The film lacks explicit depictions of LGBTQ+ identities or non-heteronormative relationships. The narrative focus remains on familial exchanges and the central trio of Quasimodo, Esméralda, and Frollo.

The story architecture centers on male figures, including the protagonist and the authority figure Frollo. While Esméralda is a central character, her agency remains undefined within the current narrative framework.

The inclusion of Esméralda, a Cuban girl, introduces racial and class-based intersectionality. This presence disrupts homogeneous casting norms by placing a character of color within a high-society social exchange.

The presence of a mysterious evangelist suggests a potential critique of religious institutions. The transactional exchange of children hints at a commentary on social status and corrupted family structures.

Quasimodo is defined by his physical deformity, providing central visibility for disability. However, there is a risk that his condition serves primarily as a plot device for systemic suspicion.