Pumpkin‐carriage palimpsests: Disney's Cinderellas and the Disney fairy‐tale mode.
Published In: Journal of American Culture, 2024, v. 47, n. 2. P. 97 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Anjirbag, Michelle Anya 3 of 3
Abstract
This article examines the significance of Disney's Cinderella narrative and its impact on popular culture. It discusses how Disney has established itself as the creator of the Americanized fairy tale and the Disney Princess franchise. The article analyzes the various adaptations and iterations of the Cinderella story within the Disney corporation, highlighting power dynamics, intertextuality, and branding strategies. It also explores the themes and messages presented in different versions of the Cinderella story, particularly in relation to race and agency. The article raises questions about representation and diversity within Disney's storytelling patterns and suggests that a closer examination of their adaptation processes can reveal limitations and biases. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Journal of American Culture. 2024/06, Vol. 47, Issue 2, p97
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Film
- Publication Date:2024
- ISSN:1542-7331
- DOI:10.1111/jacc.13553
- Accession Number:178049266
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