Megamind - Megamind and the Search for Purpose

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Animated movies made for children are often dismissed as simple entertainment, colourful distractions, designed to keep young minds occupied. Yet, beneath the humour, fast-paced action, and playful animation, many of these films wrestle with the questions that adults themselves struggle to answer: who am I? What gives life meaning? Why do some people succeed while others are left behind? 

Megamins is one such film. Clever, humorous, and surprisingly profound, it flips the traditional superhero story on its head and invites viewers to reflect on identity, morality and purpose. 

The story begins with two infants sent to Earth from another planet. One lands in a loving home, admired, celebrated and adored. He becomes Metro Man - strong, handsome, and universally praised. The otherchild is not so fortunate. He crash-lands in a prison, grows up rejected and mocked and becomes Megamind- brilliant, blue, and destined, it seems to be the villain. From the very beginning, the film places side by side two lives shaped not only by talents but by circumstance. 

Megamind is highly intelligent, inventive, and capable of great good, yet society defines him as evil long before he truly becomes so. Repeated rejection pushes him toward a dark conclusion: "Being bad is the one thing I am good at." This moment is pivotal. It captures how identity can be shaped not by who we are, but by what we are told we are. The film subtly asks: Do people become evil because they choose it freely, or are they ae given no other place to belong?

When Megamind finally defeats Metro Man and takes control of Metro City, something unexpected happens. Victory does not bring satisfaction. Power does not bring fulfilment. Without a hero to oppose him, Megamind feels empty. His entire identity has been built in opposition to another. Without that conflict, he is lost. "What's the point of being bad if there is no good to oppose you?" He asks - a question that reaches far beyond the screen. 

In an attempt to restore meaning to his life, Megamind creates a new hero, Hal, later known as Titan. But this experiment backfires. Hal, unlike Megamind, was not shaped by rejection but by entitlement, frustration, and wounded pride. Given power without wisdom, he becomes destructive. The film challenges the assumption that power automatically produces goodness. It also exposes how resentment and ego twist even the appearance of heroism into something dangerous. 

Metro Man's story adds another layer. Born with every advantage -admired, praised, and expected to save the world-he eventually walks away from it all. Tired of living up to society's expectations, he chooses obscurity over applause. His decision raises an uncomfortable question: Is a successful life meaningful if it is not freely chosen? Being born with a "silver spoon" may appear enviable, but it does not guarantee purpose or happiness. 

Then there is Roxanne Ritchie, the intelligent and courageous journalist. Viewers may expect her to fall for the traditional hero, but she does not. Instead, she is drawn to authenticity, growth, and sincerity. Her choice quietly challenges superficial ideas of worth and attraction, reminding us that character matters more than status. 

By the end of the film, Megamind discovered something he never expected: redemption. Not through conquest, but through responsibility. Not by defeating others, but by confronting himself. He realises that his past does not have to define his future and that meaning is not found in opposition, but in transformation.

Megamind reflects our society in striking ways. Some are born into ease, others into struggle. Some are celebrated, others ignored. Some are crushed by expectations, others by rejection. The film does not offer simple answers, but it invites reflection. It suggests that while life may be unfair, our response to it matters. Purpose is not assigned by circumstances, but discovered through choice.

This is why children's movies deserve to be taken seriously. They are often the first place young minds encounter life's greatest questions - not through lectures, but through stories. Megamind reminds us that behind every label, every failure, and every rivalry, there is a deeper question waiting to be asked: Who am I really, and what kind of person do I choose to become? 

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Dinosaur: A Story of Courage, Faith, and Hope in Life’s Storms

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Indeed, Dinosaur may not immediately impress everyone with flashy action, but its true power lies in the more profound message. This film is not only about survival — it is about determination, courage, faith, and patience in the face of difficult and perilous times. It invites viewers to reflect on resilience and hope amid life’s storms—a lesson that personally captivated me and resonates with anyone navigating adversity.

