Actors face the difficult task of embodying and bringing a character to life on stage or screen. To portray the characters convincingly, one must have a thorough understanding of their motivations, emotions, and quirks. Even the most experienced actors can struggle to strike the right balance between authenticity and performance. It also requires extensive planning, research, and dedication to ensure that the portrayal is as accurate and compelling as possible.
However, it is more than just how actors play a character. In many cases, it is preferred that the actor resemble the character in terms of height, weight, gender, or race. I understand that we as humans are striving to be more inclusive right now, but we can always create new characters who adhere to inclusion rather than warping existing ones for surface-level inclusion. That is not to say that actors can’t play certain roles because of their physical differences.
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For example, one family was taken aback when they discovered that the Evil Queen was portrayed by a ‘biological male’. This may surprise you, but it’s more common than you realise.
Maleficent and the Evil Queen are roles that require taller women, so Disney occasionally hires men to play them. Not only that, but a woman has played Peter Pan several times in the park.
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After all, Disneyland wants its characters to look as close to the on-screen version as possible, which can only be accomplished through careful consideration. However, many people are unhappy with Disney right now.
People believe that Disney is becoming ‘too woke’ and is no longer the ‘family-friendly’ place that it once was.
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What are your thoughts on this entire scenario? Do you think the family is making a big deal over nothing? Or do you believe the actor playing the role did not fully immerse you in the fantasy? Let us know what you think in the comments section below, and remember to share this story with your friends.