Generational Trauma – the Modern Disney Villain
The powerhouse animation studios of Disney and Pixar have recently been crafting one hit movie after another. When comparing the synopsis of these new films against classic Disney films, it’s no surprise that the internet has collectively identified a clear shift in the “villain” of the story. Gone are the days of a wicked evil queen or a malicious poison apple saleswoman. With Coco (2017), Onward (2020), Soul (2020), Luca (2021), Encanto (2021), and Turning Red (2022), Disney has found critical success by pinpointing the universal desire to be accepted by our parents/guardians – perhaps one of the most widely prevalent human feelings ever.
With Coco (2017), Pixar explored the themes of a Mexican family learning to deal with generational trauma, lineage, and how to listen better to one...