The story centers on the established romantic tension between Lupin and Fujiko Mine. It lacks explicit depictions of non-cisnormative identities, remaining focused on heteronormative tropes.

Fujiko Mine provides high agency, using intellect and manipulation to drive the plot. However, the film relies on the femme fatale archetype, which leans into traditional gendered tropes.

Setting the film in Singapore allows for a multicultural atmosphere and a diverse supporting cast. Despite this, central narrative agency remains concentrated within the Japanese protagonist group.

The narrative deconstructs institutional authority by framing theft as a source of individual agency. Characters prioritize personal codes over state-sanctioned morality and Western legal frameworks.

There are no prominent depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities. The memory-loss mechanic serves as a high-concept plot device rather than a nuanced exploration of cognitive disability.