Michelle Anya Anjirbag
Fairy-tale scholar and author of Appropriated Tales: Race and the Disney Fairy-Tale Mode (Wayne State UP, 2025), specializing in adaptation, race, and children's literature.
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Dec 14, 2025 • 1h 4min
Michelle Anya Anjirbag, "Appropriated Tales: Race and the Disney Fairy-Tale Mode" (Wayne State UP, 2025)
Michelle Anya Anjirbag, a fairy-tale scholar and author, explores Disney's impact on fairy tales and representation. She delves into how Disney shapes cultural narratives and childhood experiences, raising critical questions about authenticity and cultural appropriation. Anjirbag highlights moments of genuine representation, like the 1997 Cinderella, while critiquing the inconsistencies in Disney's adaptations. Through her analysis, she encourages scholars and audiences to rethink narratives of belonging within the context of Disney's vast influence.
Dec 14, 2025 • 1h 4min
Michelle Anya Anjirbag, "Appropriated Tales: Race and the Disney Fairy-Tale Mode" (Wayne State UP, 2025)
Fairy-tale scholar Michelle Anya Anjirbag is in the spotlight, discussing her groundbreaking book, Appropriated Tales. She explores Disney's influence on fairy tales, revealing how it shapes cultural narratives and expectations. Anjirbag critiques the company's approach to diversity and representation, celebrating the rare success of the 1997 Cinderella. She delves into the controversial aspects of Aladdin, from its origins to community backlash. The conversation encourages deeper questions about storytelling and belonging in popular culture.
