The film contains no LGBTQ+ characters or non-heteronormative identities. It adheres strictly to a traditional, heteronormative family structure centered on the Brody lineage.

Ellen Brody centers the narrative, shifting focus from traditional masculine dominance to maternal intuition and psychic phenomena. However, her character remains largely tethered to conventional maternal tropes.

The cast is predominantly white, failing to reflect the diversity of its Caribbean setting. The narrative uses the Bahamas merely as a backdrop without providing agency to local populations.

The film follows a standard creature-feature framework without systemic critique. It depicts a breakdown of local authority and imbues the shark with supernatural, moralistic motivations.

Psychological trauma and psychic connections are explored through the lens of grief. These elements serve as supernatural plot devices rather than nuanced portrayals of mental health.