Disney’s latest attempt to reimagine a beloved classic, *Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs*, has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with audiences rejecting the film’s politically correct makeover. The trailer for the 2025 release has become a flashpoint for criticism, as the entertainment giant struggles to navigate the rocky waters of woke culture.
Since the film’s details began emerging last year, Disney has faced intense backlash for what many see as a pandering and unnecessary overhaul of a cherished story. The recently released trailer, which has racked up over 7 million views on YouTube, is being met with overwhelming disapproval. As of now, the trailer boasts a mere 73,000 likes but has been slammed with roughly 900,000 dislikes—a stark indicator of public sentiment.
The discontent stems from several controversial decisions surrounding the remake. Rachel Zegler, cast as the new Snow White, sparked outrage with her disparaging comments about the original 1937 film, calling it sexist and outdated. Zegler, who seems more focused on rewriting history than respecting it, promised that her version of Snow White would be a “corrected” version, with no need for a Prince Charming to “stalk” her—a clear jab at the original’s innocent romance.
As John Nolte of Breitbart News aptly put it, “Part of the disgust undoubtedly has to do with all the controversy around the movie. Instead of promoting her movie, Snow White’s star, the insufferable Rachel Zegler, spent most of her time attacking the original, beloved 1937 classic as sexist and dated. Little Miss Smug assured everyone her Snow White would be empowered and improved and would correct everything ‘wrong’ with the original.”
But the controversy doesn’t stop there. Disney’s decision to cave to actor Peter Dinklage’s complaints about casting dwarfs to play the Seven Dwarfs has only fueled the fire. Dinklage, a dwarf himself, publicly criticized the company for perpetuating what he saw as outdated stereotypes. In response, Disney opted to use CGI to create the characters, rather than hire actors with dwarfism. Nolte didn’t mince words on the matter, pointing out that Dinklage’s comments seem more about protecting his own career than genuine concern. “On top of being a very good actor, Peter’s pretty slick. There is nothing wrong with casting dwarfs as dwarfs. He knows that,” Nolte remarked. “So the cunning actor employed a little sensitivity fascism to ensure no other little people would break out in Snow White and then compete with him for roles.”
The American Tribune reported last year that the film’s release was delayed due to the backlash, with insiders revealing that Disney is in damage control mode. “Disney had to delay *Snow White* because they have spent so much money on it, and if it is a financial disaster at the box office, it might single-handedly cripple future remakes and potential *Snow White* sequels that they have planned,” an insider said. This delay underscores the precarious position Disney finds itself in, as it grapples with the consequences of alienating its core audience.
The insider added that Disney is now trying to course-correct, realizing that they may have overstepped in their efforts to modernize the film. “They just need some time to figure it all out—plus we are still dealing with the strikes. It is a perfect storm right now, but they are embracing change and anticipate it all to work out and exceed expectations,” the source noted.
As Disney struggles to appease critics while staying true to its original fanbase, the fate of *Snow White* remains uncertain. What’s clear, however, is that audiences are tired of Hollywood’s relentless push to remake classics with a woke agenda. Whether Disney will learn from this backlash or continue down the same path remains to be seen.
