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Lady in The Disney film "Lady and The Tramp" is Good
The Siamese Cats are Bad!
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Disney Racism: Lady and the Tramp
One of the most well-recognized racist symbols perpetuated by Disney is the portrayal of Siamese cats in Lady and the Tramp. Like stereotypical Asians, they are buck-toothed and have slanted eyes, and speak in ridiculously exaggerated accents that bear little, if any, resemblance to actual Thai speech patterns. They were portrayed as cunning, manipulative, and evil.
Other racist stereotypes can also be seen in the film, including a jolly Luigi-type owner of an Italian restaurant and a stupid and submissive Chihuahua who exemplifies Mexican stereotypes. While these examples of Disney racism are often passed over as simple humor, they guide children's understanding of cultures, leading to prejudice.
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