Question 1

Is A United Kingdom woke?

Accepted Answer

A United Kingdom has a woke score of 40/100, which means it is mixed, with noticeable woke elements. The 2016 film tells the true story of Seretse Khama, heir to the throne of Bechuanaland in southern Africa, and his 1948 marriage to white British office worker Ruth Williams. Their union faces strong opposition from both families, the British government, and apartheid South Africa, leading to exile before Seretse helps lead the country to independence as Botswana. The story centers on interracial love overcoming historical racism and colonial politics, with noticeable emphasis on black perspectives through its director and one key producer.

Question 2

Is there DEI in A United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

The biggest factors in our score are Creator track record context, Identity-driven story themes, Political / ideological dialogue. The inspiring true story of Seretse Khama, the King of Bechuanaland (modern Botswana), and Ruth Williams, the London office worker he married in 1948 in the face of fierce opposition from their families and the British and South African governments. Seretse and Ruth defied family, Apartheid and empire - their love triumphed over every obstacle flung in their path and in so doing they transformed their nation and inspired the world.

A United Kingdom

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