The movie opens with a dramatic scene: an Oviraptor attacks, forcing an Iguanodon mother to abandon her nest, leaving only one egg. The egg is carried away by the attackers and eventually lands on an island inhabited by lemurs. The lemurs, torn between fear and compassion, witness the egg hatch. Yar, the father of the lemur family, warns, “Things like that grow up to eat things like us.” His caution reflects a deeply human tendency: we often fear the future and struggle to remain positive. Yet, compassion and curiosity win over fear. The family adopts the young dinosaur, names him Aladar, and raises him as one of their own. Surrounded by love and support, Aladar grows into a healthy, caring creature—a gentle reminder of how nurture shapes character and courage.

Their peaceful life is soon shattered when meteorites strike their lush tropical paradise, transforming it into a barren wasteland with no water or safe shelter. At this point, the journey begins — a long, arduous pilgrimage in search of water. Here, the story’s power shines. Deprived of their homeland, these animals do not succumb to despair. They endure fatigue, hunger, attacks, dryness, and discouragement, yet they persist. Their sole focus is overcoming adversity. Watching their journey, we see a striking example of faith, courage, determination, and hope in action. Eventually, they find water, and with what I call providence — the unseen guidance that often accompanies perseverance — rain begins to fall.

Even then, they do not celebrate immediately. They seek shelter in a cave to avoid exposure and continue their search for sustenance and safety once the storm passes. These responses mirror human experiences: trauma and stress can alter our reactions, even when relief arrives. The lesson is clear — steadfastness, patience, and hope carry us through life’s challenges, no matter how severe.

How about us humans? So often, we are discouraged by adversity. We murmur, we hesitate, we falter. What if we learned from these dinosaurs? What if we responded with courage, perseverance, and faith, trusting that guidance and support are around us even when unseen?

As Scripture reminds us:

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:7)
“Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” (James 1:2–3)

Whether you find comfort in faith or simply in the example of courage and resilience, the journey of these creatures mirrors our own lives. Life’s storms will come, but we can rise, endure, and move forward with hope.

I invite you to watch Dinosaur and reflect on how perseverance, courage, and hope can guide you through your own stormy seasons.

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Ratatouille - Anyone Can Cook

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Ratatouille is a beautiful story about Remy, a rat with an extraordinary passion for food. He delights in mixing flavours and proudly displays his refined palate to his family. And yet, for all his connoisseurship, Remy is still a rat - and occasionally does very ratty things. 

Sadly, during a food hunt in an old lady's house, he and his entire family are shot at and forced to flee. They run amok, climb over the roof, escape through the sewers, and use several bits of rubbish as makeshift rescue boats to float away. In the process, Remy parted ways with his father and all his friends. Alone and nowhere to go, he found comfort in a book he stole from the old lady's house - Gusteau's recipe book that he read with passion. He certainly does not find it hard to memorise everything he reads.

Coincidence - or twist of fate - while roaming, he discovers he's in Paris and notices Gusteau's. Gusteau's is a renowned establishment serving exclusive dishes created by the late chef Gusteau. The restaurant is run by his sous-chef, Skinner, who operates it for profit by marketing frozen food.

Then comes Alfredo Linguini. Linguini's mother has died, but before her death, she wrote a letter and asked her son to deliver it to Chef Skinner. Linguini is hired as a garbage boy at Gusteau's restaurant. Later, when Skinner opens the letter, he discovers that Linguini is, in fact, Gusteau's son, but he keeps the news to himself. 

Linguini knows nothing about cooking, but accidentally knocks over a pot of soup and, in a panic to fix it, adds various ingredients. He is helped by Remy, and to the staff's surprise, the customers enjoy the delicious soup and ask for more. 

Both Linguini and Remy have lost their parents, and from that moment on, they form a bond. Remy finds an opportunity to share his savoir faire with Linguini, and they work together.

