Stonehouse (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Stonehouse2023

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What We Think

Stonehouse largely avoids the usual pitfalls of modern woke storytelling, sticking to its historical subject and character flaws rather than preaching. In terms of narrative integrity, cultural respect, and ideological balance, it is refreshingly restrained by today’s standards.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

Stonehouse is primarily a biographical drama focusing on the true story of British politician John Stonehouse. The narrative leans on personal flaws and historical facts rather than modern identity politics. Little evidence of forced representation or identity-first character writing is apparent.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The show sticks to the real events without obvious attempts to attack or rewrite traditional values, religion, or family. Masculinity, family, and personal failure are presented in line with their historical context rather than subverted for modern commentary.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While some contemporary sensibilities appear in the dialogue, there is no heavy-handed villainization of tradition or overt uniformity of ideology. The portrayal feels balanced, focusing more on universal human flaws than today’s ideological battles.

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