The world of cinema finds itself stirred by the whirlwind of controversy surrounding actress Rachel Zegler’s forthcoming portrayal in a woke performance of Disney’s legendary Snow White. However, what added a distinctive weight to this critique is its origin, emerging from a source deeply embedded in the very inception of the classic Snow White.
None other than the son of the director, David Hand has raised concerns, elevating the discourse surrounding Zegler’s role to a level of significance that resonates with the cherished legacy of Disney.
Disney’s Woke Snow White Remake Is Criticized By The Son Of The Original Film Director
Disney’s recent announcement regarding a woke remake of the classic film Snow White has set ablaze a fervent whirlwind of reactions from both ardent fans and discerning critics.
Amid this noise of opinions, one particularly noteworthy dissenting voice emerged, and it belongs to none other than the son of the original 1937 Snow White film director.
Scheduled for release in 2024, the live-action adaptation of Snow White has already generated its fair share of controversy due to certain unveiled details of the project.
In an interview with The Telegraph, the son of the director expressed his absolute disapproval of the “woke” changes that the remake embodies. He firmly asserted that his father, the late director, would staunchly disapprove of this divergent direction, noting,
“I mean, it’s a whole different concept, and I just totally disagree with it, and I know my dad and Walt would also very much disagree with it.”
Referring to the remake as a “disgrace” for straying so far from the elements that rendered the original movie a success, he further complained,
“There’s no respect for what Disney did and what my dad did… I think Walt and he would be turning in their graves.”
He also expressed concerns about Disney’s increasingly extreme approach, altering established narratives and characters, effectively cutting the essence of the original stories.
As discussions surrounding this remake rage on, it’s abundantly clear that it has sparked a fresh chapter in the ongoing discourse about modernizing beloved classics for today’s audience.
However, this controversy is far from over, especially considering Rachel Zegler’s previous comments about the upcoming Snow White storyline, which have already sparked significant backlash.
Rachel Zegler Sparked Debate With Her Comments on The Snow White Remake
Zegler, best known for her upcoming role in Disney’s contentious Snow White remake, has sparked a fervent debate with her recent statements regarding the project.
While the removal of most dwarf characters was already a source of controversy, the artist’s additional comments have only intensified the discussion.
On social media, Zegler faced criticism for remarks made during her promotion of the film before the SAG-AFTRA strike.
The actress candidly revealed her initial disapproval of the original movie after watching it once, finding its storyline “weird” due to the prince’s perceived stalking behavior. She stated,
“We have a different approach to what I’m sure a lot of people will assume is a love story just because we cast a guy in the movie. It’s really not about the love story at all, which is really, really wonderful.”
These comments have further fueled the ongoing conversation about the remake, which had already garnered criticism for its departure from the original storyline.
The current release date for Snow White in theaters is March 22, 2024.
Source: The Telegraph
