A large part of us grew up watching Disney animated movies, such as The Lion King, Hercules, The Little Mermaid, among many others. It is difficult to deny that they became part of our childhood and permeated into the general culture, to become an obligatory reference in conversations between friends.

But today, Disney has been in charge of bringing many of these films to "live action" versions, so that the new generations can enjoy them, although many of us who grew up with their original versions feel offended.

What are "live action" movies?

The title of "Live Action", real image, real images or flesh and blood, is granted to all those television series or films that were created from the adaptation of written media or animated series.

That is, the images and sequences have been obtained by direct filming of real actors and elements. This term is used especially for adaptations, made with real actors, of cartoon or comic series or movies.

Some of the films that Disney has taken from animation to live action are:

• Peter Pan
• The jungle book
• The Lion King
• Beauty and the Beast
• Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)
• 101 Dalmatians
• Cinderella
• Aladdin
• Mulan
• Dumbo

What are Disney princesses?

Disney princesses are those heroines of various films owned by The Walt Disney who are princesses or who become princesses in the development of their respective films.

There are also some Disney princesses that have been brought to the big screen but by other producers, since many of the stories they tell are from folklore and popular culture, for which Disney does not have the rights.

Next we will show you some of these Disney princesses that have been played by beautiful actresses of flesh and blood.

Anna Kendrick

Anna Kendrick gave life to Cinderella in the movie Into The Woods.

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MacKenzie Mauzy

The actress MacKenzie Mauzy gave life to Rapunzel in the movie Into the Woods, a Disney production, in 2014.

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Léa Seydoux

Beauty and the Beast had a real image version in France in 2014, on that occasion it was the actress Léa Seydoux who gave life to Belle.

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Drew Barrymore

Forever Cinderella is one of the first films to show a Disney princess with real characters, and like many later versions of these cartoons, it underwent some changes from the original story.

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Kristen Stewart

In 2012 Kristen Stewart played Snow White in a remake made by Roth Fils and Universal Pictures.

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Elle Fanning

Elle Fanning brought Aurora to life in the film version of Sleeping Beauty called Maleficent, the story seen from the point of view of the wicked witch.

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Emma Watson

In the live action version of Beauty and the Beast, we were lucky enough to see Emma Watson in the role of Belle.

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Naomi Scott

The 2019 version of Aladdin was a great success and part of this was thanks to the interpretation that Naomi Scott had when giving life to Princess Jasmine.

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Poppy Drayton

In a little-known and different version of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," Poppy Drayton played the famous princess Ariel.

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Lily Collins

Lily Collins played the princess in this new version of Snow White, which didn't quite stick to the version we know thanks to Disney.

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Liu Yifei

This 35-year-old actress brought Mulan to life in the new live action film that was recently released exclusively through the Disney+ streaming service.

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Lily James

The English-born actress brought Cinderella to the big screen in 2015.

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Halle Bailey

The actress played Ariel in the 2023 live-action film The Little Mermaid.

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Have you seen the movies in which these actresses appear? Did we miss any actress on the list? Tell us your opinion in the comments.

There aren't many movies in the world that are as loved as "Forrest Gump". This inspiring film follows the life of this character at different key moments in his life. That despite having a mental disability, he became a witness and architect of some of the most crucial moments of the second half of the 20th century.

At each stage of his growth he had to face numerous problems that he is facing in a positive way; since he is always able to see the good side of things. Likewise, being a story that touched millions of hearts; we can understand why the critical and audience approval is so good.

Forrest Gump

• IMDb: 8.8
• Film Affinity: 8.2
• Metacritic: 82
• Rotten tomatoes: 75

Forrest Gump is one of those films that transcend generations and leave an indelible mark on popular culture. Directed by Robert Zemeckis and masterfully starring Tom Hanks, this 1994 classic tells the extraordinary life of Forrest, a man with a limited IQ, but with an unmatched heart and determination.

The narrative combines real historical moments with the personal journey of Forrest, who almost accidentally becomes a key witness to several significant events of the 20th century. His innocence and unique perspective allow him to navigate life with a purity that contrasts with the complexities of the world around him.