There are many lessons to learn from the story

Life happens: 

One is a garbage boy, unaware that Chef Gusteau is his father and that he carries a legacy. The other is a talented rat, passionate about cooking, yet despised by society. Those who come from a lower class are often looked down upon, treated as less than nothing, and assumed to have no future. Yet the most talented individuals do not always come from high society; they can be anyone. As Gusteau famously said, "Anyone Can Cook," echoing Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me."

Talent is innate and is not defined by society or social class. Linguini's father was a great chef, yet Linguini himself does not know how to cook. Ironically, the one who comes from a lower background, Remy, whom society despises and who learned his craft from Gusteau's recipe book, becomes his mentor. 

This is where the story moves beyond food and enters the heart of human experience. 

Ratatouille portrays real-life situations. We judge others by their looks, and we categorise them as insignificant because of their background. We fail to recognise their talent and often do not want to know them. When talent is finally revealed, like in the case of Remy, who helped Linguini prepare a Ratatouille that transports the stern, cold, and feared food critic Anton Ego back to his childhood, the restaurant staff walks out in disapproval. Remy's talent challenges them all. 

 This scene brings to mind another of my favourite Bible verses:

"...not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise: God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things - and the things that are not - to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before Him." (1 Corinthians 1:28 to 29)

Indeed, many of us are looked down upon and reduced to the level of a rodent like Remy, but in God's eyes, we are precious. Even Anton Ego, who once dismissed Gusteau's motto, "Anyone Can cook," revises his views after tasting Remy's humble ratatouille and admits, "Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere."

If Ratatouille speaks to your heart, I'd recommend watching it if you haven't already. And if you have seen it before, watching it again may shed new light on its message. 

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How To Train Your Dragon

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At first glance, How to Train Your Dragon appears to be a simple animated adventure about Vikings and dragons. But beneath its humour and breathtaking visuals lies a story that echoes an ancient and timeless theme: how God - or providence, if you prefer often chooses what the world considers "lowly, despised, and insignificant to confound the wise and the powerful, demonstrating His power, revealing His strength through weakness and preventing human boasting, so that all glory goes to Him." (1 Corinthians 1:28) 

Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel), the son of the village chief Stoick, is not your typical Viking hero. In a culture that celebrates brute strength and dragon slaying, he is small, clumsy, and more inclined to invent than to fight. Like the young shepherd David standing before Goliath, Hiccup appears unqualified by his society’s standards. Yet, from the very beginning, the film quietly suggests that leadership is not always forged through physical power, but through wisdom, courage, and vision.

Eager to prove himself - and to earn the respect of his peers, especially Astrid (America Ferrera), a brave and determined girl of his age - Hiccups builds mechanical contraptions in an attempt to defeat the most feared dragon of all: the elusive Night Fury. During one of his experiments, he succeeds in trapping one. This should have been his moment of triumph. But instead of killing teh dragon, Hiccup hesitates.

Curiosity overcomes fear, and compassion interrupts violence. He frees the wounded creature, later naming him Toothless. This decision becomes the turning point of the entire story. What was meant to be an act of conquest becomes the beginning of an unexpected friendship. Their connection highlights the deep bond between humans and animals, present since their creation in the Garden of Eden. While dragons (the old serpent) often symbolise evil in the Bible, setting the spiritual meaning aside for a moment, the story celebrates the remarkable friendship that can exist between man and beast.

As Hiccup cares for Toothless, he discovers that the dragon is unable to fly due to a damaged tail. Using his ingenuity, Hiccup designs a prosthetic fin that allows Toothless to soar once more. Together, they rise into the sky, sharing breathtaking flights above clouds and oceans. These moments are more than thrilling spectacles- they symbolise freedom, trust, and the healing power of kindness. 

