It&#x27;s a little self-limiting in the end, at least. The more Disney throws recycled characters in our face as part of a bland franchise-entertainment product, the more compelling real original work will become, and the more likely they are to ruin the childhood magic.<p>I also find hope in recent developments overseas, and anticipate the impact of works such as <i>Puella Magi Madoka Magica</i> on the future of children&#x27;s television here in the US as well.