It looks like Disney’s latest reboot, “Snow White,” is struggling to captivate audiences. The modern take on the beloved 1937 classic, featuring stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, seems to have faltered at the box office. Despite a hefty budget of over $270 million, the film managed to rake in only $87.3 million globally during its opening weekend, including a mere $43 million in the U.S.

The new “Snow White” appears to have missed the mark in several key markets, including mainland China, where it didn’t even crack the top five films and earned under $1 million. Several elements contributed to its lukewarm reception, such as reimagined Seven Dwarfs as “magical creatures” and some controversial comments made by Zegler and Gadot before the film’s release. Negative reviews didn’t help either, with one critic calling it a “painfully muddle-headed affair” and highlighting that its attempts to be inoffensive somehow offended everyone instead.

Social media buzz paints a dire picture: several posts showed nearly empty theaters, even during prime slots. One cinema-goer reported that just one person bought tickets for an opening night IMAX showing, while others shared videos of rows of empty seats. The film also drew applause and criticism for its modern twists, such as omitting the iconic song “Someday My Prince Will Come,” creating a divided audience response.

While some viewers appreciated the updated narrative, others felt changes were unnecessary and the inclusion of CGI dwarfs was a missed opportunity for real actors. Director and production choices have sparked conversations, highlighting the challenge Disney faces in balancing nostalgic elements with modern sensibilities. With upcoming live-action adaptations on the horizon like “Moana” and “Tangled,” the performance of “Snow White” might signal the need for a strategic rethink.

Join the discussion! What do you think about the new “Snow White”? Do you support the changes or prefer the classic essence of the original? Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s get the conversation rolling.

Source: [Alesia Fiddler](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tv/article-14530255/Snow-White-disney-reboot-cinema-flop.html)