What are some Disney versions of dark stories?

Well, in a dark version of 'Beauty and the Beast', the Beast could be more menacing in his initial behavior towards Belle. His curse could also be related to something more malevolent he did in the past rather than just being punished for his pride. And for 'Cinderella', a darker version might show more of the stepmother's abuse towards Cinderella, not just making her do chores but also psychological abuse.

In the Disney version of 'Cinderella', it's a story of magic and hope. However, the darker versions may emphasize the hardships she endures more realistically, like the extreme abuse from her stepsisters. The dark versions also don't shy away from the harsher aspects of human nature. In Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast', the Beast is portrayed more sympathetically from the start, while in darker versions, his past misdeeds are more prominent.

They exist because people like to explore different perspectives. The original Disney stories are often light - hearted, but some want to dig deeper into the characters' motives and the possible darker sides of the tales. It adds a new layer of complexity.

Some real versions of Disney stories could be based on the original fairy tales they were adapted from. For example, 'Snow White' was based on a Brothers Grimm fairy tale. In the real version, the story might be darker and less polished compared to the Disney animated version. There could be more emphasis on the hardships Snow White faced and less on the cute animals that befriend her in the Disney movie.

Disney versions of dark stories appeal through their visual charm. The beautiful animations and colorful characters draw people in. For example, in 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame', the detailed and stunning visuals of Notre Dame cathedral make the story more engaging despite its dark themes. Also, the music helps. The catchy tunes in movies like 'Beauty and the Beast' make the dark concept of a cursed prince more palatable.

One of the dark Disney stories is the origin of Ursula in 'The Little Mermaid'. Ursula was banished from King Triton's court and she harbors a deep hatred. She uses Ariel's naivete to try and take over the underwater kingdom. Another is the backstory of Scar in 'The Lion King'. His jealousy of Mufasa led him to commit fratricide to gain the throne.

Well, the original versions of Disney stories were usually based on traditional folk tales. They had a certain rawness. Take 'Cinderella' for instance. In the original, the stepsisters were extremely cruel and the story had a harsher feel compared to the more family - friendly versions we see today. And the original stories were a reflection of the times they were created in, with different social values and norms.

One interesting thing is that some of the original Disney story versions had different endings. Take 'Cinderella' for instance. In the original, there were more details about her step - sisters' fates that were toned down in the Disney movie. Also, the characters in the original versions were sometimes less idealized and more like real, flawed people.

The Disney dark side stories can be quite fascinating. Consider the story of Cruella de Vil in '101 Dalmatians'. Her obsession with fur coats made her willing to kidnap and kill puppies, which is extremely dark. In 'Aladdin', Jafar's thirst for power and his willingness to use dark magic to achieve his goals is another example. He tries to trick Aladdin and take over the kingdom. And in 'The Lion King', Scar's plot to kill Mufasa and take over the pride is a dark and tragic part of the story. Scar's jealousy and his alliance with the hyenas led to many sad events in the movie.

In The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Frollo's obsessive and cruel nature towards Esmeralda is quite dark. He represents religious extremism and lust, which are dark themes. His actions of trying to hunt down Esmeralda because of his 'forbidden' desires are part of the story's darkness.