Exploring the Flaws in Snow White’s Modern Feminist Narrative

One of the most significant shifts in Disney’s Snow White remake is its attempt to inject modern feminist themes into the character’s narrative. While it’s important to create strong female characters, this shift often feels out of place in the context of Snow White. The original Snow White was innocent, kind-hearted, and not focused on personal empowerment, but rather on surviving the dangers of her world with grace. By rewriting Snow White as a more modern, self-sufficient character, Disney risked losing the essence of what made her so beloved. The feminist lens through which Snow White is reimagined in the remake focuses on agency, independence, and defiance against traditional roles. While these are all important themes, they don’t align with the more traditional, passive Snow White, whose kindness and purity were her strengths. This clash between modern feminist ideals and the story’s original character dynamics created a jarring experience for audiences. Instead of modernizing Snow White to fit today’s standards, Disney could have embraced her original traits while subtly weaving in themes of empowerment without disrupting the essence of the character. In doing so, the film could have appealed to a broader audience while still staying true to the story’s core message.