To you, what seem to be the most significant changes that Levine has made to the Cinderella tale and character in Ella Enchanted? Explain.
Levine has made several different changes to the traditional Cinderella story. First of all, this Cinderella is a much stronger woman who attempts to change her future for herself. Unfortunately, she is bound by a curse, and it is only broken when she saves the prince. Also, the stepsisters seem to have a much stronger negative role in this story. It is Hattie who originally makes Ella's life miserable. I was also fascinated by Ella's incredible love and aptitude for the various languages of her world. This skill invokes the idea of a woman who was born to be queen; one who is ready to speak to every person in her land. Levine completely redefined the typically weak, naive, and passive Cinderella into a modern, smart, and active princess.
The tale as a whole was also transformed into a magical and interesting adventure rather than the lack-luster account of a naive slave girl typical of the original Cinderella tales.
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