City of Joy

The film follows a traditional storyline focused on a heterosexual relationship between the main character and a local woman. There are no characters with non-binary or transgender identities.

Gita provides significant emotional depth and serves as a moral guide. However, the narrative centers around the male protagonist's journey, and women's ability to drive the story is framed through his perspective.

The film avoids typical tourist stereotypes by featuring an Indian female lead and local actors. Despite this, the plot is still influenced by the experiences of an American character.

The narrative critiques Western institutions and capitalist expansion by emphasizing community dignity over economic models. It effectively portrays the systemic issues faced by street children in Calcutta.

The film focuses on class-based struggles and does not highlight characters with physical or neurodivergent conditions. It does not center characters with disabilities as agents of their own stories.