The film lacks engagement with queer narratives or non-cisnormative identities. There is no evidence of same-sex intimacy or critiques of heteronormativity within the story.

A female teacher and widow provides a central perspective as she protects her pupils. However, her agency remains tied to traditional domestic and educational roles.

The setting and focus on American soldiers and European orphans suggest a predominantly white, Eurocentric cast. The film does not utilize diverse casting to disrupt its historical context.

The narrative leans heavily into Western European folklore and the Krampus legend. It utilizes traditional institutional settings like an orphanage without offering significant cultural critique.

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities. The plot focuses on the external supernatural threat rather than neurodivergent or physical disability arcs.