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The company’s pattern of reinventing classic tales through cultural reinterpretation has often backfired. Past attempts, including The Little Mermaid and Snow White, did not meet expectations financially or critically, often creating public relations headaches rather than hits. For instance, Snow White faced intense controversy even before its release, partly due to star Rachel Ziggler’s outspoken political stance, yet the film failed to generate interest or commercial success, leading to its marginalization within Disney’s lineup.