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"In Southeast Asia, there's a great tradition of female leaders, military leaders, and warriors," Lim said during the press event. "In Malaysia, in particular, we have the warrior Tun Fatimah, and stories of Naga Tasik Chini, the dragon of Chini Lake. So [Raya is inspired by] a lot of cultures in Southeast Asia."
Added Raya writer Nguyen, "In Vietnamese culture, there's this really famous story of the Trung sisters, who were these famous Vietnamese warriors that I definitely thought of. Without a doubt, I think Adele and I drew inspiration from our parents, specifically my mom for me, because I know what she had to go through when she came to this country, and to have that kind of fighting spirit. It was important for us to show the real spirit of Southeast Asia and the kind of energy that our people have that you don't always get to see on screen."
It's a perspective that the filmmakers hope resonates with viewers and gives a certain demographic a new idol to look up to.
"A lot of people are super-excited about Raya being Disney's first Southeast Asian princess, but for me personally, it is such a big deal for her to be my kids' new favorite superhero," said Nguyen. "It's something that I didn't get to see growing up, someone that really represented me, our voice, our culture. And to be able to have that for my children is an amazing moment."
Lim then shared, "Growing up in Southeast Asia, we're very proud of our culture and our history, but you don't really ever see it on the Hollywood big screen. I had lots of action heroes growing up, but it was like Hong Kong action kung fu. And now, the idea to be part of a Disney movie that really can celebrate everything that's beautiful about our culture and how strong our women are is great. I feel that it's so much of the spirit of a lot of the women I grew up with."
Read More: https://www.looper.com/319855/why-raya-from-raya-and-the-last-dragon-is-a-different-kind-of-disney-princess/?utm_campaign=clip
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