Disneyland will update its Peter Pan’s Flight ride to rectify racist depictions of Indigenous people, a response to ongoing criticism regarding stereotypes in older attractions.
Disney's officials stated, 'Imagineers have a longstanding history of making updates and enhancements to attractions and experiences so they remain fresh and relevant.' This reflects their commitment to evolving representation.
Disney has acknowledged the problematic portrayal in the 1953 animated film, noting, 'The film portrays Native people in a stereotypical manner that reflects neither the diversity of Native peoples nor their authentic cultural traditions.'
The 2023 live-action adaptation, 'Peter Pan & Wendy,' aimed to improve representation by expanding Tiger Lily’s role and hiring Indigenous actress Yara Shahidi for the part.
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