Disney and the Dialectic of Desire

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The analysis delves into Walt Disney's influence on entertainment and consumer culture through a materialist and psychoanalytic lens. It begins with a classification of narrative fantasy and explores its significance in psychoanalytic theory. The author interprets Disney's animated classics from the "golden era" as reflections of cultural and personal crises, while also examining Disneyland as a symbol of escapism and idealized reality, highlighting its role in shaping modern fantasies.