Like your Disney Princesses a little less innocent? Then check out the pictures on BuzzFeed by Deviant art artist JosephB222. I’ve included just a couple here, but a recent trend seems to be re-envisioning the popular princesses. Like your Belle and Ariel zombiefied? Theres that, too.
The Ariel image reminds me a bit of Mara Jade, popular character of the Star Wars expanded universe. I haven’t read it, but I hear that Mara has a very important scene in the book “Sacrifice.” She’s long been known for her tough demeanor and red hair, and while Ariel is a bit too sweet and naïve in comparison, she certainly has the fiery hair to fit the role. Check out the spikes! Now, guys, be honest, wouldn’t you want to be “Under the Sea” with Sith Ariel? Maybe even “Kiss the Girl”? (If you don’t know what I’m talking about, then watch the movie).
And now there is Belle. Ah dear bookish Belle from Beauty and the Beast. You have always been my favorite Disney princess. You wanted out of that little town and quiet village. No more provincial life for you! And you hold not one but TWO lightsabers! This is reminiscent of Asajj Ventress, recently seen in the Clone Wars cartoon, but her dress is more Attack of the Clones era Padme. We all remember that dress. It’s the one Padme wears while pretending not to be interested in Anakin, but her dress and the warm glow of the fireplace tell a different story. No wonder the poor guy was so conflicted. “I am haunted by the kiss that you should never have given me.” Yeah, we know THAT speech.
I really enjoy seeing new images of some of my favorite Disney characters, and an artistic marriage between them and Star Wars is a win-win. I’m not as happy with the versions of Jasmine, but it’s obvious a lot of work went into these images, and they are a lot of fun overall. I honestly never thought of Belle with a lightsaber, but I have to tell you, she looks badass.
What are your opinions?