💔The Noodle Problem💔
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Coco: Noodle's Fading Spotlight
Noodle's character has been sidelined in later Gorillaz phases, with a notable lack of audible dialogue in phase seven. While she appeared prominently in the 'New Gold' music video, the creator suggests this might be partly due to nostalgia bait, as her character's growth into adulthood made her less defined and less engaging for writers and potentially fans compared to her earlier, more energetic persona. The shift from a happy, introspective child to an adult left writers unsure how to develop her personality, leading to her being placed on the back burner.
Coco: The Uncomfortable Gaze on Noodle
The video discusses whether Noodle's characterization is sexist, focusing on the sexualization of her adult form. While the creator doesn't fault the artist Jamie Hewlett for drawing women provocatively, they express discomfort with Noodle wearing 'shortest shorts imaginable,' especially given her history as a child character. A more egregious incident involved a controversial and quickly deleted lore update about Noodle's post-Plastic Beach activities, which was widely criticized as unnecessary and in poor taste. This misuse of her character, combined with other issues, highlights Noodle's potential to be mishandled.
