Rachel Zegler says 'Snow White' role was 'honor of a lifetime' after calling original film 'weird': 'Huge Disney fan'
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Rachel Zegler expressed her happiness at being cast as Snow White in Disney's live-action remake, calling it an 'honor of a lifetime.' In an interview, she discussed the importance of modernizing the character, noting that the remake won't focus on the outdated love story portrayed in the 1937 animated film. Zegler emphasized that the updated narrative aims to resonate with both children and adults by retaining the central theme of kindness in the story, reflecting a more contemporary perspective on the beloved character.
Zegler emphasized the need to restructure Snow White's story: "We didn't want to focus on the love story at all this time, aiming instead for a more modern approach."
Reflecting on her excitement, Zegler stated: "It was the honor of a lifetime. I think every young person dreams about a phone call like that, being part of Disney."
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