Nightbooks

The film follows a traditional storyline where everyone is assumed to be straight or cisgender. There are no explicit LGBTQ+ characters or narratives focused on non-traditional gender identities.

The film challenges traditional gender roles by featuring a strong, independent female antagonist named Helen. She uses her intelligence to overcome obstacles, avoiding the typical physical strength stereotype.

Alex, a Black protagonist, plays a central role driven by her intellect and strategic thinking. This casting avoids the common issue of sidelining people of color in fantasy genres.

The setting operates outside traditional societal structures like religion or law. Morality is shaped by the subjective logic of horror stories rather than objective codes.

The film does not depict any visible or invisible disabilities among the characters. None of the characters are defined by a disability as a central plot element.