Fairy Tales By The Brother s Grimm, Rapunzel And Cinderella

Throughout history, fairy tales have been told with the intent of teaching a lesson. These stories have been altered numerous times, varying with a changing society. Classic fairy tales by the Brother’s Grimm, Rapunzel and Cinderella, were published in the mid 1800s. Many years later Disney released its own versions of these Grimm fairy tales called Tangled, a modern take on Rapunzel, and Cinderella published in 2010 and 1950 respectfully. Both fairy tales compare and contrast with the more modern versions. The most potent similarities and differences are seen through the characters, plot, and lesson to be learned. Beginning with the analysis of Rapunzel and Tangled, both tales have Rapunzel and Mother Gothel, however other key characters†¦show more content†¦On the other hand the fairy tale story and movie of Cinderella have many identical characters, both having a Cinderella, a Prince, an evil stepmother and two evil step sisters. However, in the more modern telling of the tale there are far more animal characters that act as helpers to Cinderella consisting of numerous birds, mice, and a few farm animals, while in the Grimm tale there are only two white pigeons. An additional character in the more modern version is a Fairy God Mother, who aids Cinderella to the ball and helps her in her time of need. Aside from the contrast in animal characters, the other characters found in both stories assume the same role. There are varying plots between the fairy tales Rapunzel and Tangled. In Rapunzel, the plot involves an evil sorceress, Gothel, imprisoning Rapunzel in a tower, the only way in or out is by climbing her long golden hair. One day a Prince over hears her singing and falls in love, once they finally meet they plan to marry and Rapunzel begins planning her escape. 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