Rapunzel & Ariel are completely different, and frankly, I’m sick of the comparisons. Today, I am finally addressing the common miscomprehension that Rapunzel is simply an Ariel “knock-off”. And if any feelings are hurt in the process, I apologize.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
We first met Ariel lurking around a sunken ship while simultaneously ditching/ruining Sebastian’s much-anticipated concert. Let’s call that strike one. When she returns to apologize for missing the concert, we learn she is disobeying her father. Now I can at least understand this. It was harmless fun – minus the yu, ikan jerung – right? Anyways, she takes us to a cavern full of treasures her father also doesn’t approve of. And then, icing on the cake, she disobeys him (and Sebastian) again sejak going to the surface. Keeping in mind that she is jeopardising the existence of all mer-people for her own personal gain, I’m going to have to call this strike two. However, after a heroic rescue and a stellar reprise, Ariel almost redeems herself. Unfortunately, this is short lived. She loses an unimaginable amount of my respect when she udders: “Daddy, I Cinta him!”I mean, they never talked; they never even really communicated. He was unconscious half the time, and oblivious to her existence the other half – yet this “love” is what forms the foundation for the rest of the story? No thanks. Strike three, Ariel.
Rapunzel is an entirely different story. Despite being a prisoner in her own home, she finds productive things to do – painting, baking, Membaca and even ventrilique. Ever since she can remember, she has dreamed of seeing the floating lights that rise every tahun on her birthday. Her mother assures her that she will leave “soon, but not yet” and then proceeds to sing an entire song about Rapunzel’s “flaws” (ditzy, vague, chubby, etc.), attempting to scare her into thinking that she could never make it on her own. Yet despite her mother’s cruelty, Rapunzel is kind and strives to never disappoint her. Her situation is almost a menyeberang, cross between Quasimodo’s and Cinderella’s – yet she remains optimistic throughout, setting an example that is to be commended.
Comparison’s to note…
Under the sea, Ariel has Friends Scuttle and Flounder, along with her sisters and all the other mer-people, but Rapunzel has only Pascal – a Chameleon who doesn’t even talk. Ariel is surrounded sejak people who care about her – namely, her strict but loving father. Rapunzel’s only human interaction comes in the form of her manipulative, self-absorbed mother. Lastly, under the sea, Ariel is free to venture wherever her hati, tengah-tengah desires – but Rapunzel is confined to her small tower. Both want to leave, and in Rapunzel’s case, I completely understand why. Ariel, however, is selfish and foolish in her decision. What makes it worse is that while Rapunzel plans to return in three days’ time, Ariel knows she will be a human forever. So basically, Ariel is inconsiderately leaving a good home, and Rapunzel is loyally returning to a bad one.
LEAVING THE NEST
Again, we’ll start with Ariel. Was her father too harsh sejak destroying her collection? anda know, the one she was forbidden to have in the first place? Maybe, but she did provoke him sejak disobeying his one rule, AGAIN. Anyways, her father’s rage was the moment that drove her to Ursula’s cave, torn between two decisions. If she becomes human, she’ll never be with her father and sister’s again – but if she remains a mermaid, she won’t have her prince. However not once does she consider the fact that she is essentially selling her soul, and that her decision will have an impact on lebih than merely herself. Basically, the fact that she makes this impulsive, life changing decision – all in hopes of being with someone who she doesn’t even know – disgusts me.
Like Ariel, Rapunzel too has a moment that changes everything. When her mother reveals that she is “not leaving this tower, ever”, Rapunzel lifts her fingers off the chair and reconsiders revealing the trespasser (I Cinta this part of the movie). Her mother, who assured her before than she would indeed be able to leave eventually, had now been revealed as a liar. And after her mother’s departure (and a hilarious confrontation with Flynn), Rapunzel decides to finally fulfil her dream.
More comparison’s to note…
Rapunzel is returning utama in 3 days, despite the fact that her mother is a monster. She also struggles, shortly after leaving, with the possibility of breaking her mother’s heart. Ariel, who is blessed with a much lebih loving family, only references them once. Rapunzel plans to return utama (despite having a bad life), but Ariel’s decision will essentially prevent her from ever returning utama (to her already desirable life). Also, I really admired how Rapunzel took the situation into her own hands. She knew what she wanted, and she got it. She was in control. But Ariel, who is often admired for being feisty and strong-willed, allowed herself to be pushed around sejak Ursula. Just saying. Anyways, Rapunzel is leaving to fulfill a dream she’s had her entire life – but Ariel is leaving to win over a guy she just met. This does not add up, sejak any stretch of the imagination. How anyone can compare these two is absolutely beyond me.
