The film adheres to heteronormative standards throughout its narrative. There is no evidence of non-cisnormative identities or same-sex intimacy within the story.

Dorothy serves as a strong protagonist with significant agency. While female characters like Glinda hold prominent roles, the dynamics largely follow established hero archetypes.

Diversity is expressed through a variety of fantasy creatures like the China Princess. However, this focuses on non-human species rather than human racial intersectionality.

The story follows a traditional Western 'good vs. evil' binary. It focuses on restoring order rather than critiquing religious or social institutions.

Characters like the Tin Man represent magical archetypes rather than nuanced depictions of disability. The film lacks exploration of physical or invisible disabilities with agency.