 Their bond deepens, and eventually Astrid discovers the secret. Instead of exposing Hiccup, she joins them, sharing in the flight of joy and uncovering a truth far greater than any Viking legend: dragons are not evil by nature. They are driven to attack villages because they themselves are enslaved - forced to serve a colossal dragon that rules through fear. This scene subtly echoes the Garden of Eden, when the serpent, once upright, became the servant of the devil and was cursed to crawl on its belly and eat dust (Genesis 3:14). Just as the dragons here are manipulated into wrongdoing, the serpent was compelled to carry out evil, bearing the consequences of its bondage. 

This revelation reframes everything. The real enemy here is not the dragons but the cycle of fear, domination and misunderstanding that binds both sides. In real life, the same principle applies: often our greatest struggles are not with our fellow humans, but with the spiritual evil forces that influence our physical world, as the Bible reminds us: 

"For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." (Ephesians 6:12) 

Hiccup does not defeat Toothless through violence; he befriends him, ending the cycle of enmity. Likewise, Scripture calls us to put on the whole armour of God - truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and the word of God (Ephesians 6:13-17) - so that we can face challenges wisely and justly. When people hurt us, fighting back often only deepens the wounds. Forgiveness, understanding, and moral courage are far more potent weapons, as Hiccup demonstrates with his compassion and patience. 

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The Smurfs Are Back

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It feels like I am travelling back to my childhood. The Smurfs were my favourite animated television series of the 80s, produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions. I am still in love with those little blue creatures who made my days happy after a tough day at school. Their adventure, humour, and cheerful village life always brought joy. Writing this post about them helps to keep them alive somewhere in my heart. The Smurfs have lessons to teach about kindness and innocence. 

A Brief Story of the Smurfs

The Smurfs (Les Schtroumpfs in French) were created by Belgian cartoonist Peyo (real name Pierre Culliford). They first appeared in the Belgian magazine Spirou and, decades later, were adapted into an English-language children's TV series by Hanna-Barbera Productions.

A fun anecdote: While having lunch with colleagues, Peyo forgot the word "salt" and instead said, "Pass me the Schtroumpf." The word eventually became "Smurfs" in English. 

Let me introduce you to the seven or eight main Smurfs characters.

Papa Smurf - The wise leader, 546 years old, dressed in red with a bushy white beard. Gentle, patient, and loving, he guides the village and restores order whenever chaos arises. He embodies godly wisdom and servant leadership.

Brainy Smurf - The village intellectual, who wears thick glasses, loves books, and often lectures others. His arrogance sometimes frustrates other Smurfs, reminding us that wisdom without humility can create tension. (cf.Proverbs 16:18) "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall"

Handy Smurf - Creative and energetic, Handy fixes and invents for the village. He reminds us that God gives talents and skills to benefit the community. (cf.Exodus 31: 1-7). 

And Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the Lord has called by name the son of Bezaleel, the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judea;

And He hath filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;

And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cunning work.

And He hath put in his heart that he may teach both he and Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan. 

Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work."

Lazy Smurf - Sleeps anywhere, anytime, often thinking first of rest. Even in his idleness, his presence reminds the village of the balance between work and rest, a Biblical principle. (cf.Genesis 2:2-3) "By the seventh day, God had finished the work He had been doing; so on the seventh day He rested from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it He rested from all the work of creating that he had done."

Clumsy Smurf - Accident-prone but soft-hearted, Clumsy shows that weakness does not prevent kindness or joy. (cf.2 Corinthians 12:9) "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."

Reporter Smurf - The village journalist, always chasing stories. He reflects curiosity and responsibility, but also shows how gossip or misjudgement can create problems - a lesson about the power of words (cf. Proverbs 18:21) "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit."

Gargamel - Gargamel is the dark, comical figure who constantly seeks to destroy the Smurfs and steal what does not belong to him. Beneath the humour lies a powerful Biblical lesson: unchecked greed, envy, and obsession with power lead to destruction rather than fulfilment. Gargamel reflects the fallen human heart that desires possession over relationship and domination over stewardship (cf. Genesis 3; James 1:14-15). His schemes never bring him peace, reminding us that sin promises satisfaction but always delivers emptiness. 

