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National Treasure
Movie

National Treasure

2004 • Unknown

Woke Score
2
out of 10

Plot

Modern treasure hunters, led by archaeologist Ben Gates, search for a chest of riches rumored to have been stashed away by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin during the Revolutionary War. The chest's whereabouts may lie in secret clues embedded in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and Gates is in a race to find the gold before his enemies do.

Overall Series Review

National Treasure is an action-adventure film centered on a high-stakes hunt for a hidden Freemason treasure protected by the United States Founding Fathers. The narrative is driven by an intense love for American history, architecture, and core founding documents like the Declaration of Independence. The plot pits a patriotic American hero against a greedy, opportunistic English villain. The film does not contain any of the core markers of the woke mind virus, prioritizing themes of historical preservation, family legacy, and objective moral justice (greed is punished, honor is rewarded). It focuses on individual merit in solving complex historical puzzles rather than identity, and features a standard male-female romantic relationship.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics2/10

The narrative’s core conflict is between noble intent and greed, not based on immutable characteristics. Characters are judged entirely on their moral actions and intellectual merit in solving historical ciphers. The main hero and villain are both white males, and there is no race-swapping or narrative vilification of whiteness.

Oikophobia1/10

The entire film is a passionate celebration of Western and American heritage, centering on sacred national documents and historical landmarks like the Declaration of Independence and Independence Hall. The plot is driven by the hero's desire to preserve the Founding Fathers' legacy and keep the treasure within the nation's control, demonstrating strong gratitude and respect for ancestors.

Feminism3/10

The female lead, Dr. Abigail Chase, holds a high-ranking professional position as an archivist and is portrayed as highly intelligent and competent. Her character’s professional authority is sometimes undermined by male characters focusing on her physical appearance, and the narrative elevates the male amateur (Gates) as the heroic leader over the female professional. There is no anti-natal or anti-family messaging; the story ends with a traditional romantic pairing.

LGBTQ+1/10

No elements of alternative sexualities, queer theory, or gender ideology are present. The film maintains a normative structure with the romantic sub-plot consisting of a traditional male-female pairing.

Anti-Theism1/10

The story's metaphysical backdrop involves the Knights Templar and the Freemasons, portraying them as moral actors who hid a treasure for the greater good. The film’s morality is objective, where the noble-minded are rewarded and the greedy villain is imprisoned. Faith or traditional religion is neither criticized nor a central theme, and there is no spiritual vacuum.