Peter Dinklage hits out at Disney over 'backwards' stereotypes in Snow White remake

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Disney for it’s ‘backward’ remake of Snow White And The Seven Dwarves.The 52 year old has dwarfism and accused Disney of hypocrisy as they aim for racial diversity, yet continue to enforce other kinds of harmful stereotypesHe spoke about the issue on Marc Maron’s podcast: “I was a little taken aback by the fact that they were very proud to cast a Latina actress as Snow White, but you’re still telling the story of the seven dwarves.”“You’re progressive in one way but you’re still making that f*****g backward story of seven dwarfs living in the cave.

Have I done nothing to advance the cause from my soapbox? I guess I’m not loud enough.”Rachel Zegler, of Colombian and Polish descent, has been cast as Disney’s iconic princess in the live action remake of the film, originally released in 1937.He continued to discuss the film: “All love and respect to the actress and the people who thought they were doing the right thing but I’m just like, ‘What are you doing?’”Peter’s views have sparked debate online and divided many Disney fans.One annoyed Twitter user said: “If you are not in full support of Peter Dinklage, you are in the wrong.”Another said: “Definitely and arguably they are the heroes.

Peter Dinklage seems to think that the story somehow disrespects dwarves? I honestly don’t see where he is getting that idea from.”Good Morning Britain discussed the matter with TikTok star Fats Timbo and paralympic swimmer Will Perry.Presenter Susanna Reid opened up the discussion to the two guests.

Fats Timbo began: “It isn’t appropriate at all. The thing about the name dwarf, it’s a medical term. Here, it's called a mythical creature.”“People don’t know how to differentiate either one.