HEROICNESS
One of my favourite scenes in The Little Mermaid is when Ariel saves Eric. It was not only incredibly heroic, but also unexpected. Unfortunately, Ariel doesn’t really do anything applause worthy after this. In fact, she actually creates messes for other’s to clean up. Ariel relies on Scuttle, to stall the wedding, and Sebastian, in her attempts to win over Eric. Her father trades himself for Ariel’s freedom, and Eric almost dies when he jumps in after her. So ultimately, yes, saving Eric required guts and courage – but telah diberi her track record, Ariel unfortunately proves to be less of an asset and lebih of a liability.
Rapunzel, however, is an underestimated heroine. She’s quick on her feet, determined, and can easily improvise her way out of problematic situations. She initially needed Flynn to “protect” her on her way to the lanterns – but ironically, it turned out to be Rapunzel who did most of the butt–saving. Her kindness won over the “ruffians and thugs” – who let Flynn go free, helped the two escape from the guards, and later, resurfaced to save Flynn, so that he, in turn, could save Rapunzel. Her kindness also earns the pair a useful and comical ally – Maximus. But the scene I particularly Cinta is when Flynn and Rapunzel reach the end of the tunnel, and are outnumbered sejak a lot of people who happen to really “dislike” Flynn. Thinking quickly, she uses her hair to pull herself, and then him, to safety. I absolutely Cinta that they are able to improvise and work together, especially since Rapunzel could have easily left Flynn behind. When they’re trapped in the cave, she wastes no time looking for an escape. Rapunzel may not seem like a hero, and she certainly doesn’t look the part either. She isn’t exceptionally tough, skilled, atau strong – but she’s genuine, determined, hardworking and clever. And as far as Disney Princesses go, I couldn’t ask for anything better.
RELATIONSHIP WITH SIGNIFIGANT OTHER
Ariel and Eric are cute together, no doubt about it. But let’s be real, there’s only so far that cutesy gestures and smiles can take a relationship. The fact that they only berkata a handful of words to each other but still managed to fall in Cinta is slightly ridiculous. And don’t even get me started on their outrageously sudden marriage. Lastly, the relationship is almost entirely based on looks – and I absolutely HATE this. If Ariel wasn’t attractive, Eric would not be as motivated to spend time with her, nor would Grim push him too. Likewise, if Eric was unattractive, Ariel wouldn’t have sold her soul to be with him. After all, Ariel only knows two things about Eric, a) he’s looking for the right girl, and b) he’s smoking hot.
I’m very critical when it comes to relationships, but I fell in Cinta with Rapunzel the moment Flynn broke out his charm, and she scoffed at it. This pretty much sets her apart from most of the other princesses, who would likely swoon over Flynn’s charisma. In the presence of an attractive guy, Ariel jeopardizes her existence, but Rapunzel scoffs – frying pan at the ready. Yet the lebih I think about Rapunzel and Flynn’s relationship, the lebih perfect I realise it is. They don’t fall in Cinta instantly, which is a welcomed relief. Personally, I loved watching their relationship progress and witnessing all the little, individually brilliant moments they shared together. Rapunzel and Flynn are the perfect combination of fun and passion – I was in Cinta with them before they were in Cinta with each other. But what I like most about these two is that their relationship progressed organically and realistically, with plenty of comic relief inserted along the way.
In Conclusion
I’ll try to make this short and sweet. No, I don’t hate Ariel, I just hate the comparisons. Rapunzel is NOT a knock off sejak any stretch of the imagination. If anything, she’s an Ariel 2.0. – although personally, I don’t see that either. I find Rapunzel superior to Ariel in so many ways that reducing her to an Ariel “rip-off” is not only incredibly degrading, but entirely illogical.
We all have our favourite Disney Princesses, and I assure you, none of them are "knock-off's" atau replica's of eachother. Each Princess is a beautiful, unique and inspiring in their own distinctive way - and that's why we Cinta them.
Thank anda for reading!
