Movie review
June 11, 2021 · 107 min · PG
Woke Score
Lower is better
Breakdown
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for Skater Girl.
Woke representation / casting
Natural Indian cast for authentic rural Indian village story; no forced diversity or signaling.
Woke political dialogue
Traditional patriarchal statements from father and villagers (“things meant for boys”); no modern activist speeches.
Identity-driven story themes
Narrative driven by teenage girl defying village gender norms to chase skateboarding dream.
Western institutional / cultural critique
Rural Indian patriarchy and traditions shown as obstacles in realistic local context; no modern Western activist reframing.
Woke character or canon changes
Review
Skater Girl is a 2021 coming-of-age sports drama about Prerna, a teenager in rural Rajasthan, India, who discovers skateboarding and fights to compete in the national championship. The story centers on her personal growth and determination amid family and village obstacles. Visible elements include recurring emphasis on female empowerment as Prerna defies traditional gender roles and patriarchal family expectations to pursue her passion.
Not relevant
Anti-woke backlash and complaints
No anti-woke backlash or claims of pushing identity politics; credit dispute over real-life inspiration only.
Creator track record context
No relevant prior work cited.
Production
