What does this say about the changing narrative for girls in our culture over the years?
What arguments can you make comparing Moana with other Disney princesses in terms of motivation, character, personality, and plot? Consider Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Mulan, and Merida. They all want out of a conventional life or what’s expected of them, and they all want something that they aren’t supposed to want. What makes Moana stand out? How does the film differ? What does this say about the changing narrative for girls in our culture over the years?
