The Five Obstructions is a documentary about filmmaking constraints, focusing on Lars von Trier challenging Jørgen Leth to remake a short film under various creative limitations. There's virtually no emphasis on identity politics, forced representation, or character ideology. The film is instead a meta-exercise in creativity and narrative experimentation.

There's no subversion of religion, family, masculinity, or traditional morality at play here. The film is entirely focused on artistry, process, and the relationship between two directors. It doesn't touch on or undermine cultural institutions or values in any notable way.

There's no trace of a prevailing ideological narrative or demonization of dissenting perspectives. The only 'conflict' is artistic, between two filmmakers pushing creative boundaries. No modern ideology is advanced or enforced; pluralism of thought is implicit.