dark versions of disney stories

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.

Take 'Pinocchio' for instance. The original Carlo Collodi story had some darker moments. In Disney's version, the idea of Pinocchio being led astray into Pleasure Island where boys are turned into donkeys is a dark concept. It shows the consequences of bad behavior in a rather scary way, while still being a story that kids can enjoy with its more light - hearted elements like Jiminy Cricket.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the case of Snow White, the movie downplays the extreme gore of the queen eating Snow White's organs. The animated version focuses more on the dwarfs and the magic mirror. For 'The Little Mermaid', the Disney movie gives Ariel a happier ending. In the original story, her fate was much more tragic and there was no happy - go - lucky sidekick like Flounder.

The real stories usually have more complex and sometimes darker aspects. For example, in the real Cinderella story, the stepsisters were extremely cruel, cutting off parts of their feet to fit into the glass slipper. In the Disney version, it's much more light - hearted. Another example is The Little Mermaid. In the original tale, the mermaid didn't get a happy ending as easily as in the Disney movie.

The original versions of Disney stories were a starting point for character development in modern movies. The original traits of characters like Mickey Mouse, which evolved from a more mischievous character in early concepts to a more family - friendly icon today, were based on the initial ideas from the original Disney stories. Moreover, the original stories' use of magic and fantastical elements inspired the elaborate and magical worlds created in modern Disney movies.