Disney's Snow White Live-Action Adaptation Opens to Mixed Reviews and Controversy
Disney's live-action 'Snow White' opened with $43 million, facing controversies about casting and content that overshadowed its debut and received mixed reviews.
'Snow White' opens with a sleepy $43 million at box office
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Overview
Disney's live-action 'Snow White' debuted to a disappointing $43 million, significantly below initial estimates of $48-$58 million. Costing around $270 million to produce, the film faced extensive controversies regarding its diverse casting choices and reimagined characters, leading to polarized audience reactions. While it outperformed some films like 'Black Bag,' it struggled compared to past Disney adaptations, highlighting a potential fatigue over live-action remakes. Critics provided a harsh reception, with a 44% score on Rotten Tomatoes, although audience approval sat at a more favorable 74%. Despite setbacks, analysts suggest the film may see gradual growth in the coming weeks.
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Analysis
- Disney's live-action remake of 'Snow White' opened to $43 million, significantly lower than expectations and previous remakes like 'Dumbo' and 'The Little Mermaid', raising questions about the company's strategy for future films.
- The film has faced backlash due to various controversies, including casting decisions and the reimagining of classic characters, which have likely impacted both its box office performance and critical reception.
- Despite its poor start, industry analysts suggest 'Snow White' may recover in the coming weeks due to a lack of competition in the family movie sector, similar to past successful recoveries.
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Disney's Snow White received mixed reviews, with a 43% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, though audience approval was higher at a 'B+' CinemaScore.
Disney's Snow White debuted with a lower opening than several other recent live-action remakes, such as 'Cinderella' and 'The Lion King'.
With a production budget over $250 million, the lower-than-expected opening may raise concerns about Disney's strategy for live-action remakes.
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