Disney

While searching for various female characters from Disney’s repertoire, I often came across websites for the "hottest" or most attractive Disney characters. These shows are generally meant for children to watch and enjoy, not to analyze the “hot” factor of each character. One website listed the hottest characters, which had the curviest bodies and were scantily dressed. Of course at the top of that list, by several percent, was Jessica Rabbit. These characters are supposed to be role models for young children not sex symbols. I just thought it was a little shocking for that to appear when searching for Disney characters; I have never analyzed them in that way.

The Disney Princesses in particular are very prevalent in a young girls life. Most girls idealize them and want to be princesses themselves. They are often powerful women and don’t let anything stand in their way or fulfilling their dreams. I think this is a very good example for children in teaching them to follow their dreams. But one argument that is circulating is: Does the way Disney princesses dress and act have a negative affect on young girls?

Media and movies plays a huge role in the development of a child. When they see someone famous and powerful, a child will model themselves after that person. This is no exception for Disney Princesses. Jasmine, for instance, wears a low cut shirt that completely exposes her midriff. This could send the message to a young girl that the way to success and happiness is through sex appeal.