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
We first met Ariel lurking around a sunken ship while simultaneously ditching/ruining Sebastian’s much-anticipated concert. Let’s call that strike one. When she returns to apologize for missing the concert, we learn she is disobeying her father. Now I can at least understand this. It was harmless fun – minus the yu, ikan jerung – right? Anyways, she takes us to a cavern full of treasures her father also doesn’t approve of. And then, icing on the cake, she disobeys him (and Sebastian) again sejak going to the surface. Keeping in mind that she is jeopardising the existence of all mer-people for her own personal gain, I’m going to have to call this strike two. However, after a heroic rescue and a stellar reprise, Ariel almost redeems herself. Unfortunately, this is short lived. She loses an unimaginable amount of my respect when she udders: “Daddy, I Cinta him!”I mean, they never talked; they never even really communicated. He was unconscious half the time, and oblivious to her existence the other half – yet this “love” is what forms the foundation for the rest of the story? No thanks. Strike three, Ariel.
Rapunzel is an entirely different story. Despite being a prisoner in her own home, she finds productive things to do – painting, baking, Membaca and even ventrilique. Ever since she can remember, she has dreamed of seeing the floating lights that rise every tahun on her birthday. Her mother assures her that she will leave “soon, but not yet” and then proceeds to sing an entire song about Rapunzel’s “flaws” (ditzy, vague, chubby, etc.), attempting to scare her into thinking that she could never make it on her own. Yet despite her mother’s cruelty, Rapunzel is kind and strives to never disappoint her. Her situation is almost a menyeberang, cross between Quasimodo’s and Cinderella’s – yet she remains optimistic throughout, setting an example that is to be commended.
Comparison’s to note…
Under the sea, Ariel has Friends Scuttle and Flounder, along with her sisters and all the other mer-people, but Rapunzel has only Pascal – a Chameleon who doesn’t even talk. Ariel is surrounded sejak people who care about her – namely, her strict but loving father. Rapunzel’s only human interaction comes in the form of her manipulative, self-absorbed mother. Lastly, under the sea, Ariel is free to venture wherever her hati, tengah-tengah desires – but Rapunzel is confined to her small tower. Both want to leave, and in Rapunzel’s case, I completely understand why. Ariel, however, is selfish and foolish in her decision. What makes it worse is that while Rapunzel plans to return in three days’ time, Ariel knows she will be a human forever. So basically, Ariel is inconsiderately leaving a good home, and Rapunzel is loyally returning to a bad one.
LEAVING THE NEST
Again, we’ll start with Ariel. Was her father too harsh sejak destroying her collection? anda know, the one she was forbidden to have in the first place? Maybe, but she did provoke him sejak disobeying his one rule, AGAIN. Anyways, her father’s rage was the moment that drove her to Ursula’s cave, torn between two decisions. If she becomes human, she’ll never be with her father and sister’s again – but if she remains a mermaid, she won’t have her prince. However not once does she consider the fact that she is essentially selling her soul, and that her decision will have an impact on lebih than merely herself. Basically, the fact that she makes this impulsive, life changing decision – all in hopes of being with someone who she doesn’t even know – disgusts me.
Like Ariel, Rapunzel too has a moment that changes everything. When her mother reveals that she is “not leaving this tower, ever”, Rapunzel lifts her fingers off the chair and reconsiders revealing the trespasser (I Cinta this part of the movie). Her mother, who assured her before than she would indeed be able to leave eventually, had now been revealed as a liar. And after her mother’s departure (and a hilarious confrontation with Flynn), Rapunzel decides to finally fulfil her dream.
More comparison’s to note…
Rapunzel is returning utama in 3 days, despite the fact that her mother is a monster. She also struggles, shortly after leaving, with the possibility of breaking her mother’s heart. Ariel, who is blessed with a much lebih loving family, only references them once. Rapunzel plans to return utama (despite having a bad life), but Ariel’s decision will essentially prevent her from ever returning utama (to her already desirable life). Also, I really admired how Rapunzel took the situation into her own hands. She knew what she wanted, and she got it. She was in control. But Ariel, who is often admired for being feisty and strong-willed, allowed herself to be pushed around sejak Ursula. Just saying. Anyways, Rapunzel is leaving to fulfill a dream she’s had her entire life – but Ariel is leaving to win over a guy she just met. This does not add up, sejak any stretch of the imagination. How anyone can compare these two is absolutely beyond me.
