Ray the Firefly: How a Simple Bug Became the Heart of *The Princess and the Frog*
Set against the vibrant backdrop of New Orleans and the mystical Louisiana bayou, Disney’s *The Princess and the Frog* marked a significant milestone as the studio’s return to hand-drawn animation and their first portrayal of an African-American princess. While Princess Tiana’s ambition and Prince Naveen’s transformation are central to the plot, a seemingly minor character,…