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and what they “really” intend for its children viewers to inherit. Though made to be somewhat realistic LaCroix Challenges its view of women and their capability. LaCroix article brings consideration to physique, clothing and activeness of Disney princess. Some of her accusations of these Disney films are spot on while others fall short. Though much has changed the features, daintiness, and sometimes activeness of Disney princesses is still the same. LaCroix article appeals to those who are…

Alana One day long ago in a land called Agrabah, there was an 18-year-old girl named Alana and her little monkey friend Abu. Alana is homeless because when she was little her parents were killed so she’s had to fend for herself one way or another. This day started off normal for Alana stealing food for her and Abu, running from the sultan’s guards and sitting up in the abandoned building they call home. At night Alana sits in the window looking at the palace, she sighs and whispers to Abu “…

Dreaming of Miss America There are not many little girls who do not dream of being a princess. As a little girl, one of my favorite things to do was to watch Miss America with my mom. My mom would always say, “That could be you one day.” The pageant was so exciting because it was a night filled with upbeat music, glitzy costumes, and fun performances. My mom and I would always pick out our favorite contestant and cheer her on throughout the show. I kept telling my mom that I wanted to have a…

Spirited Away takes place in Japan. In the movie there is a human world and a spirit world. In order to get to the spirit world, one must arrive at an abandoned theme park and walk through it. When it gets dark, the spirits come out, and one is stuck in the spirit world until they find a way to get out. In the spirit world there is a bathhouse; this is where spirits are cleaned. The main character in Spirited Away is Chihiro, or Sen. At the beginning of the movie, Chihiro is shy and easily…

on Child Development Whelan (2012) stated that princess narratives has been key throughout children’s literature. Hurley (2005) stated that fairy tales, such as Disney Princess narratives play a crucial role in shaping self-image of a child. England, Descartes, and Collier-Meek (2011) claimed that Disney Princess films portray stereotypical presentations of gender roles and have several examples of racism and sexism by having almost every princess have large breast, a small waistline, and a…

35 thoughts I had while watching the Princess Bride for the first time Everyone tells me that The Princess Bride is one of thoses movies you have to watch before you die. I’m not really a fantasy movie fan, but I have been putting it off too long. 1.This screams 1987 2.Is this based on a book? 3.Were there pirates in the Renaissance? 4.Buttercup for some reason reminds me of Bella from Twilight. 5.Is that Lord Farquaad? 6.Never trust men you find in the woods 7.I guess she…

Warlords, and Kings; a land in turmoil cried out for a hero. She was Xena a mighty princess forge in the heat of battle, the Power, the Glory, the Passion, the Danger, her courage will change the world.” “In every generation there is a chosen one. She alone will stand against the vampire and demons and the forces of darkness. She is the Slayer.” If anyone has ever watch the late 1990’s TV show Xena Warrior Princess and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. One can hear those sayings. When someone watches…

The unforeseen death of Princess Diana left the world in sorrow. Following her death, many public speeches and articles regarding this tragic event were released. Queen Elizabeth gave a televised speech, Earl Spencer gave a eulogy, the BBC broadcasted a report, and Wikipedia released an article. The BBC report and the eulogy were rhetorically effective, while Queen Elizabeth’s speech and the Wikipedia article were not. The broadcasted report released by the BBC was rhetorically effective…

5/12/2015 Princess Diana Every girl dreams about being a Princess. Diana Spencer got to live that dream. Her dreams came true at first when she met Prince Charles of Wales and married him. As time went on her life would not be as she dreamed. Diana’s life was a mixture of good and bad events. Diana Spencer was born on July 1, 1961 in Sandringham, Norfolk, England. She was the fourth child of five, with one sibling who died at birth, leaving two older sisters and a younger brother ("Princess…

act of giving to people who are in need and Princess Diana was the perfect example of a charitable person. Before she married Prince Charles, Diana was a kindergarten teacher, in which she knew how to be patient and show compassion to others. Diana became subjected to the famous and powerful life very quickly. Once Diana found an activity to support, she began to conform with the royal life. Once she chose how she wanted to spend her days as a Princess everything started coming together. Diana…