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In many ways, the timing couldnt be more perfect.
ButCinderellasofficial addition to the Disney+ canon is more than just an expertly timed PR event.
A world where a plain yellow pumpkincanbecome a golden carriage.
Black Cinderella) has been the piece of culture that has most profoundly shaped my life.
Sure, I also had love forDisneys 1950 animatedCinderella, but something just clicked with Blinderella.
But it wasnt just thatCinderellagave Black actresses a platform to shine.
It was also the world in which they shone that resonated with me.
Is the movies glaring absence of any discussion of race realistic, or even realistically aspirational?
Blinderella was absolutely saturated with color.
The creators only partially understood the impact that this nontraditional version ofCinderellawould have on us.
But 20-plus years later you’re free to see Cinderellas direct influence all over entertainment.
You dont get aHamiltonor aBridgertonwithout a BrandysCinderellablazing the trail.
It makes the impossible seem possible every time you watch it.
Were finding our Prince Charming from the comfort and safety of our own homes.
Miss WhitneyWhy are you down there?Houston will be there.
Need I say more?
Cinderellais available to watch on Disney+.
Dont have Disney+ yet?you’re able to sign up here.
