Once upon a time, in the mystical kingdom of Hollywood, a tale as old as, well… 1937, was dusted off and given a fresh coat of CGI. Snow White (2025) reimagines the classic Disney princess tale, keeping the core elements—an evil queen, a poisoned apple, a prince, and of course, a Snow White—but with modernized visuals, a musical facelift, and some… questionable choices. Is it a happily-ever-after or a missed opportunity? Let’s dive in.
First, let’s give credit where it’s due—Rachel Zegler absolutely embodied Snow White. She was enchanting, delicate, and brought an innocence that felt just right. Vocally? She slayed. If you came for the singing, you’ll leave satisfied.
Then there’s Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen. Given a measly amount of screen time, she delivered an acceptable, if not groundbreaking, performance. Her transformation into the old hag, however? Nightmare fuel. Well done there.
Now, about those CGI little people. Look, Disney had a golden opportunity for inclusion here, and they swerved harder than a Mario Kart player dodging a blue shell. With legendary actors like Peter Dinklage, Tony Cox, Warwick Davis and Jason Acuña out there, how did we end up with digital dwarves? They were a few casted but I feel it would have made a huge statement having them all casted properl. Hollywood, take notes: real representation matters. Consultants from the little people community were reportedly involved—so why not cast them?
If there’s one thing Disney rarely fumbles, it’s production quality. Visually, Snow White (2025) is polished to perfection. When the film needed to pop with bright, whimsical colors, it did. When it needed to plunge into dark, eerie despair, it nailed that too.
But let’s talk about the real star: the music. Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (the minds behind The Greatest Showman), Jack Feldman, Jeff Marrow, and the original Snow White composers turned this soundtrack into an absolute feast for the ears. The songs felt grand, powerful, and packed a fresh charm that kept the magic alive.
Alright, let’s break it down. The film plays things safe—almost too safe. The story follows a predictable path, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing for a children’s movie. It’s simple, digestible, and easy to follow. But simplicity doesn’t mean you should cut corners on emotional weight.
And speaking of emotional weight… the wake-up kiss. What happened here? No buildup. No swelling, heroic music. No sense of true love conquering all. Just a quick peck and BOOM—Snow White’s up and we’re moving on like we’re speedrunning a fairytale. A moment that should have been the pinnacle of romance instead felt like a casual “hey, wake up” nudge.
Despite some frustrating creative choices (ahem CGI dwarves), Snow White (2025) is still a visually impressive and musically enchanting experience. Kids will eat this up—it’s bright, engaging, and doesn’t linger too long on any one thing. For adults, it might feel a bit rushed and lacking in emotional depth. Is it a game-changer? No. But is it an enjoyable, family-friendly watch? Absolutely.
Disney, next time, maybe look into your magic mirror and ask: “How can we do better?”
