continues to create live-action versions of his iconic animations. “The Lion King”, “Alice in Wonderland”, “Beauty and the Beast” or “” will be joined by, among others, “Peter Pan and Wendy” and “Snow White”. It was the last production that caused a lot of emotions long before the planned premiere. Now the son of the director of the original has spoken about the idea of a live-action remake of the iconic Disney animation. He spared no harsh words.
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The acting “Sniezka” is already causing controversy. The actress added fuel to the fire
The first controversies around the acting “Śnieżka” appeared during the announcement of who was cast in the main role. Not everyone liked Rachel Zegler as the titular Snow White. It should be noted, however, that fans also criticize the idea of creating live-action versions and introducing many modifications to already beloved stories. Some time ago, Zegler herself added fuel to the fire. that the 1937 production is “extremely dated”, especially in terms of the way the women are portrayed, and that the prince is a “stalker”. She also revealed that the story in the new version will be different from the one known from the animation and the fairy tale of the Brothers Grimm. Snow White will not be saved by the prince. Nor will she “dream about true love.” This did not sit well with conservative fans in particular.
The son of the director of “Snow White” criticizes the changes in the acting version. “It’s a disgrace”
91-year-old David Hand, son of the director of the original 1937 animation, commented on the live-action version in an interview with “”. He also referred to Rachel Zegler’s allegations. The cartoonist, who worked for Disney in the 90s, does not have the best opinion about the upcoming production. He stated that younger viewers “have no idea what they’re talking about” and had never seen the original animation. He also doesn’t like the changes that are about to be made to the known story. – I absolutely disagree with them. I know my dad would be against it as well. He described the criticism leveled at the pre-war animated film as “pathetic”.
The 91-year-old is also not a supporter of Disney’s strategy and the creation of further live-action versions and remakes. “It’s a disgrace that Disney is trying to make something new out of something that was once so successful,” he said. “I’m afraid of what they’re going to do,” he added, finding the whole concept of modifying and altering classic Disney stories offensive. “They have no respect for what Disney and my dad did. I think Walt and his father are turning in their graves.
Source: Gazeta
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