The show is a factual exploration of horror's evolution, focusing on interviews and film history. While it touches on identity themes at times, the primary focus remains steadfast on horror as a genre rather than pushing any overt ideological narrative. Forced representation and unrealistic character dynamics aren't really an issue in a documentary format.

There are moments where traditional horror tropes, tied to religion, family, or masculinity, are examined critically, but mostly as an exploration of genre history. The series sometimes hints that old depictions were problematic, but doesn't overtly attack cultural foundations, sticking closer to analysis than revisionism.

While the series often favors mainstream, progressive interpretations of horror, it generally allows a diversity of filmmaker perspectives. Not every episode is an echo chamber. Alternative and traditional viewpoints occasionally appear but aren't deeply explored compared to woke critiques.