Sleeping Dog (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

32%

Sleeping Dog2023

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What We Think

Sleeping Dog is surprisingly restrained for a 2023 release. Identity politics and ideology don't overwhelm the plot, and cultural traditions aren't thrown under the bus. There’s a bit of contemporary bias, but it’s not the usual woke parade.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the show features diverse characters, it doesn't strongly emphasize identity over narrative. Characters feel distinct based on their personalities, professions, and flaws rather than simply their backgrounds. Forced representation and 'Mary Sue' tendencies are largely absent.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Mildly Woke

What is this?

Traditional values, family dynamics, and personal struggles are portrayed with nuance. While modern attitudes crop up, the story doesn't overtly undermine masculinity, family, or religion. Gender roles shift slightly, but it aligns with character-driven storytelling more than any agenda-pushing.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Woke

What is this?

There is a bias toward modern perspectives, with little sincere debate over alternative viewpoints. Still, the show avoids cartoonish villainization of the 'old guard.' Most of the cast shares fairly standard modern assumptions, but there are fleeting notes of pluralism.

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