Why did Anna agree to marry someone she had known for a day?

Frozen (2013)

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Verdict: Explained. 47% of viewers say this is dumb. Top defense: The film makes this its own joke, and other characters call it out. Anna is shown as lonely.

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6.8/ 10(1,200 ratings)

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What happens in this scene

Anna meets Prince Hans at a ball and accepts his proposal the same day. Her sister and, later, Kristoff question the engagement. The film frames the choice as a result of Anna's loneliness.

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tessa_in_the_aisle6/10Oct 24, 2026

Says dumb

The film acknowledges that the engagement is rushed, but it still asks us to believe Anna would agree. Her loneliness helps, but not enough.

harbor_lightsFounding Critic #58Supporter5/10AI rewriteAug 25, 2026

Says explained

The film uses this to set up a lesson about love. Anna's choice is a mistake the story wants to correct.

eagles_were_busy2/10AI rewriteOct 19, 2026

Says explained

It is a cartoon and the song says it all.

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The film makes this its own joke, and other characters call it out. Anna is shown as lonely.
  • DumbScenesStaff9 months ago

    The film makes this its own joke, and other characters call it out. Anna is shown as lonely.

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