From the Manger to the Cross

The film follows the religious norms of its subject matter and does not depict any non-traditional gender identities or same-sex relationships.

Women's roles are defined by their religious devotion and motherhood, while men are positioned as leaders. The film reinforces traditional gender roles.

The film uses local Middle Eastern actors and extras, avoiding the whitewashing common in later Hollywood biblical epics.

The film portrays a traditional religious figure and upholds the established hierarchies and moral order.

The narrative centers on miracles and faith, without addressing the experiences or roles of characters with disabilities.