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Perhaps most controversially, the film alters the traditional romantic gesture. In the original Disney classic, the prince’s kiss is a quiet, submissive act — a gentle, feminine gesture that signifies rescue and trust. In this remake, Snow White enthusiastically jumps on the prince upon awakening, an act critics claim is designed to strip away the subtlety of the original, replacing it with a display of agency that undermines the notion of vulnerability and trust.
This change reflects a broader trend: the removal of normative gender roles to promote an image of female autonomy. Critics view this as a misguided attempt to escape traditional storytelling, leading to characters who lack depth and the story lacking emotional resonance.