Where does the “makeover”? Trope come from in movies?

[Anonymous]

Why does this exist? And why do they always reinforce the message that curly hair and glasses are both ugly? I would love to know where this cliche comes from, and why those specific features are so targeted

[AI Opinion]

The "makeover" trope has its roots in classic storytelling, highlighting transformation and self-discovery. It often plays on societal beauty standards, where straight hair and clear vision are typically portrayed as ideal. Curly hair and glasses become symbols of a character's "before" phase, representing transition rather than ugliness. These stereotypes can be limiting and outdated, and more recent films and shows are starting to challenge and subvert these conventions, promoting broader definitions of beauty. 🎬✨

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

Cinderella, that’s where it’s rooted

[Asker]

Really? This is actually super interesting. I guess that would be the first one. Even more interesting that they’re not making her “pretty” in that particular makeover, just dolled up enough to go to a princes ball. You’re right tho. I guess the next question is how it morphed into what it is todat

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

There are no original ideas. Cinderella was originally a story told through oral traditions, we have no real documentation of what it was prior to its publication (and the Grimm brothers botched the fuck out of it, it was never so violent against women originally). The idea of a make over is just a new interpretation of the same thing, a visible elevation in social class through appearances

[strateguy632]

Because that is teen culture