The film addresses universal themes such as love, friendship, destiny and self-improvement. With a nostalgic soundtrack and unforgettable scenes, Forrest Gump is a poignant reminder that, as its iconic phrase goes, "life is like a box of chocolates."

Forrest Gump broke box office records in the 90s

Between drama and comedy, this 1994 film managed to captivate the viewer due to the sensitivity and honesty of its protagonist. Despite being over 2 decades old, it is still many people's favorite film. Even in these times it is recommended with great enthusiasm, because it is considered an important reference of the context in which the protagonist lives.

Also, we get to see Tom Hanks, who has had one of the most prolific and successful careers in Hollywood; in one of his best performances. Of course, without detracting from his great work in another of his great films such as Philadelphia. This performance earned him his second Oscar in a row, something that is not an easy task to achieve.

The main message of him does not go out of style despite the years. It is about getting ahead despite adversities and that love, friendship and honesty are the pillars of everything. What opinion do you have about this movie? Do you think it is one of the best of all time?

Here are the reasons why we think Forrest Gump is an excellent movie.

Performances

Both the performances of Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise and Sally Field were extraordinary. It earned Tom Hanks his second Oscar in a row. In addition to that he has been considered one of the best in recent decades.

On the other hand, Robin Wright deserves more credit. She has been a very underused actress and we get to see her perform spectacularly in "House Of Cards"; She gives a lot to talk about about her artistic gifts. In the Forrest Gump movie we can see her playing a character with many nuances that has gone through a number of calamities in her life. A complex role that managed to portray him wonderfully.

Relationship betweem Forrest and Jenny

The relationship between the characters of Tom Hanks and Robin Wright is the engine of the film. In addition, we can see ourselves represented by both in one way or another. Also, we can see how each of these characters portrays the different faces of the history of the United States. A kinder side with Forrest and a dark and tumultuous side with Jenny.

Soundtrack

The film contains great songs from artists as diverse as The Doors, Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Bob Dylan.

Famous phrases

The film has left phrases that have been saved within popular culture, some of them are:

1. "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get"
2. "Run Forrest, Run!"
3. "I may not be very smart, but I do know what love is"
4. "Do the best you can with what God has given you"
5. "You know, it's funny what a young man recollects. 'Cause I don't remember being born. I, I don't recall what I got for my first Christmas and I don't know when I went on my first outdoor picnic. But, I do remember the first time I heard the sweetest voice in the wide world".

Mass phenomenon

It is a film that marked an era and not only because of the cultural impact it has had to this day. Also, we see it in the box office collection, since it reached the figure of 678 million dollars. Something unusual in the cinema with this cut. To show the impact it had, the bench that Forrest Gump sat on had to be moved so it wouldn't get damaged due to the number of people visiting that location.

Great recognitions

The film directed by Robert Zemeckis achieved 6 gold statuettes and a total of 13 nominations. He managed to take best film, director, actor, adapted script, editing and visual effects. He obtained 7 Golden Globe nominations, 8 BAFTA nominations and countless accolades from the specialized press. We must also remember that it competed against big movies like Pulp Fiction, The Lion King and The Shawshank Redemption.

It is a story of overcoming

We see him since he was little with a problem in his legs, as well as having a lower than average IQ, which is why he was the victim of ridicule during his childhood. In one of his scenes we see him get rid of his clamps as if to claim his freedom.

Throughout the film we can see scenes with that theme as the main axis since it is what really matters. He goes beyond having met the presidents of the United States or the most important events in history, what is transcendental is how he manages to overcome all adversities until he becomes a great man.

Life lessons

It also leaves us other very important life lessons that we should follow in our day to day, among them we can find:

1. A promise is always kept
2. Running from trouble gets you nowhere
3. Do what you want and when you want
4. The past cannot be forgotten
5. Take advantage of your virtues and take advantage of your defects
6. Life is unpredictable
7. You have to be humble

What do you think of these reasons for considering Forrest Gump one of the great movies in cinema history? Do you agree? Do you have other reasons? Tell us in the comments.

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