Turn of the Tide (2023) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictNot Woke

15%

Turn of the Tide2023

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What We Think

“Turn of the Tide” mostly escapes the heavy-handed wokeness that plagues much of modern TV. Its focus on authentic characters, family, and gritty conflict should please viewers craving storytelling rooted in something real. Non-woke viewers can breathe a sigh of relief.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

Mildly Woke

What is this?

From what can be seen, “Turn of the Tide” places character motivations, gritty realism, and local color at the heart of the story. There’s little evidence of narrative being sacrificed for identity politics or heavy-handed box-checking. The characters seem crafted to fit their environment, not just fill quotas.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

Not Woke

What is this?

The show grounds itself in family, tradition, and the harsh realities of small-town life. There’s no significant subversion or mockery of faith, masculinity, or legacy. Instead, these cultural elements drive the story, suggesting a refreshingly non-woke approach.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

Not Woke

What is this?

Alternative viewpoints, particularly those rooted in morality, survival, and ambition, are explored sincerely. Characters aren’t forced into modern ideological boxes, and there’s genuine conflict rather than cartoonish villainy. The show feels pluralistic and authentic to its setting.

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