The Tower (2012) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

The Tower2012

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What We Think

‘The Tower’ is refreshingly non-woke, preferring complexity and fidelity to history over ideological storytelling. For viewers tired of overwrought identity politics and flat ideological battles, this series feels like a breath of fresh air.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Not Woke

What is this?

'The Tower' sticks to historical and literary roots, favoring character-driven storytelling over any visible identity-based casting or forced representation. There are no flawless superhuman characters parachuted in for diversity’s sake, just flawed individuals facing the unique pressures of late GDR society.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The series critically explores the decline of East German society without aggressively undermining religion, family, or tradition. It depicts the struggle of families against the socialist regime but doesn’t use these themes as a springboard to vilify traditional values. If anything, the show feels like a reminder of their strengths.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Mildly Woke

What is this?

While the GDR is clearly depicted as repressive, the show gives nuanced perspectives, showing both complicity and resistance in various forms. Traditional and alternative viewpoints are both explored, instead of being written off as cartoonish villains or saints.

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