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Wednesday, July 31, 2013

aladdin


In a rare instance of a major studio changing a film after its release, the Walt Disney Co. said Friday it will alter two lines of the lyrics in the animated musical "Aladdin," which some Arab-Americans have criticized as racist.
Disney said the change was made only after the studio obtained approval from the estate of the late lyricist Howard Ashman and from his collaborator, composer Alan Menken. Both won Oscars for their work on "Aladdin."

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

HISTORY OF DISNEY PRINCESS

As many of us know, Disney Princesses are not always viewed in a positive light. Some people believe them to be passive, codependent damsels in distress. But is this really true? Or does each Princess offer a kind of strength in her own way? Here, I have carefully ranked the princesses in terms of being good role models for young girls. We'll start at the bottom of the list so we can work our way towards, in my opinion, Disney Princess' best role model. I have spoken to plenty of parents to make sure that I have diverse research and opinions. 

AURORA

The third Disney princess to ever grace the silver screen is the lead character in one of Disney's most classic fairy tales. However, she is the least interesting princess in terms of personality. I admit, she isn't given much of a chance with her very small amount of screentime. However, Aurora really offers nothing to her own film other than song and beauty...two gifts she received at the film's start. Aurora is gorgeous and elegant but she spends most of her time dreaming about a prince coming and sweeping her off her feet. There are countless more interesting characters in the film such as the Good Fairies and the anatagonist Maleficent. Aurora is pretty much just an object to be fancied, provided for and rescued. She literally does nothing but dance, sing, cry and sleep. 



SNOW WHITE

The first ever animated heroine in a feature film, Snow White has a lot to her name. She stars in what is commonly known as the greatest animated film of all time. Now, the question is, as a character, is Snow White all she's cracked up to be? Snow White has many positive traits: she is very optimistic, kind to those around her and doesn't feel too sorry for herself...she even apologizes for causing a fuss after a terrifying run through the woods. Still, Snow White's only goal in life is to have a prince come and take her away to his castle, where she can be romanced and live happily ever after. She gets her wish after foolishly eating an apple from a strange hag who easily convinces her it's a "magic wishing apple." Sure, Snow White's not the brightest bulb out there and she may not have any ambition, but she has got personality. 

ARIEL


Absolutely one of Disney's most beloved princesses, Ariel is a favourite among many young girls. She was the princess who sparked the Disney Renaissance with her spunky, teenage appeal. Unfortunately, the only character Ariel ever seems to concern herself with pleasing throughout the entire film is herself. Although she does like to explore and collect things, this interest quickly takes a back-seat in her reasoning for becoming human when she spots the handsome Prince Eric. After bravely saving this dashing young man from drowning, Ariel makes it her goal to join him on land and woo him. There was great risk in this...what if Ariel had made the deal with Ursula only to find Eric was an arrogant pig? She would have had two choices: marry him anyway or turn into one of Ursula's slugs. Luckily, in true Disney fashion, it works out because once she meets Eric, she likes his personality as well. Still, she bargains her whole life, abandoning her friends and family, for a guy she's only ever seen and never interacted with. While I admire her bravery and sass, I definitely think most of her popularity is due to her being a beautiful mermaid as opposed to a beautiful human girl. 

CINDERELLA

HER story is one that inspired millions...rags to riches. And Cinderella is to be admired for throughout a life of hardship and abuse, she still manages to see the good in others and have hope. One of the most underestimated princesses in terms of value, Cinderella is more than just a pretty face. She works hard and appreciates what she has in life, while most of us would be damn near suicidal if we were in her shoes. Her main downside is that without the help of her fairy godmother, she would've died a slave. She didn't have the courage or strength to free herself...it was up to the mice and her animal friends to get her out of that wicked Lady Tremaine's grip. Cinderella's dream is, big surprise, to marry a prince which she evidently clarifies in the film's theme "A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes.

JASMINE

THE Only Disney princess that the film doesn't revolve around, Jasmine has somehow captivated the spirits and hearts of many fans. She is the first non-European princess and the first to not be hopelessly dreaming of marrying a prince. In fact, she states that if she ever marries, she wants it to be for love and not status. She is shown to be clever and quick on her feet several times throughout the film such as seducing Jafar, playing along as Aladdin's crazy, monkey-worshipping sister and recognizing Prince Ali's mannerisms to be the same as the boy she met in the marketplace. She is sassy, fun and gorgeous...most importantly, she has self-respect and refuses to be treated like a trophy. Although the film is more centered around her lover, in the scenes she does appear in, Jasmine is a fairly admirable 
BELLE
The only princess to ever appear in a Best Picture Nominated film and present an Academy Award, Belle is a highly praised and popular Disney princess. She is remarkably unique and although she is beautiful, the filmmakers made her unaware of this. She does not wish to marry the handsome town-hero Gaston because she is able to see that he doesn't have much on the inside. She simply refuses to be someone's "little wife" which surprisingly is what all the other princesses before her dreamed of most. She dreams of adventure, a first for a Disney princess. Although she is a loner in her town, need for companionship and rescue are not at all apparent in her. When her father is in danger, she rides her horse to a spooky castle. She gives up her freedom and agrees to spend the remainder of her life in a dungeon, all to save her father's life. Although the film receives occasional criticism for romanticizing an abusive relationship, this is basically the film's only known controversy and it is a highly debatable one. Belle forgives and allows the Beast a chance to show her his heart and that is what makes Belle's story a tale as old as time - everyone should be given the chance to love and be loved. 


