Rebellious: A Princess Movie with a Twist
In the world of children’s animation, the traditional image of a princess waiting to be rescued is being challenged. However, the latest film, Rebellious, still falls into some old tropes despite its attempts to subvert them.
- The story follows Princess Mina, voiced by Alyson Leigh Rosenfeld, who defies her father’s wishes to marry for love instead of political gain.
- When Mina is kidnapped on the day of her wedding, a group of suitors, including Ronan, an architect, set off on a mission to rescue her.
- The plot takes a twist when the kidnapper takes Mina to a sorcerer who has turned other princesses into stone.
- While Rebellious may pass the Bechdel test, it still relies on some outdated stereotypes and lacks a truly feminist message.
Despite its shortcomings, Rebellious is set to hit UK and Irish cinemas on 25th October, offering a new take on the princess genre.
