Movie review
June 15, 2018 · 105 min · R
Woke Score
Lower is better
Breakdown
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for Set It Up.
Woke representation / casting
Casting features actors of different ethnicities in prominent boss roles that align with New York professional environments; no visible identity signaling or forced diversity emphasis in the story or marketing.
Woke political dialogue
The dialogue focuses on romance, work frustrations, and personal schemes with no political or social-justice content.
Identity-driven story themes
Story highlights ambitious young adults navigating careers and relationships; includes a female character aspiring to journalism but without identity-based messaging or group advocacy.
Western institutional / cultural critique
Depicts demanding corporate bosses and overworked assistants in a light comedic way; presents no activist-style critique of capitalism, patriarchy, or Western institutions.
Review
Set It Up is a 2018 Netflix romantic comedy about two overworked assistants in New York City who team up to set their demanding bosses on a date. The plan aims to give the assistants more breathing room while they handle endless tasks for their high-powered employers. Along the way, the assistants develop their own connection amid the chaos of schemes and late-night errands. The film delivers classic rom-com humor and chemistry in a straightforward workplace romance.
Woke character or canon changes
Not relevant
Anti-woke backlash and complaints
Searches of news and social media show no anti-woke complaints or accusations of pushing identity politics; reception was largely positive for entertainment value.
Creator track record context
Writer has light feminist elements in other comedies; director has worked on shows with diverse casts and commented on inclusive sets; other key crew lack activist histories.
Production
