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| Created by | Jared Bush Byron Howard |
| Voiced by | Stephanie Beatriz Noemi Josefina Flores[1] (young) |
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| Nationality | Colombian |
Mirabel Madrigal is a fictional character that appears in the Walt Disney Animation Studios' film, Encanto (2021). Created by directors Byron Howard and Jared Bush, Mirabel is depicted as an imperfect, quirky, emotional, and empathetic 15-year-old[2] girl who is the only member of the Madrigal family who does not receive a magical gift. When their "miracle" begins to fade, Mirabel takes it upon herself to save the magic, learning of her familial troubles.
From the outset of the character's development, Mirabel was conceived as the only member of her family without a gift. The film's draft plot depicted her desperately searching for a gift, but the character's motivation was adjusted to a desire to be noticed, which was deemed more relatable for the audience. Mirabel's physical appearance is based on that of tourist guide Alejandra Espinosa Uribe; Mirabel's design began with her skirt, whose extensive embroidery represents her personality. American actress Stephanie Beatriz provides Mirabel's voice; Beatriz first auditioned for the role of Luisa but was deemed perfect for Mirabel.
Her characterization garnered a variety of awards, with critics praising the character as relatable and heartfelt. Beatriz's performance was also lauded as "terrific" and "perfectly cast". Mirabel's relationship with her family has been the subject of discussion among therapists and immigrant groups, who related to the ways in which she deals with generational trauma.
- ^ Oscars (2022). "94th Oscars - Reminder List of Eligible Productions" (PDF). Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. p. 8. Archived (PDF) from the original on March 26, 2022. Retrieved June 13, 2022.
- ^ Shapiro, Michael (December 29, 2021). "Encanto: How Old Is Mirabel". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on December 31, 2021. Retrieved January 9, 2022.