1. An underlying or concealed subject, idea, or motif that is not immediately apparent but exists throughout a work of art, literature, film, or discourse
The hidden theme of the novel is the struggle between individualism and conformity.
O tema oculto do romance é a luta entre o individualismo e a conformidade.
2. A recurring message or meaning that requires interpretation to be understood
Critics discovered a hidden theme of redemption in the director's films.
Críticos descobriram um tema oculto de redenção nos filmes do diretor.