“Shrink” focuses primarily on character flaws and personal struggles within the entertainment industry. There’s no heavy emphasis on identity politics or shoehorned representation. The casting appears natural within the context of Los Angeles, and the drama centers around mental health, fame, and loss, rather than box-ticking diverse checklists. Narrative integrity remains mostly intact.

The film portrays substance abuse, therapy, and broken personal relationships, but doesn’t directly undermine traditional values like family or religion. Masculinity isn’t overtly mocked; if anything, the flaws of the male lead are presented as tragic and human rather than as targets for ideological derision.

While “Shrink” critiques Hollywood culture and personal failings, it doesn’t enforce a single ideological perspective. Characters have varied worldviews and conflicts arise from genuine character development, not just from ideological clashes. Alternative viewpoints are present and not simply villainized.