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Easy A
Movie

Easy A

2010Comedy, Drama, Romance

Woke Score
4
out of 10

Plot

After a little white lie about losing her virginity gets out, a clean cut high school girl sees her life paralleling Hester Prynne's in "The Scarlet Letter," which she is currently studying in school - until she decides to use the rumor mill to advance her social and financial standing.

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Overall Series Review

Easy A is a clever high school comedy that largely avoids modern identity politics and intersectional lecturing. The story focuses on the consequences of rumors and individual choices rather than systemic oppression. One of the film's strongest points is the portrayal of the Penderghast family, which is depicted as a loving, supportive, and highly functional nuclear unit. While the film features a female lead who takes control of her reputation, she is portrayed as a flawed human being who faces real social consequences for her deceptions. The film's primary ideological lean is its sharp critique of traditional religious groups, which are portrayed as the primary source of intolerance in the community.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics2/10

Characters are judged by their actions and social reputations rather than their race or immutable traits. The narrative does not focus on privilege or systemic power dynamics, opting instead for a merit-based look at high school popularity.

Oikophobia2/10

The movie highlights a healthy and happy American home life. The parents are wise, funny, and deeply involved in their daughter's life, presenting the family unit as a positive shield against social chaos.

Feminism3/10

Olive is a witty and capable protagonist, but she is not an invincible 'Girl Boss.' She suffers for her mistakes and seeks a traditional romantic connection with a male love interest who is depicted as kind and competent.

LGBTQ+4/10

A subplot involves a gay student who is bullied, leading Olive to help him maintain a straight facade for social survival. While it advocates for tolerance, it does not lecture on gender theory or deconstruct traditional norms.

Anti-Theism8/10

The film portrays the Christian student group as the clear villains. These characters are depicted as judgmental, hypocritical, and mean-spirited, framing traditional religious morality as a form of social persecution.

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