Kardec

The film strictly follows 19th-century social norms and does not depict any non-traditional gender identities or same-sex relationships. The focus is on the protagonist's spiritual journey.

Women are shown primarily as mediums facilitating the spiritualist movement. However, they do not play a central role in driving the narrative, which focuses on the male scholar's journey within a patriarchal framework.

The film's casting reflects a homogeneous European population typical of mid-19th-century France. It does not include diverse casting to break the historical context of the era.

The story critiques institutional power by showing conflicts between the Catholic Church and Spiritism. It challenges the dominance of religious institutions by introducing a new spiritual paradigm.

Mediumship is explored through historical and spiritual perspectives rather than focusing on disability. The film does not center on physical or mental disabilities as part of its narrative.