The film is primarily a character-driven story about confronting anti-Semitism in postwar America and doesn't prioritize identity at the expense of narrative. The main character is not diverse by modern standards; his arc revolves around his lived experiences and moral choices rather than immutable traits. Though it addresses a social issue, the plot remains focused on personal growth and integrity.

While the film critiques prejudice, it respects traditional values such as honesty, family, and moral responsibility. The depiction of masculinity and family is neither subverted nor excessively modernized. Its focus is more on social conscience than on undermining established cultural foundations or traditions.

Although the film clearly takes a stance against anti-Semitism, it doesn't paint all dissenters as caricatures. Some characters are conflicted, and traditional viewpoints are engaged with rather than mocked outright. There is some ideological leaning, but it's not suffocating by modern standards.