Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure largely centers on classic themes of ambition, perseverance, and self-discovery. Casting and character arcs feel more focused on entertainment and comedic effect than identity politics or forced representation. Any diversity is incidental, not central. Overall, it sticks to the traditional narrative without heavy-handed messaging.

The film doesn’t take aim at traditional values like family or faith, and it doesn’t engage in any revisionist takes on gender or culture. If anything, it’s very much in line with Disney’s old-school family-friendly brand. Men and women occupy conventional roles, and there’s little subversion of expectations.

There’s very little overt ideology at play here, and alternative views aren’t really discussed, mainly because there’s not much ideology at all. The film world is blandly apolitical, focusing on showbiz glitz, not cultural debates. There’s no effort to villainize dissenters or push a singular worldview.