I’ll go more into lessons we can learn from Raya and the Last Dragon after you’ve all seen the movie. A Good Lesson for both Children and Adults © 2021 Disney. That’s a message I can completely get behind and one I feel is so needed right now. I also loved the idea of people coming together, celebrating our differences and embracing one another. We’ve talked a lot about why representation matters here, so this was a big win for Disney in my book. I can only imagine how it feels for people who really see themselves in these characters.įrom prayer rituals, respectful bows, food and fighting, there was a lot of beauty to take in.
Set in a fantasy world inspired by Southeast Asia, the faces and skin tones of the different tribes are strikingly beautiful. The vibrant colors of the people and the lands that make up Kumandra are what stole my heart right away. Beautiful Culture and Diversity © 2021 Disney. So much so he calls it his new favorite Disney movie.
Though Raya is most definitely the newest Disney Princess, my 7-year-old son who profusely professes how “princesses are gross”, loved this one. I loved the variety of cast and characters that left us all feeling like we had a handful of favorites. Even some you consider villains, but even they have reasons for their actions that make you feel for them. What may surprise you is your pull to love other characters you meet along the way. Then of course Sisu, the last dragon steals the show with her vibrance inside and out. Who feels more like a down to earth lovable dad than a big intimidating chief. Obviously Raya, who we get to see as a young girl, and her father, Chief Benja. Right out of the gate there are characters to fall in love with. Captivating and Dynamic Characters © 2021 Disney. Perhaps you’re debating seeing it on the big screen or in the comfort of your own home. I’ll also address the question of Raya and the Last Dragon being scary for little kids. I’m going to start by sharing a handful of reasons we loved the movie, and then why we didn’t.