Disney's 'Snow White' Remake Faces Divided Early Reviews and Cultural Tensions
The live-action adaptation, releasing March 21, draws praise for Rachel Zegler's performance but criticism over CGI dwarfs and significant story changes.
- Rachel Zegler's casting as Snow White has been a focal point of controversy, with backlash over her ethnicity and comments on the original 1937 film.
- The film modernizes the classic tale, emphasizing Snow White's leadership journey and removing the traditional Prince Charming character.
- Disney replaced the seven dwarfs with CGI 'magical creatures,' a decision criticized by actor Peter Dinklage and others for its execution.
- Speculation of tension between co-stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot has arisen due to their differing political views, particularly on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
- Early reviews highlight Zegler's strong performance and new musical numbers but criticize the CGI dwarfs and some creative choices, leading to mixed reception.
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