Azrael - Azrael, Gargamel’s loyal cat, serves as his constant companion and guide. Unlike animals created to live in harmony with humans, Azrael reflects a distorted relationship born of the Fall. He follows his master without discernment, reinforcing destructive intentions rather than resisting them. Azrael reminds us that loyalty without moral direction becomes dangerous, and that influence—when detached from truth and goodness—can amplify evil rather than restrain it (cf. Proverbs 13:20; Romans 1:25).

The Smurf's World

The Smurfs live in a hidden village called the Cursed Land (Le Pays Maudit in French) deep within a dense forest. Their homes are mushroom-shaped, each slightly different in size and in design to suit the individual Smurf. Some houses are in rocky, sparsely wooded areas; others sit beside rivers and grasslands.

The story of the Smurfs shows life in a world that is both beautiful and broken. After the Fall, the earth became a cursed place, as God told Adam: “Cursed is the ground because of you” (Genesis 3:17). In this way, the Smurfs’ world is like life after Eden. It still has good in it, but it is also full of struggle, vulnerability, and moral challenges.

The Smurfs do not live in paradise. Their world is bright and joyful, but it is also dangerous and always under threat. Like people after Eden, they have to work, build and protect what matters to them, while staying alert to dangers that could harm or divide them. The world is still good, but it is damaged by fear, pride, greed and disorder.

In this broken world, the Smurfs are a group of imperfect characters who choose to work together rather than be alone, and to care for each other rather than try to control. Sometimes they make mistakes, like when reporter Smurf spreads misinformation or Brainy Smurf acts arrogantly or shallowly. Still, they learn and grow through wisdom, humility, and guidance, especially from Papa Smurf. Their flaws do not take away their purpose. Instead, they show the ongoing challenge of living well in a fallen world.

The hidden village is not a way to avoid reality, but a way to respond to it with faithfulness. It shows what life can be when a community puts people before power, service before self-interest, and wisdom before pride. In this way, the Smurfs show a Biblical truth: Redemption does not start with being perfect, but with choosing to live faithfully in a broken world, building life instead of tearing it down. 

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ATtlantis The Lost Empire- An Analytical Reflection

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Milo Thatch, the protagonist of Atlantis: The Lost Empire, embodies the seeker archetype. From childhood, he was shaped by his grandfather’s stories about Atlantis, which functioned almost like a passed-down testimony. These stories plant in him a sense of calling rather than mere curiosity. Milo’s obsession is not driven by wealth or glory but by the desire to recover lost knowledge and preserve a forgotten civilisation. In biblical terms, he resembles the figure of the faithful steward—one who seeks to restore rather than exploit.

Milo’s struggle to obtain funding mirrors the experience of many biblical prophets and visionaries who were ridiculed by authorities. Like Noah, who warned of a flood yet was mocked by his contemporaries, or Jeremiah, whose message was dismissed by leaders, Milo is rejected by the mayor and town councillors. Institutional power proves blind to truth when it does not serve immediate interests. Truth, in Scripture as in the film, is often recognised only by those willing to listen in humility.

When Milo finally finds support, it comes from an unlikely and morally ambiguous group. This reflects a recurring biblical pattern: God’s purposes often advance through imperfect vessels. Yet unlike biblical narratives, in which God directs events toward redemption, the expedition crew hides a corrupt intention. Captain Venture embodies fallen humanity—ambitious, calculating, and governed by greed. His obsession with the crystal parallels the biblical warning that “the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil” (1 Timothy 6:10). Venture does not see Atlantis as a living culture but as a resource to be mined, echoing humanity’s post-Fall tendency to dominate rather than steward creation (Genesis 3).

