At first glance, the partnership between Disney and acclaimed writer Vince Gilligan for a new take on ‘Jack and The Beanstalk’ might seem unusual. However, a closer examination reveals intriguing parallels between Jack and Gilligan’s famous character, Walter White.
1. Poor Choices Abound
Both Jack and Walter are defined by their questionable decisions. Walter White, faced with a terminal cancer diagnosis, refuses a well-paying job with benefits from his old friend, opting instead to enter the dangerous world of meth production. Jack, on the other hand, lacks Walter’s pride and trades away a healthy milking cow for mere magic beans.
2. Criminal Paths
While Walter descends into the depths of crime by making meth, Jack initiates his own brand of thievery. The tale often paints Jack as a hero defeating a menacing giant, but it’s Jack who instigates chaos by stealing gold from the giant’s wife after begging for breakfast. His initial act of gratitude quickly devolves into theft.
3. Escalating Felonious Behavior
Walter’s descent into crime is rapid; within the first episode of Breaking Bad, he’s already producing illegal substances and committing murder. Jack’s journey is slower, but eventually leads him back up the beanstalk to steal a hen that lays golden eggs and a harp that resists leaving its master.
4. Wealth Through Crime
Walter transitions from a humble high school teacher to an affluent drug dealer, amassing millions along the way. Jack ultimately benefits from his misdeeds as well, living a prosperous life filled with riches from his stolen treasures, culminating in a fairy tale ending with a princess bride. However, unlike Jack, Walter’s story has a dark conclusion.
While we often envision a charming version of Jack, like the 1947 rendition featuring Mickey Mouse, the darker nuances of the original tale could resonate well with modern audiences. Vince Gilligan might just be the perfect storyteller to explore the underlying themes of this classic narrative.
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In summary, the collaboration between Disney and Vince Gilligan on ‘Jack and The Beanstalk’ promises a fresh, darker retelling of the classic fairy tale, highlighting the complexities of its characters and their decisions.