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Frozen reflects modern ideas
BY MILLIE KIM

From Cinderella to Tiana, Walt Disneys princesses have shown a gradual development, reflecting
changes in society. Disneys latest fantasy-comedy film, Frozen, swept the minds of children and
adults worldwide with its release on Nov. 27th, 2013. Not only did the family themed plot of the
movie attract assorted groups to the theaters, but also introduced, Elsa, a princess unique to
Disney.

Successfully marking Disneys last princess movie, the release started a Frozen Frenzy,
attracting the attention of movie critics and a variety of audience members. On March 2nd, 2014,
Frozen hit $1 billion at the worldwide box office with a domestic total of $388.7 million and an
international heave of $611.5 million. However, Elsa seemed to experience the spotlight most with
the title of The Snow Queen as she fit perfectly into societys ideal princess.

With focused attention on Walt Disneys Animation Studios newest and last princess, fans, in
retrospect, look back to the older generation of princesses. Snow White, dating back to 1937,
seems to have less realistic features in comparison to Elsa, who has a more mature physique, as
suggested by the public. During the span of 77 years, Disney changed its characters by making
drastic changes in appearance and style.

I feel as if characters are changing to fit the traits of women in todays society, said Alix Kim
(9), Disney fan. From the make up to the dress, Elsa reflects the sophisticated styles and current
trends.

According to Disney Wikia, characters and their clothes have become more sexually appealing to
the audience. In Frozen, Elsa has a slit down her leg exposing her curves and her matured bodily
features. The maturing of their physique over time reflects the change in our societys idea
regarding bodily exposure. According to Sarah Kim (11), it is evident that Elsa and the traditional
princess, Snow White, have little in common.

The reason why Im in love with Frozen is because Elsa has a unique character that cannot be
gleaned from any other Disney movie, and plus, shes sexy, Sarah said. .

As a character, Elsa displays physical change as well as a distinctive personality. In the 2010
Disney film Tangled, Rapunzel relies on Flynn, while Elsa acts independently, not relying on a
male counterpart. Additionally, while other Disney heroines such as Aurora and Snow White
depend on other characters including the fairies and dwarfs, Elsa has to rely on her own powers to
protect herself. Disneys new film portrays princesses as independent, strong characters who seek
their own goals.

Frozen marks a new start for Disney and so far, the audience has been embracing this change. As
far as animated movies go, it doesn't get that much better than Frozen. It's a start of a new
generation, said Lauryn Kim (9).

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