The film includes several LGBTQ+ characters, such as a trans lawyer and a transvestite taxi driver, who are integrated into the narrative without their identities being a source of mockery or central conflict. Their presence contributes to the film's diverse world in a matter-of-fact manner, resulting in a neutral overall portrayal.

The film includes Lola, a transsexual character, whose identity is a plot point driving the protagonist's emotional turmoil. However, Lola does not appear on screen, and her trans identity is presented factually without being a subject of either affirmation or denigration, leading to a neutral overall portrayal. For instance, Lola's identity is the reason Ivan left Pepa, but the film focuses on Pepa's reaction rather than Lola's experience.