Disney’s upcoming live-action remake of Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs has received criticism from the son of the original director, who accused the company of disrespecting classics. David Hand, the son of the late director, criticized Disney for pursuing an insulting and woke remake that seeks to destroy the legacy of the 1937 animation. The new adaptation stars Rachel Zegler as Snow White, and the director’s son claims that both his father and Walt Disney himself would disagree with the direction the remake is taking.
Hand expressed his disappointment with the remake trend that Disney has been following, wherein classic animations are rewritten for today’s audience. He believes that many younger people who have not seen the original film do not understand its significance and mistakenly label it as dated. Hand described the new Snow White adaptation as a whole different concept that lacks the good taste and respect of the original.
The backlash against Disney’s remakes extends beyond Hand’s criticism. Videos have surfaced online of Zegler expressing her dislike for the original film, calling it extremely dated and stating that she hated it. These remarks have further fueled the controversy surrounding the remake.
In response to the outcry over Disney’s remakes, Hand accused the company of radical thinking and expressed concern about the future of other early films. He believes that some of the remakes have strayed so far from the original stories and characters that they no longer resemble the classics they once were. Hand feels that Disney is focusing too much on recreating old movies instead of pursuing new original ideas.
As for the Snow White remake, changes have already been made to the characters. The seven dwarfs have been replaced by magical creatures to avoid reinforcing stereotypes. The film’s title has also been altered to Snow White, removing the reference to the seven companions. Additionally, there are rumors that the classic song Someday My Prince Will Come will not be included in the remake.
However, it is worth noting that not everyone shares Hand’s perspective. Zegler, the actress cast as Snow White, has stated that her character will not be saved by the prince and is portrayed as a fantastic leader. This has generated speculation that the new adaptation won’t follow the classic love story formula.
Disney has yet to comment on the criticism of the Snow White remake. However, the controversy surrounding the film highlights the ongoing debate over the balance between preserving the integrity of beloved classics and updating them for modern audiences.
