The recent trailer for Disney’s live-action remake of “Snow White” received a lot of backlash from Korean viewers, especially with its hatefulness ratio on platforms.
The trailer, released in advance of the movie’s March 21 theatrical opening, has received more than 710,000 dislikes in comparison to about 27,000 likes.
Some have criticized the casting of lead actress Rachel Zegler, developing concern over her previous observations on her character and, in specific, the initial plot of the story.
Some netizens made Zegler’s ethnicity and appearance as a point of criticism against her, too
Social media reaction has been mixed at best, with some viewers expressing frustration with the film’s departure from the characters’ well-established storylines.
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One commenter said, “Where is Snow White as white as snow?” Meanwhile, others commented on alleged holes in the narrative, stating, “There is no reason to kill snow white whatsoever…? The logic is weak.”
Here’s what other K-Netz are saying on Pann Nate:
The controversy resembles that of the previous wave of critical and audience’s responses to Disney’s adapted live-action film “The Little Mermaid.”
Given how lopsided the dislike/like ratio is now, especially for “Snow White” in particular, many lobby that the film might be in a battle much like this one.
Disney’s Snow White is among a still-greater group of live-action remakes, which together are a concerted attempt at making modernity out of early animated feature films.
Critics say that these adaptations try to appeal to modern audiences but do not retain the spirit of the original stories.
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