BARBIE SONGS

"Barbie Girl" is a song by the Danish-Norwegian dance-pop group Aqua. It was released in May 1997 as their third single overall, and the first United Kingdom release. The song is included on the album Aquarium and was written by Claus Norreen and Soren Nystrom Rasted after the group saw an exhibit on kitsch culture.
The song topped the charts worldwide, particularly in European countries such as the UK, where it was a number-one hit for three weeks. It was also on top of the charts in Australia for the same length of time, and debuted and peaked at No. 7 on the US Billboard hot 100 on 6 September 1997 and it remains Aqua's biggest hit single in the US to date, and their only one to reach the Top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.


Hi Barbie
Hi Ken!
Do you wanna go for a ride?
bieSure Ken!
Jump in...

I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic!
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on Barbie, let's go party!

I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic!
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation

I'm a blond bimbo girl, in a fantasy world
Dress me up, make it tight, I'm your dolly
You're my doll, rock'n'roll, feel the glamour in pink,
Kiss me here, touch me there, hanky panky...
You can touch, you can play, if you say: "I'm always yours"

(uu-oooh-u) [2x]

I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic!
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation

Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]

Make me walk, make me talk, do whatever you please
I can act like a star, I can beg on my knees
Come jump in, bimbo friend, let us do it again,
Hit the town, fool around, let's go party
You can touch, you can play, if you say: "I'm always yours"
You can touch, you can play, if you say: "I'm always yours"

Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]

I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic!
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation

I'm a Barbie girl, in the Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic!
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere
Imagination, life is your creation

Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(Ah-ah-ah-yeah)
Come on Barbie, let's go party!
(uu-oooh-u) [2x]

Oh, I'm having so much fun!
Well Barbie, we're just getting started
Oh, I love you Ken!

HISTORY OF BARBIE

The Barbie doll was invented in 1959 by Ruth Handler (co-founder of Mattel, whose own daughter was called Barbara. Barbie was introduced to the world at the American Toy Fair in New York City. Barbie's job was teenage fashion doll. The Ken doll was named after Ruth's son and was introduced two years after Barbie in 1961.
       The full name of the first doll was Barbie Millicent Roberts, from Willows, Wisconsin. Barbie's job was that of teenage fashion model. However, the doll has been made in versions connected to over 125 different careers.
She came as either a brunette or blond, and in 1961 red hair was added. In 1980, the first African America Barbie and Hispanic Barbie were introduced, however, Barbie did have a black friend named Christie who was introduced in 1969.
The first Barbie was sold for $3. Additional clothing based on the latest runway trends from Paris were sold, costing from $1 to $5. In the first year (1959), 300,000 Barbie dolls were sold. Today, a mint condition "#1" (1959 Barbie doll) can fetch as much as $27,450. To date, over 70 fashion designers have made clothes for Mattel, using over 105 million yards of fabric.
There has been some controversy over Barbie Doll's figure when it was realized that if Barbie was a real person her measurements would be an impossible 36-18-38. Barbie's "real" measurements are 5 inches (bust), 3 ¼ inches (waist), 5 3/16 inches (hips). Her weight is 7 ¼ ounces, and her height is 11.5 inches tall.
In 1965, Barbie first had bendable legs, and eyes that open and shut. In 1967, a Twist 'N Turn Barbie was released that had a moveable body that twisted at the waist.
The best-selling Barbie doll ever was 1992 Totally Hair Brbie with hair from the top of her head to her toes.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

sleeping beauty

  • Although Aurora is blonde, it doesn't require you to dye your hair blonde to be like her. Take your own, natural, beautiful hair color and work with it. If you're a brunette or a ginger and you think you have dull hair, get your hair colored, it'll look fantastic! For that summery hair look, try sun lighteners! You could start by taking as many chunks or small strands from your hair as you want, spray them on with a spray on hair lightener, such as Sun-In, and leave it on out in the sun, long enough for them to lighten into sun-kissed streaks. Don't forget to use a good conditioner right after and rinse with cold water to make it shine.
  • Aurora has quite a bit of hair, so, if you are interested in having those classic long locks, but don't have them yourself, hair extensions are a great way to go. If you have shorter hair, then flatter it! Short hair curled always is a beautiful, classy look.

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