In the case of 'Snow White', the original has a message about good triumphing over evil. But an alternate ending where the queen reforms herself and Snow White forgives her changes the message. It now emphasizes the power of forgiveness and redemption. It makes the story less about a simple battle between good and evil and more about the possibility of change and growth in people, even those who seem irredeemable at first.
For the story of 'Pinocchio', the normal ending is about him becoming a real boy after proving his honesty. But if there was an alternate ending where he remained a wooden boy but was still loved and accepted by everyone, the message would shift. It would be about acceptance regardless of differences. It would tell us that we don't have to conform to a certain standard to be worthy of love and belonging.
If the alternate ending is more positive, like the characters achieving victory over the bad guys, it can change the message from one of despair in the face of overwhelming odds to one of hope and the power of unity. It shows that even in the darkest of times, people can come together and make a difference.
If the alternate ending is more positive, like Carrie using her powers for good, it can change the message from one of despair and the consequences of bullying to one of hope and redemption. It shows that even those who have been deeply wronged can rise above it and use their 'curse' as a 'blessing'.
If the Phantom is accepted by the public in an alternate ending, it would change the message to be about acceptance and the ability of society to look past physical differences. It would suggest that talent and a good heart can overcome prejudice, and that everyone has the potential to be part of a community if given the chance.
In some fanfictions, if Harry doesn't defeat Voldemort through violence but rather through peaceful means like negotiation or magic - sharing, the theme of 'power through love and sacrifice' can change to 'power through understanding and unity'.
In the case of a new time - controlling hero emerging, it would introduce a whole new element to the story. The story would no longer be just about the existing heroes and Timetagger. It would expand the Miraculous universe by showing that there are other powerful forces out there. The new hero could bring new powers, new rules, and new storylines that could potentially lead to spin - offs or new arcs in the Miraculous franchise.
The opening creates expectations and curiosity. The ending fulfills or subverts those expectations. If they work well together, the story feels coherent and meaningful.
If the alternate ending was a happy one where everyone was cured, the overall tone would change from dark and apocalyptic to hopeful and optimistic. It would be a complete shift from the sense of doom that pervades the original story.
The ending completes the overall narrative by resolving some of the main conflicts. It gives a final shape to the story.
The ending of 'The Meyerowitz Stories' ties up the narrative neatly. It gives a sense of closure to the family's numerous issues. All the character arcs are somewhat resolved, which makes the overall story feel complete.
In 'Meyerowitz Stories', the ending is crucial to the overall message. The movie explores themes of family, art, and identity. By the end, as the family members reach new understandings with each other, it highlights that family is not just about blood relations but also about shared experiences and the ability to forgive and move forward. The ending shows that no matter how difficult family situations can be, there is always the potential for positive change. It's like the final piece of the puzzle that brings together all the ideas about family, love, and personal growth that the movie has been exploring.