The document discusses the phenomenon of "Disneyfication", where folktales and fairytales are adapted into visual media like films by Disney. These original stories often contained dark themes of death, torture, and sexuality that did not always end happily. However, Disney removes these darker elements, creating safer but less accurate versions. The piece analyzes how Disney altered stories like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and The Little Mermaid compared to the original folktales. It explores the implications of removing the grim realities from fairytales to create controlled entertainment.