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Unlike fairytales, modem-day situations are not always resolved
with a kiss. Despite the bond developed by Dorothy and her lizard
mah, their love is destroyed by a society unreceptive to such an
alien relationship.
Thus, we are presented with three very different versions o f an
age-old theme. In one, a Beauty finds love with a Beast turnedhuman; in another a futuristic heroine chooses a mechanical
android for personal fulfillment; and in a third, an alien love affair
is destroyed by an unaccepting society.
These modem women welcome their unique partners for what
they are, regardless of the demands o f society, and with their
acceptance comes an interesting statement about modem love. The
heroines have reached a point in their development where they can
shrug off society and live their lives as they see fit.
University o f Nevada, Las Vegas
Juli Barry

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