modernprimate:

Many film critics, along with parents like myself who would prefer our daughters not sit around crocheting doilies, practicing etiquette, and learning subservience until a suitable husband comes along, had hopes that this would finally be the movie that broke away from the narrowly envisioned, patriarchy-reinforcing, and traditionalism of past Disney princesses.

So, does Brave‘s portrayal of Princess Merida really stand as a revolutionary, groundbreaking moment for Disney that will usher in a new era of strong female characters and empowering stories? Not really.

Continue reading: “Brave” is Not Exactly a Disney Princess Movie with a Strong Female Lead | Modern Primate | man, that’s deep

Shane Billings’ critique of Brave has me thinking this isn’t such a great movie after all.