Topic > Social inequalities in Aladdin - 1181

Aladdin demonstrates that characters wear costumes to present themselves as a certain class in front of society. The symbolic statuses of being rich are wearing clean and luxurious Arab clothes, means of transportation, owning jewelry, and the idea of ​​possessing wealth. Aladdin insists on marrying Jasmine, and for that to happen, Aladdin would have to become a prince. Social mobility allows Aladdin to take advantage of his once in a lifetime opportunity (Genie) to move through the streets of society to rise in social class. Since Aladdin wishes to become "Prince Ali", the trappings of his noble class are presented with much wealth, servitude, and appearance. Aladdin's sudden explosion of wealth and power has changed how society views him. This indicates that Aladdin acquires the appearance of a noble person but in reality his class status has not changed. Aladdin is simply putting on a show for the audience, allowing himself to appear as he is among the owning class. In reality, Aladdin is trapped as an underclass, he must become a thief to survive. The social prestige Aladdin achieved was that of being the hero of Agrabah. The Sultan saw that Aladdin was worthy enough to earn the title of prince. You can see how Aladdin achieved title or status by using his own abilities