“Cinderella” is a children's tale that we all love and admire. It tells the story of tragedy, love and a happy ending. If you asked a child what "Cinderella" was about, they would most likely tell you about Disney's version of true love and happiness. The original fairy tale was told as a poem, written by Anne Sexton. Unlike Disney, Anne Sexton puts a twist on this classic story and turns it into a dark tragedy. His version of “Cinderella” is a retelling of the Grimm story, not the Disney one. Surprisingly, the two stories are completely different. Anne Sexton is a well-known 20th century writer, still known for many of her poems and short stories. Her poems take a look at the more personal, often feminist side of things. Topics such as depression, turmoil, and even death are often found in his poems. Cinderella, as Sexton tells it, involves all three of these things. The Disney version, on the other hand, modernizes the original Grimm fairy tale and turns it into a romantic and charming fairy tale. The poem "Cinderella" by Anne Sexton begins with several scenarios about people who go from being unlucky and poor to being extremely lucky and wealthy later in their lives. After her mother's death, Cinderella is assigned as a housewife by her evil stepmother and stepsisters. Her sisters receive many gifts and luxurious things, while Cinderella receives a sprig and nothing else from her father. Cinderella places the twig on her mother's grave and from there it grows into a magical tree. After doing so, the dove provides her with everything she desires. The Prince's ball lasts three days and the dove provides Cinderella with all the items needed to attend the ball. The last night of the d......middle of paper......en more unrealistic. The Disney version tells a sappy, hopeless romantic "Cinderella" story and a "happily ever after." Poetry and story have two completely different meanings and for good reason. Anne Sexton incorporates her thoughts on stereotypes and feminism into her poetry and also places a writing style that could be considered creepy and dark in fourth place. Disney, on the other hand, turns the dark fairy tale into a tale full of magic and true love. When I think of “Cinderella,” my mind automatically thinks of the Disney interpretation. I grew up reading this and honestly never knew there was an original one out there. After reading both versions of “Cinderella,” I can see the deeper meaning behind each. Anne Sexton tells a story of her life and struggles, while Disney's tale is more of a pleasure and a way to escape the reality of our world.