Why is everyone upset about a Disney princess movie? In short, right-wing culture critics take issue with Rachel Zegler and the idea of a Latina Snow White. Gal Gadot’s service in the IDF and her recent pro-Israel stance have sparked anger among pro-Palestine activists, while the Little People community has mixed reactions to both the casting and the film’s existence.
I get where everyone’s coming from, but this whole situation reminds me of the controversy around The Little Mermaid when it was released. It feels like people are extra sensitive these days, when it literally is a fairytale geesh. I’m not entirely sure how to navigate that, but I really enjoyed this reimagined version. Now, let’s dive into the movie and what I liked about it!