Maleficent

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Maleficent
Introduction
In the movieMaleficent, the issue of feminism has been brought out in many ways. The female character in the movie, Maleficent comes out as a very responsible and charming mother to her daughter, princess aurora. She also comes out as very vengeful at some point in the movie. The character is upright in her actions and very courageous in the undertakings of her duties. The movie depicts the female characters as very vengeful in most cases. The review will take a look at the actions undertaken by the leading female characters in the movie such as Maleficent, PrincessAurora, and Stefan. Stefan is responsible for betraying Maleficent, and this has made the fairytale develop and become more interesting (Solomon 459). Feminism is the reassurance of women's rights on the grounds of social, political and economic equality of men.The essay will focus on how the actions of women in this movie contribute to the development of feminism. It will also emphasize the strengths and weaknesses of the characters depicted in the movie.
Summary of the movie
The main character in the movie, Maleficent is labeled as vengeful in the movie. It is because at the begging of the movie, she and another character, Stefan seem to have not only respect for one another but also mutual understanding between themselves. The necessity for both parties to have equal opportunity so as to rule the kingdoms lead to betrayal. As the story continues, Stefan becomes more and more possessed with power and clips Maleficent wings. When this occurred, there were no signs to display that Maleficent was hungry with Stefan following her actions.
Maleficent later on came to realize the level of betrayal that Stefan had done to her. She resorts to revenge and liberate the people who were under Stefan’s rule. Stefan curses Maleficent’s daughter, Princess Aurora due to the actions of her mother. Maleficent depict as very loving because after what transpired; she embarks on an obligation to save her daughter from the curses of Stefan. She is a very affectionate mother and wants the best for her daughter. The betrayal by Stefan in the movie offers us with the chance to get to know the true fonts of the key players in the movie. Also, how feminism played a vital role in the actions that they showed in the movie.
Strengths of the subject
One of the main strengths of the subjects that it shows how most women possessed with feminism. Disney movies depict princesses who have a narrow view of life and marriage by promoting unrealistic ideals. However, in the movie, Princess Aurora looks up to Maleficent for guidance, and the notion of a strong woman who has an important role to play in the society is on the rise. The film has a feminist edge, and the characterization of maleficent gives voice to beauties in Disney movies. Maleficent is fostering as she takes care of Aurora, but she does not signify the image of traditional femininity.
The subject of feminist and women empowerment goes beyond domestic expectations common in the early characterization of female characters by Disney. The theme of femininity is extensive, but not deep; it is the actions of the powerful, vulnerable and...