Aladdin almost had a different look
The protagonist of Aladdin (1992) underwent significant changes before gaining his final look. At the beginning of production, Disney animators created the character with a more youthful style and features inspired by actor Michael J. Fox, famous at the time for Back to the Future. The idea was to present Aladdin as an ordinary and clumsy young man, but the team realized that this did not convey the necessary charm for the character.
To make him more mature and charismatic, the animators decided to redesign him, this time taking inspiration from the star Tom Cruise. The goal was to give Aladdin a more confident and attractive appearance, making his relationship with Jasmine more engaging and convincing. The change was a success, helping to transform Aladdin into one of the most memorable heroes of Disney animations.
This change also influenced his personality. While the first version was more naive, the final Aladdin became smarter and more charismatic, characteristics that became essential to his story and his growth throughout the film.
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