.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'Shahs of Sunset' focuses on the real lives of Persian-Americans in LA. While there's plenty of drama, identity is explored organically rather than shoehorned in for ideological purposes. Characters are mostly developed around their personalities and conflicts, not just their race or other traits.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the show dishes out the typical reality TV excess, it actually highlights family ties, tradition, and cultural celebrations. Sometimes it leans into stereotypes, but it doesn't undermine family or faith as inherently outdated or negative, if anything, those elements add depth.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

The cast often debates traditional versus modern values, letting multiple perspectives clash on screen. While some modern attitudes are showcased, dissenting opinions aren’t swept under the rug or villainized, giving the show a bit more balance than most Hollywood offerings.

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