Carnival of Rhythm

The film does not include any representation of LGBTQ+ identities or non-binary gender characters. It follows the traditional assumption that everyone is straight and cisgender, which was common in 1940s cinema.

The film does not challenge traditional gender roles. Women's roles are limited to performing music, suggesting they have little influence over the plot beyond their aesthetic contributions.

The film focuses on the lives of Brazilian peasants and workers, moving away from Western-centric casting. This highlights the inclusion of non-Anglo-Saxon ethnic identities.

The film emphasizes communal folk traditions and the working class, celebrating collective identity through music rather than focusing on Western institutional values.

The film does not address characters with disabilities, such as physical, sensory, or neurodivergent conditions. There is no information about how these experiences are represented.