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Regarding children’s culture, concerns about the decline of creative storytelling for the next generation rang loud. The shift toward integrating social media, smartphones, and even AI into children’s movies, like the upcoming Shrek 5, raises alarms about the loss of the “timeless” qualities of classic animation. The franchise’s new design, which many critics describe as feminized or less charming, indicates a broader trend where social media gimmicks threaten the enduring appeal of beloved characters.