Saturday, May 22, 2010

10 Disney Characters Who Stirred Up Controversy

For a long time people have discussed the themes and characters of Disney's and other animated works depicting racial stereotypes during the War and during the era of slavery and civil rights, as well as examining animation in times when the Western World was not so politically correct with regards to cultures, historical realities and it's portrayals of men and women. There's a good article here that examines 10 instances of controversy in Disney's works that will be of interest to those who love their animation history or simply as insightful social commentary. So check it out!