HEROICNESS
One of my favourite scenes in The Little Mermaid is when Ariel saves Eric. It was not only incredibly heroic, but also unexpected. Unfortunately, Ariel doesn’t really do anything applause worthy after this. In fact, she actually creates messes for other’s to clean up. Ariel relies on Scuttle, to stall the wedding, and Sebastian, in her attempts to win over Eric. Her father trades himself for Ariel’s freedom, and Eric almost dies when he jumps in after her. So ultimately, yes, saving Eric required guts and courage – but telah diberi her track record, Ariel unfortunately proves to be less of an asset and lebih of a liability.
Rapunzel, however, is an underestimated heroine. She’s quick on her feet, determined, and can easily improvise her way out of problematic situations. She initially needed Flynn to “protect” her on her way to the lanterns – but ironically, it turned out to be Rapunzel who did most of the butt–saving. Her kindness won over the “ruffians and thugs” – who let Flynn go free, helped the two escape from the guards, and later, resurfaced to save Flynn, so that he, in turn, could save Rapunzel. Her kindness also earns the pair a useful and comical ally – Maximus. But the scene I particularly Cinta is when Flynn and Rapunzel reach the end of the tunnel, and are outnumbered sejak a lot of people who happen to really “dislike” Flynn. Thinking quickly, she uses her hair to pull herself, and then him, to safety. I absolutely Cinta that they are able to improvise and work together, especially since Rapunzel could have easily left Flynn behind. When they’re trapped in the cave, she wastes no time looking for an escape. Rapunzel may not seem like a hero, and she certainly doesn’t look the part either. She isn’t exceptionally tough, skilled, atau strong – but she’s genuine, determined, hardworking and clever. And as far as Disney Princesses go, I couldn’t ask for anything better.
RELATIONSHIP WITH SIGNIFIGANT OTHER
Ariel and Eric are cute together, no doubt about it. But let’s be real, there’s only so far that cutesy gestures and smiles can take a relationship. The fact that they only berkata a handful of words to each other but still managed to fall in Cinta is slightly ridiculous. And don’t even get me started on their outrageously sudden marriage. Lastly, the relationship is almost entirely based on looks – and I absolutely HATE this. If Ariel wasn’t attractive, Eric would not be as motivated to spend time with her, nor would Grim push him too. Likewise, if Eric was unattractive, Ariel wouldn’t have sold her soul to be with him. After all, Ariel only knows two things about Eric, a) he’s looking for the right girl, and b) he’s smoking hot.
I’m very critical when it comes to relationships, but I fell in Cinta with Rapunzel the moment Flynn broke out his charm, and she scoffed at it. This pretty much sets her apart from most of the other princesses, who would likely swoon over Flynn’s charisma. In the presence of an attractive guy, Ariel jeopardizes her existence, but Rapunzel scoffs – frying pan at the ready. Yet the lebih I think about Rapunzel and Flynn’s relationship, the lebih perfect I realise it is. They don’t fall in Cinta instantly, which is a welcomed relief. Personally, I loved watching their relationship progress and witnessing all the little, individually brilliant moments they shared together. Rapunzel and Flynn are the perfect combination of fun and passion – I was in Cinta with them before they were in Cinta with each other. But what I like most about these two is that their relationship progressed organically and realistically, with plenty of comic relief inserted along the way.
In Conclusion
I’ll try to make this short and sweet. No, I don’t hate Ariel, I just hate the comparisons. Rapunzel is NOT a knock off sejak any stretch of the imagination. If anything, she’s an Ariel 2.0. – although personally, I don’t see that either. I find Rapunzel superior to Ariel in so many ways that reducing her to an Ariel “rip-off” is not only incredibly degrading, but entirely illogical.
We all have our favourite Disney Princesses, and I assure you, none of them are "knock-off's" atau replica's of eachother. Each Princess is a beautiful, unique and inspiring in their own distinctive way - and that's why we Cinta them.
Thank anda for reading!
