
Movie review
Black Adam
Woke Score
Lower is better
- Release Date
- October 19, 2022
- Age Rating
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 125 min
Where to Watch
United States · Last checked 5/13/2026
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Breakdown
Factors & Ratings
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for Black Adam.
Representation / casting choices
Casting includes visible race and identity adjustments for Hawkman and Cyclone, with a non-binary performer in a key role and producer statements prioritizing diversity.
Political / ideological dialogue
Dialogue stays on heroism, revenge, and protection with almost no modern activist language or lectures.
Identity-driven story themes
Core story centers on a champion defending his oppressed homeland from tyrants and corporate invaders in a fantasy setting.
Institutional / cultural critique
Portrays ancient kings and modern corporate thugs as exploiters, but without activist-style attacks on patriarchy, capitalism, or Western institutions.
