The film depicts Frank Tassone as a gay man leading a secret life alongside his public persona as a respected superintendent. His hidden relationships are presented as part of the broader deception he maintains, contributing to his complex character. The narrative focuses on the consequences of his embezzlement and lies, rather than making a judgment on his sexual orientation itself, resulting in a neutral portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes.

A character based on a real-life white student journalist is portrayed by a South Asian actress, constituting a race swap.

The film portrays a seemingly traditional nuclear family as a facade, revealing the protagonist's deceit and hidden non-traditional relationships, thereby questioning the authenticity and viability of the outwardly traditional family norms.