Snow White Remake Falters Amidst Zegler Controversy

Disney's live-action remake of Snow White has drastically underperformed at the box office with a domestic gross of only $77 million, far below its $250 million budget. The film's reception has been marred by negative reviews and controversy, particularly surrounding lead actress Rachel Zegler, who has faced criticism for her political views and casting as a Latina in a traditionally white role. Public figures like Lily Allen and Miquita Oliver have defended Zegler, arguing that the film's failure cannot solely be attributed to her and highlighting the film's poor CGI and narrative choices. Comparatively, the 2012 film 'Snow White and the Huntsman' was a box office success, grossing $396.6 million worldwide. This poor performance contrasts with other Disney remakes like Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast, which were commercially successful. The criticism and poor box office performance suggest a combination of factors, including audience fatigue with live-action remakes and specific backlash against narrative and casting changes.