The 2023 adaptation appears to introduce a modern lens to casting and character focus, with diverse representation in roles traditionally depicted otherwise. Some may see this as forced, with a sense that identity sometimes outweighs narrative tradition. Still, the central plot of Tom Jones remains mostly intact, and the core story isn't lost, just filtered.

The series leans into subverting the social and gender norms of its original period, giving female and minority characters greater empowerment and modern sensibilities. While it doesn't outright attack family or religious themes, it does treat many traditional values with a raised eyebrow. It's more revisionist than outright radical, but the trend is clearly present.

Alternative or traditional perspectives are often sidelined or gently mocked, the show frames contemporary attitudes as obviously correct. Dissenting voices are rare or cartoonish, and the worldview seems comfortably uniform. You won’t find much internal debate on the values that matter to today’s cultural gatekeepers.