The film lacks centralized narratives regarding non-cisnormative identities or same-sex intimacy. While the ensemble consists of eccentrics, LGBTQ+ identities are not prioritized as a primary plot driver.

The narrative subverts traditional hierarchies by introducing strong-willed female characters. These women operate with high agency and competence, challenging the submissive female archetype within a patriarchal setting.

Set in a fictionalized Mexican border town, the film utilizes a diverse, international cast. The inclusion of Latin American and non-white characters disrupts the homogeneous white casts typical of Westerns.

The film excels in critiquing traditional institutions and capitalism. It embraces moral relativism, presenting a world driven by survival and opportunistic greed rather than singular righteousness or institutional loyalty.

There is limited evidence of agency-driven portrayals of neurodivergence or physical disability. Characters appear weathered or eccentric, but these traits serve the chaotic setting rather than focused character studies.