As an avid fan of the original Shrek movies, their latest design shift has sparked both disappointment and concern within me. Despite Puss in Boots retaining his original charm, the rest of the beloved cast has been redesigned in a manner that leans heavily towards cartoonish aesthetics and kid-centric content. The essence of the original Shrek was its universal appeal, an aspect that seems compromised with this new design approach. What was once a film series enjoyed immensely by kids and adults alike has now taken a turn towards being largely kid-exclusive, echoing starkly homogeneous Disney-like animations.

For reference, the first Shrek film won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature in 2001, demonstrating its widespread approval and successful balance between child-friendly humor and mature themes. The unique duality garnered it a box office gross of $484.4 million, a feat it would not have achieved without the support of a multi-generational audience.

In light of this, we call upon the creators and animators behind the new Shrek movie to revert to the original character models. This would not only keep the spirit of the original movies intact, but would also ensure an inclusive viewer demographic that transcends age bracket limitations. Your signature can help us preserve the classics that we cherished while growing up and pass on their charm to future generations in their authentic form. Please sign this petition to uphold and celebrate the universal appeal that the original Shrek movies skillfully represented.