Part 4/7:
The Specter of the "Batgirl" Cancellation
The fear that Disney might "cancel" or write off "Snow White" for tax purposes is comparable to the recent industry buzz about Warner Bros.' shelving of the "Batgirl" film. In that case, the project was reportedly scrapped as a financial decision—potentially to write off losses.
However, Disney's situation differs significantly. The company has publicly prioritized social justice and diversity, making it difficult to quietly dismiss or abandon the "Snow White" project without facing backlash. Doing so could be perceived as a betrayal of its commitments, leading to claims of weakness or tokenism by woke critics and employees.