The Hunchback of Notre Dame is undoubtedly one of the bravest and best movies that Disney has ever made. Let's look at why.
wasn’t against showing the positive aspects of religion alongside its dark side. Characters like the Archdeacon represent those who don’t simply use religion as an excuse for bigotry, while the song “God Help the Outcasts” is a beautiful meditation on how different people view and interact with religion for different reasons.
I’m not even an especially religious person at this point in my life, but as someone who was raised in a Catholic household, the song strikes me as an incredible examination of the different types of beliefs I would witness in my childhood years. Some people pray for themselves while some pray for others, with Esmerelda being established as a selfless and compassionate character.
In a similar vein, the story never shies away from showing both the intense darkness and the inspiring light that permeate every corner of Notre Dame. Quasimodo is the brightest aspect of the film, as the downtrodden and constantly belittled protagonist still sees the best in people and tries to help everyone he can. His entire song, “Out There,” is entirely about simply wanting to live among and be accepted by the regular people of France who he almost idolizes.
The majority of the main cast of characters excels, really. Phoebus, the gallant guard voiced by Kevin Kline, is a complete subversion of the character that exists in Victor Hugo’snovel, which better serves this adaptation. He’s the only main character that doesn’t see Esmerelda as a demon or an angel, but rather as a person who deserves the same kindness as any other.
Also, I’m not one to say that films need to have morals or lessons in them, but I do admire the message of. Quasimodo doesn’t end up with Esmerelda just because he’s the hero, but he doesn’t need to in order to be happy. Quasi is pleased that Phoebus and Esmerelda found each other and that he has them as friends, subverting the usual happy ending for one that recognizes that platonic companionship is every bit as valuable as the romantic sort.
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