The Panda Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 15 minutes ago, filmlover said: Dinklage is not at all wrong about how the dwarfs have been used for stereotypical purposes in previous adaptations of the story (Snow White & the Huntsman faced controversy when it came out nearly a decade ago for using famous actors and digitally shrinking them as opposed to casting actual dwarf-sized actors), including the Disney cartoon, on top of Hollywood's often unfortunate treatment of dwarf-sized actors in the past. But it's silly to go after a movie that hasn't even shot a single frame of footage yet, especially when he doesn't know anything more about the direction Disney is taking with this than we do. And so far it seems like this is going to be a very different interpretation of the story from the cartoon since every piece of info released indicates they're looking to soften up the more "problematic" elements of the original fairy tale upon which it was based (they just announced the other week that the Inheritance dude is playing a new character that will serve as the male lead and not the prince, presumably so they can avoid the whole "true love's kiss while she's unconscious" stuff). On the contrary, if the source material is problematic then raising awareness about why when it’s still possible for them to make changes seems more effective than criticizing post-release. His comments at least provoked a response. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hades Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 3 hours ago, Fox20 said: I wish Disney did not answer shit and just do their thing, they just gave Peter comment more attention that what he got with his comment, it even trended because of that. What did people expect as answer? "yes, we are going to stop adapting these iconic old stories that make so much money because it may or not may have some someone offended not matter what"? The line between fiction and reality is really broken. This film will be lucky to make half of live action Dumbo numbers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidey Freak Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 If you are an actor with dwarfism then the only job opportunities are Snow White adaptations, a Munckin/Oompa Loompa or some freak show shit. I'm glad that Dinklage is no longer having it. The fact that he has won more opportunities and is using his clout to make life easier and more dignified for other actors of dwarfism makes his gesture even more selfless and commendable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meridan Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 I find it amazing that people have decided that Peter Dinklage speaks for all people of his stature. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoxOfficeFangrl Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 Any old source material can be problematic, it's just a matter of how you adapt newer versions. Black Panther the movie renamed/revamped M'Baku from the original comics, and there wasn't a big controversy when the movie came out. This version of Snow White hasn't even started filming yet and has anyone seen a script? The "Seven Dwarfs" in this version could be a family instead of seven dudes, people with proper names, different jobs, well-rounded character development, some dialogue about respectful treatment - we have no idea. Even before Dinklage said anything, I doubt Disney was planning to roll out Sleepy, Doc, et al, without some consideration that it's the 2020s and this movie will have to endure intense scrutiny over the story elements. On the other hand, the depiction of dwarfism (real or imagined) in entertainment through the years has been pretty stereotypical and frequently insulting overall, "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" in particular has undoubtedly led to a lot of "jokes" and bullying for people of short stature in real life. It's not that shocking if Peter Dinklage just wants the property of Snow White to be launched into the sun and never see any version of it again. That doesn't mean everyone with dwarfism feels the same way, or that Disney had been planning for this new version to depict a bunch of offensive tropes until just now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmlover Posted January 26, 2022 Share Posted January 26, 2022 1 hour ago, meridan said: I find it amazing that people have decided that Peter Dinklage speaks for all people of his stature. I mean, how many dwarf-sized actors are there that carry the level of industry respect and instant name recognition that he has achieved? It's no surprise that his comments managed to attract a lot more attention than they would have coming from anyone else. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meridan Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 On 1/26/2022 at 3:14 PM, filmlover said: I mean, how many dwarf-sized actors are there that carry the level of industry respect and instant name recognition that he has achieved? It's no surprise that his comments managed to attract a lot more attention than they would have coming from anyone else. When you're at the top, kick the ladder. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10449549/Dwarf-actors-slam-Peter-Dinklage-canceling-seven-dwarves.html 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MG10 Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 I have a great idea to solve all the problems, they should choose Mimie Mathy (French actress) for the role of Snow White and then have 7 dudes 190 cm (6.2 feet) tall for the roles of the seven dwarfs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Panda Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 On 1/26/2022 at 12:48 PM, meridan said: I find it amazing that people have decided that Peter Dinklage speaks for all people of his stature. If you’re going to make a rude pun, at least be more creative than stealing one from Shrek. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YM! Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 On 1/26/2022 at 12:48 PM, meridan said: I find it amazing that people have decided that Peter Dinklage speaks for all people of his stature. 2 hours ago, meridan said: When you're at the top, kick the ladder. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10449549/Dwarf-actors-slam-Peter-Dinklage-canceling-seven-dwarves.html Here, let me clue you in on something that you obviously can’t comprehend. Yes, no one person can represent for their entire background and yes, people from the same background can have differing viewpoints on what’s okay and what’s not, BUT just because one person from said background doesn’t bother them, mean that invalidates why it’s offensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox20 Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 (edited) Peter not only "expressed" and unbased opinion, he pretty much denied 7 people the chance to star in a big movie, just because he can take any role he wants at this point. Both Shang Chi and Black Panther had offensive sterotype, that did not make it to the movies, the only missfire has been Mulan. Hell Encanto was getting backlash from the trailers, now it's completely gone. Edited January 30, 2022 by Fox20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnack Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 34 minutes ago, Fox20 said: Peter not only "expressed" and unbased opinion, he pretty much denied 7 people the chance to star in a big movie, just because he can take any role he wants at this point. Not sure what that mean, if they do not cancel the project, there will be 7 roles played by 7 person no ? Hard to see them doing it without those roles, specially with the spotlight put on them and being a Disney version that would not go far from it like the Stewart/Hemsowrth/Theron one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meridan Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 5 hours ago, The Panda said: If you’re going to make a rude pun, at least be more creative than stealing one from Shrek. I don't even know what this means. I have never seen Shrek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BestPicturePlutoNash Posted March 8, 2022 Share Posted March 8, 2022 Zegler has certainly claimed the title of most annoying social media 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Eric is Anxious Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 Quote Gadot is currently in London filming the live-action Disney film Snow White, where she is playing The Evil Queen. When I asked Gadot how her filming experience has been going so far, she answered with a playfully sinister voice, “I love it (laughs)! It’s fun, I get to do something different. I get to sing and I get to dance and I get to play the villain, which is something that I’ve never done before - and it’s the first Disney villain ever. I really enjoy working with all people involved, with Marc Webb [directing] and Marc Platt producing and Disney, of course, [actress] Rachel Zegler. It’s just a great experience and I really, really enjoy it and The Evil Queen is very evil, so it’s going to be interesting.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spidey Freak Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 16 hours ago, Eric is a furry said: LMAO this image Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Napoleon Posted April 19, 2022 Share Posted April 19, 2022 Is this a musical? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudalb Posted April 20, 2022 Share Posted April 20, 2022 4 hours ago, Napoleon said: Is this a musical? Yes, given the original animated film was, with a couple of very famous songs to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