Atlantis itself symbolises a lost Eden. It is a civilisation preserved beneath the waters, hidden from a corrupted world above. Water in Scripture is both judgment and mercy—Noah’s flood destroys wickedness but preserves life through the ark. Likewise, Atlantis survives beneath the sea, protected yet isolated. Milo approaches Atlantis with reverence, much like Moses approaching holy ground, while Venture approaches it as a commodity. The difference lies not in intelligence or courage, but in the condition of the heart.

Kida (Kita) represents inherited wisdom and covenant memory. She is the living link between the past and the present, much as Israel’s role is in preserving divine revelation. Her trust in Milo is not accidental; it is grounded in shared values—truth, preservation, and life. Together, they seek the ancient power not to possess it, but to restore balance. This reflects a biblical understanding of power as something entrusted, not owned.

The crystal itself carries strong symbolic weight. It grants life but demands sacrifice and responsibility. In this sense, it mirrors divine gifts in Scripture—blessings that become destructive when taken without obedience. When Venture seeks the crystal by force, he reenacts the sin of Adam and Eve: grasping what was never meant to be taken on human terms. The result is death and destruction, reinforcing the biblical truth that life cannot be preserved through greed.

Ultimately, Atlantis: The Lost Empire is less about adventure and more about anthropology. It exposes human fallenness: the ease with which people betray, exploit, and destroy in pursuit of wealth. Milo’s innocence is not ignorance but faith—faith in knowledge, in heritage, and in moral purpose. Yet his failure to discern the intentions of those funding him also reflects a biblical warning: good intentions without discernment can lead to vulnerability.

The film quietly affirms a biblical worldview: civilisation does not collapse due to lack of technology, but due to moral corruption. Atlantis did not fall because it lacked power; it fell because power was misused. In this way, the film echoes the biblical narrative of humanity itself—created for stewardship, fallen through greed, yet always offered the possibility of restoration through humility and right intention.

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HAPPILY N'EVER AFTER (PART 1)



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Writer: Robert Moreland, Douglas Langdale
Director: Paul J Bolger, Yvette Kaplan
Stars: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinz Jnr, Sigourney Weaver, Andy Dick, Wallace Shawn, Patrick Warburton.

In "Happily N'Ever After" the main story is that of Cinderella(Sarah Michelle Gellar) but told slightly differently. She is in love with the wrong guy while Prince dishwasher(Freddy Prinze Jr) is desperate for her love.

In Fairy Tale Land, stories go by the book with happy endings. Usually things are run by a wizard who makes sure that the balance between good and evil is well maintained and that at the end good wins over evil. In "Happily N'Ever After", the wizard is going on vacation and things are twisted and turned during his absence. He leaves his assistants Munk and Mambo(Wallace Shawn and Andy Dick) behind with precise instructions on maintaining constant supervision on Fairy Tale Land so that situations do not go out of control and happy endings happen.

Unfortunately, Frieda(Sigourner Weaver), Ella's (Sarah Michelle Gellar) evil step mother discovers the secret place where happy endings happen and decides to take matters in hand to ruin everything. She easily disposes of Munk and Mambo who are helpless and turns every situation as much as possible to the worst to prevent the happy endings between Cinderella and Prince Charming and everything happening in the domain. Now that things are under her control, she sets out to change fortune into misfortune.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PRINCE CHARMING AND PRINCE DISWASHER



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 Compared to the Prince(Patrick Warburton)who is neither princely nor chraming, Prince dishwasher(Freddy Prinze Jr) is very handsome and a down to earth guy who uses common sense to do stuff while the Prince gets his ideas from a "how to be a Prince" manual. He doesn't wear the royal suit, does not ride a royal white horse, neither does he have a golden crown on his head but his love for Cinderella whom he affectionately calls Ella is true and sincere. He knows the latter loves the Prince but nevertheless offers his help when she is in trouble and even helps her to find the Prince even when it hurts him to do so.

