Wiseguy (1987) | How Woke Is It?

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What We Think

Wiseguy is refreshing for its era, and by today’s standards, being largely free from the ideological monotony and forced representation plaguing recent TV. It focuses on gritty realism, nuanced characters, and authentic narratives without shoehorning modern social messages. Consider this one decidedly non-woke.

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Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Wiseguy focuses on compelling storytelling and character-driven plots, prioritizing narrative over ideological messaging. Characters are developed with depth and flaws, with casting and writing decisions clearly aimed at fit and realism rather than forced diversity. There's little if any sign of identity politics overriding story.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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The show generally respects traditional themes like family, loyalty, masculinity, and morality. While it sometimes challenges corruption and personal morality, it doesn’t undermine foundational cultural values or invert traditional roles purely for modern ideological purposes.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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The series offers a variety of perspectives, including moral conflicts and gray areas, without mocking traditional viewpoints or setting up one worldview as universally correct. Alternative perspectives are given credibility rather than caricature.

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