The Gone (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

40%

The Gone2023

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What We Think

'The Gone' leans far more on classic thriller formulas than on scoring points for modern ideological trends. It doesn’t go out of its way to be 'woke', keeping most of its focus on story and atmosphere. Traditional perspectives aren’t front and center, but they aren’t aggressively subverted either.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

'The Gone' primarily prioritizes its central mystery and character-driven drama over overt messaging. While there is some representation of diverse identities in the lead roles, it doesn’t come across as forced or at the expense of the story’s tension or authenticity. The show remains relatively focused on plot and interpersonal dynamics.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The series gently brushes against traditional themes like family and community, and there's no heavy-handed undermining of cultural or moral traditions. While set in a modern context, it doesn’t go out of its way to ridicule traditional beliefs or roles, those themes mostly serve as scenic background rather than ideological battlegrounds.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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While not entirely absent, alternative and traditional worldviews aren’t front and center, but neither are they consistently mocked or villainized. The ideological atmosphere is subdued, focusing more on the suspense and personal stakes rather than hammering home a singular worldview.

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