While the film features a diverse cast, particularly with Jet Li and Aaliyah in lead roles, narrative decisions seem driven by genre conventions rather than current ideological trends. Characters reflect their backgrounds but aren't reduced to identity-based talking points. Storytelling and character motivations align with classic action and revenge arcs.

Romeo Must Die doesn't go out of its way to undermine traditional values. Masculinity isn't mocked, nor is family—the plot revolves around tragic family conflicts. There’s no attempt to rewrite history or lampoon core cultural ideas. For its time, it sticks to familiar grounded themes.

While the film naturally lacks much debate on traditional vs. modern morality, it avoids caricaturing dissenting views or preaching a single ideology. It gives space for action and personal stakes rather than centering around any particular worldview. No heavy-handed ideological messaging here.