The Pocahontas Narrative and Disney's Interpretation

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The paper explores the longstanding fascination of Euro-Americans with Native American culture, tracing its roots from early colonization through the rise of the Indian captivity narrative as a popular literary genre. By the 19th century, Native American characters became prominent in theater, and later, in film after the advent of motion pictures. However, the portrayal of these characters has often relied on stereotypes rather than realistic depictions, a trend that persists in contemporary cinema, with few exceptions striving for authenticity.