The show appears to have prioritized a diverse ensemble cast largely defined by identity traits, seemingly at the cost of nuanced personalities or organic character growth. The result? Dialogue and plotlines sometimes feel shoehorned to showcase representation rather than drive story or tension. Ambitious, but subtlety is definitely not its strong suit.

Traditional roles and values, especially around masculinity and heroism, are frequently sidelined. There’s a noticeable push to subvert gender roles, with male characters made bumbling or sidelined while female characters are depicted as near-faultless leaders. This feels more box-ticking than genuine development.

Alternative perspectives are rarely explored. There is a clear leaning toward modern ideological consensus, any character that hints at skepticism or traditional views is written narrowly or as comic relief. Diversity of thought doesn’t seem high on their priority list.