Fans slam Peter Dinklage for his comments on the Snow White remake that led to CGI dwarf characters instead of actors

Disney recently released the highly anticipated trailer for the live-action remake of Snow White. Unveiled at the D23 event in Anaheim, California, the trailer sparked intense reactions online. The film, which had already stirred controversy since its announcement in 2016, has drawn further criticism after the teaser’s release, with fans targeting lead actress Rachel Zegler and actor Peter Dinklage.

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Peter Dinklage faces criticism for comments about the seven dwarves

Peter Dinklage, famous for his role in Game of Thrones, faced backlash for his past comments about the seven dwarves in Snow White. Dinklage was upset at Disney’s claims of being progressive by casting a Latina actress (Rachel Zegler) while still telling a story about dwarves living in a cave. Speaking on a podcast with Marc Maron, Dinklage had said:

“I was a little taken aback by [the fact] they were very proud to cast a Latina actress as Snow White, but you’re still telling the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. You’re progressive in one way but you’re still making that f**king backward story of seven dwarves living in the cave. What the f**k are you doing, man? Have I done nothing to advance the cause from my soapbox? I guess I’m not loud enough. They were so proud of that, and 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?’”

His remarks led the showrunners to replace the dwarves with CGI characters in the remake. This decision has upset many fans, particularly within the dwarf community, who felt that the movie could have created opportunities for dwarf actors. Some critics accused Dinklage of ruining potential careers for these actors.

Peter Dinklage has a lot to answer for ..
First for doing seven small actors out of roles in a Disney's Snow White remake, then for the mess his meddling resulted it – Seven Primark-clad hippies being replaced with seven grotesque CGI goblins ! #SnowWhite pic.twitter.com/Js6tDq85fZ

— C**Rees**❤️️🧡💛💚💙💜 (@Chr1stop4) August 18, 2024

Congratulations to Peter Dinklage for complaining enough to put seven little people out of a job & replaced with CGI. #SnowWhite https://t.co/SXemapiijg

— PoliticallyHomeless (@BuckFuffalo11) August 17, 2024

@Disney @DisneyStudios CGI dwarfs, this is your fault Peter Dinklage! Hope you feel fantastic for dropping the ladder for other dwarf actors. #SnowWhite #PeterDinklage pic.twitter.com/Hqtuh9bvdl

— Deadlock616 (@Deadlock616) August 14, 2024

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01/06/2025 06:47 am GMT