The film lacks LGBTQ+ characters or non-heteronormative narratives. The romance focuses on the traditional bond between the princess and her childhood sweetheart, Jang-han.

Princess Deokhye's arc centers on reclaiming agency within patriarchal and imperial frameworks. The story critiques the lack of autonomy afforded to women under Joseon and Japanese rule.

The film explores ethnic identity and the trauma of colonial imposition. It maintains a cast reflecting the Korean historical context, examining the erasure of culture under occupation.

The narrative engages with anti-imperialist themes and the fracturing of traditional institutions. It prioritizes the preservation of national identity over assimilation into the dominant imperial culture.

Deokhye’s psychological distress and depression are portrayed as direct consequences of displacement. Her mental health is integrated into her broader struggle for autonomy rather than used as a plot device.