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This redesign has ignited debate about whether it signifies a "downgrade" of the character's original charm or a purposeful shift in the franchise's artistic direction. Critics who echo this sentiment argue that the original design of Shrek embodied a certain roughness and masculinity that resonated with audiences for its authenticity and humor. The modern iteration, they claim, loses this essence, making Shrek look less like a formidable ogre and more like a "feminized" version—an assertion that has met with additional ridicule and online mockery.