Can a dog have pretty privilege? Probably not, but this sassy beagle has a serious case of it.
Snoopy is a character who has been loved for generations. His quick wit, his loving personality, and his cheeky ways all make him an unforgettable character. Recently, I’ve started to notice a trend in which people romanticize Snoopy. Now this is something I am all for; I am the biggest “Peanuts” fan. However, people are starting to mischaracterize this amazing complex character.
Recently, I rewatched the movie “Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (and Don’t Come Back!!).” This movie brought back a lot of past nostalgia, but also reminded me of the true character of Snoopy and his sidekick, Woodstock.
If you go to a store like HomeGoods or TJ Maxx, you always see cute, snuggly merchandise of Snoopy, and although that is part of his personality, this is not who he is at all. Snoopy is someone who is not afraid to chase after what he wants, regardless of the journey it takes to get there. He is very adventurous and will do whatever he wants to do when he wants to. I have always seen Snoopy as what Charlie Brown wanted himself to be.
Now, this mischaracterization may not seem like a big deal, but this is something that matters very much to me.
When discussing this topic with my friends, one of them mentioned that Snoopy and Garfield have exactly the same personality. Maybe not regarding lasagna intake, but almost completely similar in a personality way. This made me start to think: Is the only reason people start to romanticize the bratty sense of Snoopy because he is cute?
Yes. Yes, it is.
When I began to think about it, I was upset about the intense misconception of one of my favorite cartoon characters. But really, it’s so awesome that people can see a side of a character that displays so much love for people (even if it is not a full representation).
Overall, Snoopy is a comfort character, not only for me but for millions of others in the “Peanuts” community. As much as I love his caring side, his witty, bratty side will always be my favorite. You shouldn’t only pay attention to the “good” parts of a character. The complexity is the most relatable and influential part of a character.
