The narrative lacks explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or non-heteronormative romantic structures. The central bond between the leads focuses on survival and shared trauma rather than identity-based exploration.

Dororo provides significant agency as a thief and survivor, serving as a moral compass. While this disrupts some passive female tropes, the film remains largely tethered to traditional action-adventure dynamics.

As a period-specific Japanese production, the cast is ethnically homogeneous. Diversity is limited to the internal fantasy elements of the world-building rather than demographic representation.

The film critiques traditional power structures and the cost of prosperity. It explores how systemic stability is often built upon sacrifice, corruption, and the deconstruction of established social orders.

Hyakkimaru’s quest to reclaim his body parts serves as a visceral metaphor for bodily integrity. The story avoids inspiration porn by focusing on the violent reality of his physical impairment.