Zero Chill features a strong emphasis on diverse characters, with casting and storylines seemingly focused on ticking representation boxes over organic fit. Some characters display unrealistically rapid growth or competence, hinting at prioritization of identity over deeper character development. The show often feels more driven by contemporary messaging than by tightly woven narrative arcs.

Traditional family dynamics and gender roles are downplayed, with frequent subversion of parental authority and traditional expectations around competition and ambition. Masculinity is portrayed as flawed or in need of adjustment, while femininity is celebrated as progressive and morally correct. It leans modern rather than rooted in classic values.

Alternative viewpoints, such as traditional sports values or discipline, are often either sidelined or caricatured. The show's moral outlook is almost uniformly modern and progressive, with little room for characters to meaningfully challenge the dominant perspective. Dissent is rare and usually portrayed as ignorance or antagonism.