Can’t let it go

Disney music is known for making or breaking its movie, but that does not necessarily mean a bad film has terrible songs. Because of the sudden influx of live action productions and additional princesses, the spotlight transitioned from the classics of the past to the shiny new stories, including a magical queen with fantastical ice powers. As a teenager, my days are not generally filled with the lyrics ...

“Must there be a secret me, I'm forced to hide? Must I pretend that I am someone else for all time? When will my reflection show, who I am inside?” In response to her questions, I have but one reply. Hua Mulan, your reflection shows a powerful, beautiful, strong, capable, warrior woman who taught young girls everywhere to be proud of who they are. You may not be the “perfect bride o...

Whatever happened to the phrase ‘if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it?’ Five years ago, the Disney corporation decided to redesign the look of all the Disney “princesses.” Since 1938, the princesses have kept their classic design. Each looked like they were plucked right out the movie. However, the redesign coated each girl in sparkles and glitter, adorned them with unnecessary and out of...