Today, Explained Snow White and the Seven Controversies
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Mar 21, 2025 Nadira Goffe, a staff writer at Slate with insights on pop culture, dives into the controversies surrounding Disney's live-action adaptation of Snow White. She discusses representation and the portrayal of dwarfs, addressing outdated stereotypes. Goffe examines casting choices that have sparked political debates and how they fit into broader inclusivity discussions. The impact of the original animated classic versus the new take is also explored, highlighting the ongoing tension between tradition and modern values in storytelling.
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Dinklage's Criticism
- Peter Dinklage criticized Disney's portrayal of the seven dwarves as childlike and backward.
- Disney responded by saying they were taking a different approach and consulting with the dwarfism community, but the final result seemed similar to the original.
Casting Controversy
- Rachel Zegler's casting as Snow White sparked controversy due to her Latina heritage.
- Some criticized Disney for prioritizing diversity quotas over faithfulness to the source material.
Zegler's Critique
- Rachel Zegler upset fans by criticizing the original Snow White's portrayal of the prince as a stalker and the dated portrayal of women.
- She admitted to being terrified of the original film as a child and only recently rewatched it.