Erasing historical films and stories that of the reconstruction era don’t erase the actual history. It’s my personal belief they allow for discussion that is necessary to teach about a history that did exist and how we can teach our children how we don’t want to repeat it. Again just my opinion but erasing the issue is more racist now. I could easily make the case that black America should be furious that the circumstances of the past area purposely being hidden from our youth. Feels like a missed opportunity to teach about cultural and racial progress in America.
Very interesting article, and it covers several topics I've discussed with my family before. I was lukewarm on Song of the South when I saw it in the theater--as you point out, the film isn't great--but did enjoy the ride. It was put together like most Disney rides were; the characters were bright, colorful, and thanks to the music that follows you everywhere on Disney property, the songs were familiar. That final splashdown was great, especially since the Magic Kingdom is short on thrill rides. But what was consciously omitted was painfully obvious, and even as a child, I wondered why the ride existed back when it was first introduced. Song of the South is one of those films that deserved to slide quietly into obscurity, but the controversy keeps it alive--so did the ride, which is why I'm not sorry to see it go.
Erasing historical films and stories that of the reconstruction era don’t erase the actual history. It’s my personal belief they allow for discussion that is necessary to teach about a history that did exist and how we can teach our children how we don’t want to repeat it. Again just my opinion but erasing the issue is more racist now. I could easily make the case that black America should be furious that the circumstances of the past area purposely being hidden from our youth. Feels like a missed opportunity to teach about cultural and racial progress in America.
Very interesting article, and it covers several topics I've discussed with my family before. I was lukewarm on Song of the South when I saw it in the theater--as you point out, the film isn't great--but did enjoy the ride. It was put together like most Disney rides were; the characters were bright, colorful, and thanks to the music that follows you everywhere on Disney property, the songs were familiar. That final splashdown was great, especially since the Magic Kingdom is short on thrill rides. But what was consciously omitted was painfully obvious, and even as a child, I wondered why the ride existed back when it was first introduced. Song of the South is one of those films that deserved to slide quietly into obscurity, but the controversy keeps it alive--so did the ride, which is why I'm not sorry to see it go.
Thanks for making to available to all.