The film lacks LGBTQ+ identities or non-cisnormative gender expressions. The narrative focuses entirely on the protagonist's psychological duality and biological transformation.

Female characters occupy peripheral roles, often serving as victims or catalysts for the male protagonist. The central conflict remains an exclusively male-driven scientific struggle.

Centering a Black protagonist in a Victorian-inspired setting disrupts traditional casting norms for this period. However, the transformation into an albino monster adds a complex layer to this representation.

The story operates within a traditional moral framework, distinguishing social order from chaotic behavior. It does not prioritize secularism or critiques of systemic institutions.

The protagonist's transformation serves as a physical and psychological disability. The film risks using this change as a horror plot device rather than a nuanced exploration of disability.