‘Snow White’ Hits Theaters This March
By: Julia Begossi
Disney’s upcoming Snow White, set to premiere in theaters on March 21, 2025, should be a momentous event for the studio. After all, it’s a live-action remake of their very first animated classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937).
But in a sea of endless reboots, controversial casting, and the company’s stubborn reliance on nostalgia bait, this latest release begs the question: does anyone even want this movie?
Another Remake No One Asked For
Let’s be honest—Disney has developed a bad habit of rehashing old content instead of taking creative risks. With recent live-action reboots (The Little Mermaid, Pinocchio, and Peter Pan & Wendy) receiving mixed to outright negative responses, audiences seem fatigued. The magic of classic Disney is rooted in innovation, yet Snow White looks like yet another attempt to capitalize on nostalgia.
Rachel Zegler stars as the princess, a choice that sparked backlash from the start due to both her dismissive comments about the original film in 2022 and her perceived “lack of star power.”
Meanwhile, Gal Gadot takes on the role of the Evil Queen, a decision that feels like an uninspired studio attempt to inject big-name recognition into the project. But for a villain meant to embody elegance and menace, Gadot’s casting has left many scratching their heads.
Political Tension and a brewing PR Nightmare
If the casting wasn’t already raising eyebrows, the off-screen dynamic between its two leads adds another layer of controversy. Gadot has been outspoken in her support for Israel, while Zegler has shared pro-Palestine sentiments.
In an era where audiences are more socially and politically aware, this stark divide has fueled awkward press moments and has the potential to overshadow the film itself.
Beyond that, the decision to take on Snow White in today’s climate is questionable at best. The story’s original portrayal of dwarfs—something already altered in this remake—brings about sensitivities regarding disability representation, Disney’s approach to this aspect has been vague, only adding to the uncertainty surrounding the film’s reception.
Is It Worth Watching?
With little excitement from audiences, potential political PR disasters, and questionable casting, Snow White is shaping up to be another forgettable attempt in Disney’s never-ending remake cycle.
Unless Disney manages to pull off a miracle, it seems this film will go the way of Dumbo (2019)—quickly released and quickly forgotten.
Julia Begossi is a second-year Media Production, Management, and Technology student at the University of Florida. As a media coordinator for Rowdy Magazine, she’s powered by chai lattes and is intensely competitive when it comes to Pinterest boards.
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