8 Walls seems to prioritize casting and character traits based on identity over story-driven necessity. Several key conflicts appear constructed around contemporary ideological points rather than organic character or plot development. Diverse characters are often depicted as unfailingly virtuous, sometimes lacking in complexity or genuine flaws.

The show constantly questions or subverts traditional family roles and virtues, often portraying masculinity, religion, or longstanding cultural values as outdated or problematic. These elements seem less like organic parts of the world, and more like targets for repeated critique.

Dissenting views are almost entirely absent, except as over-the-top villain caricatures. Alternative perspectives get little to no respectful airtime or narrative nuance. Pretty much everyone who’s not on-message is shown as either misguided, ignorant, or outright malicious.