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Los mediocres
Movie

Los mediocres

1966Unknown

Woke Score
1
out of 10

Plot

Overall Series Review

Los mediocres is a 1966 Mexican omnibus film that functions as a sharp, satirical social critique of the nation's elite. The narrative shifts the focus of 'mediocrity' away from the working class and onto the wealthy, high-society citizens who are depicted as useless, self-absorbed, and unable to solve the country's real problems. The director uses dark humor to chastise this powerful class for adopting superficial foreign (specifically French) cultural trends while ignoring the authentic and pressing local issues of Mexico. The film is fundamentally a piece of social commentary that calls for an authentic national perspective and highlights the contrasts and inequalities within Mexico City. It judges characters based on their societal contribution and personal vitality rather than any immutable characteristics or political identity framework.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics1/10

Characters are judged by their class privilege and its resulting lack of merit or social utility; the film’s central critique is a class distinction, not an intersectional hierarchy based on race or identity. The narrative focuses on the failures of a privileged elite regardless of their specific immutable characteristics, which aligns with universal meritocracy principles. There is no evidence of vilification of 'whiteness' or forced diversity, as the critique is directed at economic and social class.

Oikophobia2/10

The film criticizes the elite class for their cultural self-alienation, specifically their tendency to adopt 'Frenchified' customs and ignore local 'Mexican themes' and problems. This is an internal critique designed to promote national authenticity and focus on native issues, viewing local institutions and culture as the solution rather than condemning them as fundamentally corrupt. It views core cultural institutions as a bulwark against foreign cultural pretension.

Feminism2/10

The core plot is focused on social class and national critique, not gender dynamics. There is no evidence in the film's premise of 'Mary Sue' or 'Girl Boss' tropes, or an overt anti-natalist message. Masculinity is not a central subject of ridicule. The score reflects a non-focus on modern gender ideology and the constraints of its 1966 Mexican production period.

LGBTQ+1/10

The plot is centered on social class critique and satire. There is no focus on alternative sexualities, deconstructing the nuclear family, or advancing gender ideology. The structure remains firmly within the normative social and private sexual framework typical of the era.

Anti-Theism1/10

The film’s satire is directed toward the cultural and social irresponsibility of the upper class, not toward religious institutions or faith. There is no evidence of traditional religion being framed as the root of evil or of Christian characters being depicted as inherent bigots. The moral framework stems from an objective social critique of utility and responsibility.