This original video from BuzzFeed demonstrates what Disney princes would be like in real life (spoiler alert: they are jerks). Covering classic Disney movies from Snow White to The Princess and the Frog, each male lead is portrayed by a human actor in modern times introduced by a fake Tinder profile. The same actress portrays different princesses, including Cinderella and Mulan.
The funny Disney princes video pokes fun at several elements in the classic children's cinema in addition to raising points about more questionable behavior such as Aladdin's compulsive lying. The portrayed princess, however, stands up for herself and displays strong critical thinking skills by asking relevant questions and leaving when things get too weird.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Realistic Disney Princes
- Opportunity for creating more realistic and relatable characters in Disney movies by depicting princes with flaws and complex personalities.
- Humorous Critiques of Disney
- Chance to create comedic content that satirizes traditional Disney tropes and brings a new perspective to beloved characters.
- Empowered Disney Princesses
- Potential to showcase strong female characters who stand up for themselves and challenge the status quo, promoting empowerment for young girls.
Where This Applies
- Entertainment
- Opportunity for content creators to produce humorous and satirical videos that offer a fresh take on classic Disney movies.
- Animation
- Space for animators to explore more complex and multidimensional character designs for Disney princes, breaking away from traditional archetypes.
- Feminist Media
- Platform for feminist media outlets to celebrate empowered female characters in Disney movies and challenge gender stereotypes in children's entertainment.
