The film makes a point to highlight Houston’s struggles with her sexuality and the pressures around identity, sometimes at the cost of focusing on her musical achievements or more traditional character development. Representation decisions appear to be front and center, which some viewers may see as prioritizing modern identity themes over narrative richness.

Religious and family influences are frequently portrayed as restrictive or obstacles in Whitney’s life. Traditional values take a noticeable backseat, with much more screen time devoted to the exploration of Houston’s personal identity and struggles against social expectations.

The film tends to frame traditional and dissenting perspectives, like religious conservatism or strict family roles, as repressive, while offering little in the way of sincere alternative viewpoints or nuanced debate over these issues.