Ghost of the Pearl Divers

The film does not include any characters with non-binary gender identities. It focuses on traditional folklore rather than queer narratives, reflecting the social norms of 1960s Japanese cinema.

Female characters like Katsuko Wakasugi and Kyōko Yashiro play central roles. However, the story follows genre clichés without challenging traditional gender roles.

As a domestic Japanese production, the cast is largely uniform. The film emphasizes a culturally specific experience rather than a diverse, globally inclusive production.

The story draws heavily from traditional Japanese spirituality and folklore. It avoids Western-centric morality but does not actively challenge institutional power or promote secularism.

There is no evidence of the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities in this work.