"W.E." focuses on the historical romance between Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII, with a parallel modern storyline. While it adds a modern lens, most character choices still serve the narrative rather than obvious identity politics. The film's casting and writing don't aggressively prioritize ideology over story, though some contemporary sensibilities linger.

The film touches on issues of marriage, divorce, and gender roles, but mainly from a personal rather than activist standpoint. There are nods to female agency, yet no major subversion of traditional values or institution-bashing that dominates the plot. Overall, it's well within the realm of conventional historical drama.

While the modern subplot has a sympathetic view of Wallis, alternative worldviews aren't mocked or villainized. There’s some modern moral framing, yet it leaves room for ambiguity and debate about Wallis and Edward’s choices. Little evidence of an ideological monoculture by today’s standards.