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This attempt at seeming progressive has, according to Critical Drinker, resulted in the erasure of genuine representation, potentially harming the very people Disney is purporting to uplift. The fundamental issue lies in the jobs that have been lost for dwarf actors who have historically relied on such roles for employment and representation.
Audience Backlash and a Cinematic Dilemma
The trailer has garnered an avalanche of negative feedback, evidenced by over a million dislikes, defining the film as a critical failure before it even hits theaters. Audiences feel a profound sense of betrayal that Disney, a company once revered for its storytelling, would dismiss its beloved characters and replace them with soulless creations.