The film focuses strictly on the social realities of 19th-century England. There is no presence of queer identities or non-heteronormative subtext in the character arcs.

The narrative reinforces Victorian gender hierarchies, placing men in roles of authority and labor. Women are primarily depicted in domestic or caretaking capacities.

Set in Victorian England, the film reflects a homogeneous social order. The cast and setting primarily depict a white, Anglo-Saxon demographic.

The story critiques industrialization and the commodification of living beings. However, its moral framework remains rooted in traditional Victorian ethics and responsibility.

The film lacks central characters with visible or invisible disabilities. While the horse experiences physical suffering, this does not address human neurodivergence or disability.