The film adheres to early 1970s exploitation tropes. There are no queer narratives or non-cisnormative identities present in the story.

Character agency is concentrated in male figures like the scientist. Female characters are largely relegated to damsel in distress archetypes.

As a Filipino production, the cast and crew are predominantly non-Anglo-Saxon. This provides a significant departure from Western-centric casting norms.

The narrative prioritizes visceral thrills over sociological critique. It lacks the deconstruction of traditional institutions found in more progressive works.

Physical transformation is used as a vehicle for horror and violence. The film lacks nuanced exploration of lived experiences regarding disability.