Prince Charming as mentioned earlier is neither Princely nor Charming but is a pretentious stupid guy who learns stuff in a "how to be a Prince" manual. Besides he is unsure about who Cinderella is. After the ball when the magical spell fades and that Cinderella turns back to her ordinary maiden appearance the Prince doesn't recognise her and calls for the "Maiden" three times and whispers when he sees her slippers: "May be she was the maiden afterall" without conviction.

CHARACTER OF CINDERELLA

The Cinderella of "Happily N'Ever After" differs slightly from the original Cinderella. The former is much more independent in her way of doing things when situation gets worst, she takes matters in hand, is not  afraid of her evil step mother and tries as much as possible to save herself. She loves the prince and desperately wants to be his wife but when Prince dishwasher shows his kindness towards her, she turns realistic and takes the wise decision to return his love. She has found true love and the true lover.

CHARACTER OF FRIEDA

Cold hearted, selfish, crazy, rude and cynical that's Frieda's usual way of living. Her nature is totally evil. She belongs to the groupe who are happy to see others miserable and miserable when others are happy. She hates Cinderella and wishes the worst for her. She lives in the evil world and delights in it.

The movie has been criticized and unappreciated by most reviewers. It might be true that the movie is not great but it does teach a few things. One thing we learn is that evil never prosper or sometimes they even contribute to good things happening. The hard time given to Ella by her step mother made her realise that she was choosing the wrong Prince. She ended up falling in love with Prince Diswasher.

Another lesson we learn is that people's current situation and title do not say the truth about them. The Prince for instance is stupid and learns how to be a Prince in a book whereas Prince Dishwasher does not have a title and a royal situation but he is a good hearted guy and ready to help.




HAPPILY NEVER AFTER (PART2)



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It 's evil going on here again and this time it's about a beauty contest. The story this time is Snow White who has to face her jealous step mother. It begins with Queen Grace and King cole going around the city waving at people. At the same time the queen is teaching her daughter how to be kind hearted and help people in need. Another thing she teaches Snow White, is to "remember, the mirror tells half the story" as "beauty is given by helping others". Unfortunately the queen dies early due to sickness and did not have much time to complete her teaching to Snow White regarding helping others. The latter ended up hanging around with friends just like a misguided teenager when she grew up.

Meanwhile the king is planning to get married again and Lady Vain the evil woman will be his second wife. He is much pleased with Lady Vain's resemblance to that of his former wife not knowing her evil plan to rule the kingdom. When the latter settles in the Kingdom, she finds the opportunity to get rid of Snow White as she sees her as thorn but again all the tricks she tries on her fails at the end. She even tries to create enemity between Snow White and her friends but this will not prosper as well. The story is about jealousy. Lady Vain is not happy with her own apperance and her beauty therefore she envies Snow White for that.


CHARACTER OF LADY VAIN

Her name suits her well. An unhappy lady who is not satified with what she has and wants other people's gift. She has a jealous nature and keeps looking for opportunities to discredit Snow White for her beauty. All the tricks she plays against Snow White are in vain.

CHARACTER OF SNOW WHITE

Good hearted but misguided young girl as she lost her mother when she was too young. She is a happy girl who likes to hang out with other friends without really caring about others and not necessarily being selfish.

CHARACTER OF THE KING

An innocent tolerant man who loves his daughter deeply. He has a good heart and sees that Lady Vain suits him as his future wife. He is so good that he does not see the evil side of Lady Vain.

One more time we witness the power of good over evil. Despite Lady Vain's evil attempt to get rid of Snow White and take control of the kingdom, the latter remained strong. Through this hard time she learns to be good to others and help some people in need on her way. When learns the true intention of her step mother, she runs to the palace to help her father. She gets back the approval of everyone and sends away lady Vain.

What I personally learned here is that to make the most of what we've been given as gift from God. Never try to be someone else or trty to steal what they have even if it's called beauty. Beauty by the way is not on the face only but it is what comes from the heart.