Tangled: Before Ever After (2017)

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Rapunzel grapples with the responsibilities of being a princess and the overprotective ways of her father. While she wholeheartedly loves Eugene, Rapunzel does not share his immediate desire to get married and settle down within the castle walls. Determined to live life on her own terms, she and her tough-as-nails Lady-in-Waiting Cassandra embark on a secret adventure where they encounter mystical rocks that magically cause Rapunzel's long blonde hair to grow back. Impossible to break and difficult to hide, Rapunzel must learn to embrace her hair and all that it represents.

Set-Up And Introduction
"Tangled: Before Ever After" is a 2017 animated tv special, functioning as a follow up to the 2010 film "Tangled" and a prelude to the series "Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure". The film is produced by Disney Television Animation and premiered on Disney Channel. The story concentrates on Rapunzel's (voiced by Mandy Moore) battle with her royal obligations and her yearning for flexibility, resulting in the restoration of her long, magical blonde hair.

A Royal Life For Rapunzel
Having actually been conserved from Mother Gothel's tower, Rapunzel is now a princess and about to be crowned as the main princess of Corona. Her fan Flynn Rider, now goes by his original name, Eugene (voiced by Zachary Levi). He proposes marital relationship to her, however Rapunzel, overwhelmed by her new life and responsibilities, answers slightly. She feels restricted by her life within the castle's walls and experiences a longing for her free-spirited, daring days.

Restoration of the Magical Hair
One day Rapunzel joins her lady-in-waiting Cassandra (voiced by Eden Espinosa) for a horse flight beyond the kingdom walls. There, they discover rocks that trigger Rapunzel's blonde hair to grow back, magically long and unbreakable. Bothered by her returned hair, Rapunzel keeps it secret as it conflicts with her impending crowning and potential marriage. Her mysterious, indestructible, and growing hair represent the tension and fear of her royal duty.

Chaos and Resolution
During the crowning, a criminal gang attacks, looking to extract vengeance on King Frederic for increasing Corona's defenses. Cassandra assists Rapunzel utilize her hair to defeat the burglars and conserve their kingdom. Upon the king's insistence of security, Rapunzel divulges her wonderful hair trick. Though shocked, Frederic lays out a brand-new guideline restricting Rapunzel from leaving without approval, intending to keep her safe from those who might wish to take her powers.

Ramifications for Rapunzel's Future
Ultimately, Rapunzel, aided by Eugene, devises a strategy to continue living her life as the princess while likewise indulging in adventures outside the castle, a choice inspired by her mother, Queen Arianna's advice. She confesses her worries to Eugene and explains she requires to figure out who she should be prior to weding him. Eugene understands and supports her in her mission for independence.

Conclusion
"Tangled: Before Ever After" guides audiences into Rapunzel's next journey while dealing with royal duties, a reignited romance, brand-new risks, and her unexpectedly returned wonderful hair. This adventure prepares for Rapunzel's character development, setting the phase for the subsequent Tangled sequels and series.

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