The live-action Snow White's big ending twist plays into an old, dumb trope
Briefly

Disney's live-action adaptation of Snow White, set for release in 2025, diverges from the original 1937 animated classic by introducing a narrating Dopey. Voiced by Andrew Barth Feldman, Dopey's character arc explores his overcoming of fear and silence, as he learns to express himself with Snow's help. The narration serves a deeper purpose by making Dopey a pivotal character, yet the integration of this trope causes tonal confusion. Critics suggest that while it adds a modern touch, the execution was somewhat awkward, impacting its overall reception.
In the new live-action Snow White, the character Dopey evolves from a silent dwarf to a narrator, marking a twist on his character and bringing a new depth.
The film tries to employ a 'Narrator All Along’ trope with Dopey, which adds complexity to his character but ultimately confuses the movie’s tone.
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