Disney's 'Snow White' Remake Faces Controversy, Delayed to 2025
Rachel Zegler, playing Snow White, speaks out on the film's changes and expresses excitement despite the controversy.
- Disney's upcoming live-action film, 'Snow White', has been the center of controversy due to changes in the original narrative and casting choices, with Rachel Zegler, of Latin heritage, playing the titular character.
- Zegler has spoken out about the changes, stating that the new adaptation will significantly deviate from the 1937 version, with Snow White aspiring to be a leader rather than yearning for true love.
- Despite the controversy and a recent strike that affected the film's schedule, Zegler confirmed that the film is still in progress, with a one-year delay recently announced by Disney.
- The film, originally set to release in March 2024, has been pushed back to March 2025, with speculation attributing the delay to the recently-ended Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists strikes and the controversy surrounding the production.
- Despite the changes and controversy, Zegler expressed excitement for the film and her role, stating, 'We’ve been working so tirelessly in London to make this beautiful movie! […] and I’m just so excited for everyone to see it!!'