The film focuses exclusively on heteronormative romantic entanglements. There is no presence of non-cisnormative gender identities or critiques of heteronormativity.

The narrative centers on a female protagonist who subverts patriarchal constraints. Zoya pursues independence and refuses to remain a passive recipient of social dictates.

The production features a predominantly white cast. While the protagonist is Russian, the casting does not utilize techniques to challenge demographic norms or racial intersectionality.

The film explores friction between individual desire and social institutions like class hierarchy. It avoids deconstructing Western social norms or promoting radical secularism.

There are no visible or invisible disabilities portrayed within the primary character arcs. No characters with disabilities are utilized as plot devices.