This animated Christmas short film tells the story of a boy selling his donkey. The narrative is a traditional, family-oriented tale focused on the bond between a boy and his animal, and the spirit of giving. There are no identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes present in the film's plot or character arcs.

The film "The Small One" does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative focuses on a young boy's journey to sell his beloved donkey, leading to its role in the Nativity story, without any elements related to transgender identity.

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

The film is an adaptation of a children's book. All named characters, including the boy Nathaniel and his donkey Small One, maintain their established genders from the source material. No instances of gender swapping were identified.

The animated film "The Small One" (1978) is set in ancient Nazareth and depicts its characters, including the boy and his family, consistent with the historical and geographical context. There are no characters established as one race in source material or history who are portrayed as a different race in the film.