The film contains no visible LGBTQ+ characters or narratives exploring non-heteronormative identities. The focus remains strictly on the theological and political conflicts of the era.

Jean Seberg’s portrayal of Joan of Arc provides a powerful template of female agency. She assumes military command and intellectual dominance over her male counterparts, effectively challenging patriarchal constraints.

The cast is predominantly white and European, consistent with the 15th-century historical context and 1957 production standards. There is no evidence of intentional racial blending.

The film offers a sophisticated critique of the Catholic Church and judicial systems. It portrays these institutions as oppressive and corrupt, prioritizing systemic control over the truth.

There are no significant depictions of physical or neurodivergent disabilities used as central plot devices or character traits.