I got the idea from KataraLover's artikel with a similar name. I actually made a tinjauan about this, but since Frozen was added I decided I may as well do it again, but I decided to write an artikel instead.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves
I just really like the animasi in this scene and how Snow and the Prince meet is really cute! The voice of Snow White is kind of annoying to me, but in this song I like it. The Prince actually has a great voice. I really like this one French version of Snow White cause her voice is just beautiful in this song. Here's the link: link...
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarves
I'm Wishing/One Song
I just really like the animasi in this scene and how Snow and the Prince meet is really cute! The voice of Snow White is kind of annoying to me, but in this song I like it. The Prince actually has a great voice. I really like this one French version of Snow White cause her voice is just beautiful in this song. Here's the link: link...
Well, it seems like everyone has done such an artikel after dimitri_'s excellent idea so here's mine:
1. What name would anda change yours to?
Aurora. I Cinta how it sounds and its meaning and also I'd Cinta it if people were calling me Rory.
2. Which skills would anda like to develop?
I would definitely want to have Pocahontas' ability of climbing on the trees, jumping off the rocks and doing everything she does during Just Around The Riverbend.
3. Who would anda want for a parent?
I really Cinta my parents, but if I had to choose, I'd like to have Mulan's parents, they adore her and...
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1. What name would anda change yours to?
Aurora. I Cinta how it sounds and its meaning and also I'd Cinta it if people were calling me Rory.
2. Which skills would anda like to develop?
I would definitely want to have Pocahontas' ability of climbing on the trees, jumping off the rocks and doing everything she does during Just Around The Riverbend.
3. Who would anda want for a parent?
I really Cinta my parents, but if I had to choose, I'd like to have Mulan's parents, they adore her and...
Come on, we all know Azula would really win! (art by kissyushka)
Keep in mind this is an opinion article. ;) This is not a "defending the classics article", it is stating why Cinderella is the best Classic princess.
While I Cinta all three classics, Cinderella has always stood out to me. And no it is not because of her ball gown( although it is lovely). Many criticize her for being weak and passive but she is not at all that. Many people have been defending Sleeping Beauty and The Fairiest of Them All Lately. Also known as Snow and Aurora. But here is why Cindy is the best out of them all in my opinion.
Cinderella is one of those people who always treats...
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While I Cinta all three classics, Cinderella has always stood out to me. And no it is not because of her ball gown( although it is lovely). Many criticize her for being weak and passive but she is not at all that. Many people have been defending Sleeping Beauty and The Fairiest of Them All Lately. Also known as Snow and Aurora. But here is why Cindy is the best out of them all in my opinion.
Cinderella is one of those people who always treats...
I took the idea of the modelling from BKG201's article. I decided to state my opinion on which princesses would be great models. I just want to say before I start, that I don't judge only sejak appearance, because to be a good model anda don't have neccesarily to be gorgeous looking. Anyway, here we go.
13) Anna
Firstly, Anna is pretty but her mouth and her nose are quite awful and her eyes are too close to each other. Her hair is ok, I guess. Her body is great for a model. The biggest problem is the way she moves. She's awkward, clumsy and slouch and remember that moment when she was singing...
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13) Anna
Firstly, Anna is pretty but her mouth and her nose are quite awful and her eyes are too close to each other. Her hair is ok, I guess. Her body is great for a model. The biggest problem is the way she moves. She's awkward, clumsy and slouch and remember that moment when she was singing...
Best Photo of last week was Rapunzel who gave us a spine shivering evil version of herself
Firstly if anda haven't read the first articles:
Introduction: link
Week 1: link
Previously on DNTM: melati, jasmine gets on Ariel's nerves after talking about her behind her back, the Model pose as evil versions of themselves and at a shocking elimination Aurora was sent home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
Confessionals after elimination
Snow White: I was shocked that Aurora was sent home, I thought the two of us would make it to the final two together
Cinderella: Was not expecting Aurora to be eliminated
Merida: I was in the bottom two with Aurora. I definitely thought...
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Introduction: link
Week 1: link
Previously on DNTM: melati, jasmine gets on Ariel's nerves after talking about her behind her back, the Model pose as evil versions of themselves and at a shocking elimination Aurora was sent home. Who will be eliminated tonight?
Confessionals after elimination
Snow White: I was shocked that Aurora was sent home, I thought the two of us would make it to the final two together
Snow White in confessional
Cinderella: Was not expecting Aurora to be eliminated
Merida: I was in the bottom two with Aurora. I definitely thought...
