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Author: Charlotte Dow

Charlotte Dow is a New York-based writer. She can usually be found yelling about the Disney Renaissance to quasi-strangers at parties. She blogs at A Suitcase Full of Pens and tweets at @charlotteatepie.
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Why Fans of ‘Frozen’ Should Check Out ‘White Snake’

July 29, 2019August 25, 2019 Charlotte DowComments Off on Why Fans of ‘Frozen’ Should Check Out ‘White Snake’

But the source material for the film, which premiered at Fantastia 2019, happens to predate the Disney blockbuster’s by roughly two centuries.

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An Urgent Question About ‘FernGully’

July 2, 2019March 21, 2020 Charlotte DowComments Off on An Urgent Question About ‘FernGully’

IS IT STILL GOOD!?

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Princess Carolyn Has Been a Textbook Codependent All Along

September 14, 2018May 8, 2019 Charlotte DowComments Off on Princess Carolyn Has Been a Textbook Codependent All Along

No, she’s not just a really good manager.

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The Kids From ‘We’re Back’ Are Now on OkCupid

August 24, 2018May 8, 2019 Charlotte DowComments Off on The Kids From ‘We’re Back’ Are Now on OkCupid

Twenty-five years after their dinosaur adventure, Louie and Cecilia are looking for love just like the rest of us.

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How a Cartoon Corgi Hooked Me on ‘Cowboy Bebop’

April 3, 2018May 9, 2019 Charlotte DowComments Off on How a Cartoon Corgi Hooked Me on ‘Cowboy Bebop’

“Stray Dog Strut” is for all you dog-lovers out there.

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For the Last Time, Anastasia Is Not a Disney Film

November 14, 2017March 13, 2020 Charlotte DowComments Off on For the Last Time, Anastasia Is Not a Disney Film

I’ve defended the Don Bluth classic’s spot outside of the House of Mouse for 20 years—and I’m still doing it.

EDITORS PICKS

Jake Monaco on the Musical Magic of “Forky Asks a Question”

By Marley Crusch

The composer on his work, process, and taste in memes.

The Top 10 Authors in Animation

By Deirdre Coyle

Pixelated scribes have blessed us with their wisdom across form and genre, from academia to political activism to erotica. Here are ten favorites, ranked.

These ACLU Cartoons Offer Practical Advice for Those Targeted by ICE

By Eric Vilas-Boas

The “We Have Rights” series is as vital as anything these days.

90 Years of Silly Symphony

By John Maher

These nonagenarian cinematic shorts remain the Walt Disney Company's most cutting-edge contributions to animation.

It’s Two-Face’s Supreme Court Now. Go Watch ‘Trial’

By John Maher

Or maybe the Joker’s. Whatever, it’s not a perfect analogue. Sue me. (Don’t ask Harvey Dent to prosecute.) Just go watch “Trial.”

Could a Northern Water Tribe Capital City Exist In Real Life?

By John Maher

Today’s important question is brought to you by a very dumb study. Also: Welcome to Waterbending Week!

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The Best (and Worst) Neon Genesis Evangelion Theme Song Covers

By Eric Vilas-Boas

Yes, there are too many.

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Here’s What All the Episode Titles of ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Mean

By The Dot and Line

From styles of music to classic rock songs, here’s every session’s reference, explained.

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