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Exploring Disney's evolution in animated films, from classic hits like The Little Mermaid to recent flops like 'Wish'. Discussing the challenges of defining what makes a film a Disney film today. Delving into Disney's acquisition of Pixar and the impact on its brand identity in the changing movie landscape.
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- Disney's struggle to define its identity in modern animation landscape due to shift towards franchises and sequels.
- The rise of Pixar challenged Disney's traditional hand-drawn animation, leading to changes in storytelling and technology.
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Disney's Struggle with Animation Identity
Disney has faced challenges in defining what makes a Disney movie today, especially with the shift towards Marvel and Star Wars. The decline in Disney's animation quality was highlighted, including the lackluster performance of films like 'Wish' and the impact of the Disney Renaissance. With the focus on franchises and sequels, Disney's traditional brand clarity has blurred, leading to a struggle in distinguishing Disney and Pixar movies. The historical significance of Disney's hand-drawn animation phase and the subsequent shift to computer animation reflected a change in Disney's identity in the animation industry.
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