Disney’s live-action Snow White is finally in theaters, but instead of focusing on the film itself, many people are still talking about its lead actress, Rachel Zegler.

Her comments about the original 1937 movie upset a lot of fans, making it harder for audiences to enjoy this new version without thinking about the controversy.

Before the film’s release, Zegler made headlines for calling the original Snow White “weird,” describing the prince as a “stalker,” effectively dismissing the movie that she was quite literally the lead role. She also made it clear that this version would not be about romance but about Snow White becoming a leader.

While Disney wanted to modernize the story, the way Zegler talked about it came off as disdainful of a beloved classic. Many fans felt she was insulting the original rather than celebrating this new adaptation.

Despite all the controversy, Snow White is not a bad movie. The visuals are stunning, the costumes are well-designed, and the new storyline gives Snow White more independence while keeping the fairytale magic. If people could separate the film from Zegler’s comments, they might enjoy it more.

However, that’s easier said than done. When an actor is the face of a movie, their words matter. In this case, Zegler’s attitude toward Snow White has affected how people see the film, whether it’s fair or not.

The question now is whether audiences can look past the controversy and judge Snow White for what it is. Or will her words continue to overshadow the movie’s success?

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