An Ode to A GOOFY MOVIE’s Absolute ‘It Girl’ Roxanne

The article praises Roxanne from Disney's A Goofy Movie as a positive subversion of the typical "popular girl" trope often seen in teen movies. Unlike stereotypical popular characters who are often portrayed as mean, shallow, or unattainable (like Regina George or Sharpay Evans), Roxanne is depicted as genuinely kind, sweet, approachable, and intelligent.

The author argues that Roxanne's popularity seems rooted in her niceness, not exclusivity. She shows genuine interest in the awkward protagonist, Max, even before his big public stunt impersonating Powerline. She isn't merely a prize to be won but has her own personality, reacts with understandable disappointment but ultimately forgiveness to Max's lie, and possesses agency.

In essence, the article celebrates Roxanne as a refreshing and more realistic portrayal of a popular high school girl, one who is admired for her kindness and warmth, making her a standout and aspirational character, especially within the context of 90s teen media.

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