Disney's Future Films in Jeopardy

This piece employs confidential resources to shield them from potential career repercussions. It focuses on upcoming products that Disney is reportedly working on. Consequently, readers are advised to view it as unverified information or conjecture.

A reliable source has shared intriguing information about upcoming Disney films with us, which we think is compelling and deserves careful attention. Our contact indicates that The Walt Disney Company is being cautious about scripts for Frozen 3 and a Rey movie, closely monitoring the box office performance of Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler in 2025. While Moana 2 has surpassed a billion dollars globally, some feel it was more of a money-making venture that may have negatively impacted the franchise overall, particularly its future appeal among fans. If Snow White fails to meet Disney’s expectations at the box office, it could suggest the need for adjustments given the current social and political context, which is vastly different from what Disney might have anticipated when these projects were initially planned.

A new article from Metro seems to point to the same:

A third film in the franchise has been announced, but we’re still two years away from its release.

Josh Gad, the voice behind snowman Olaf in the cherished series, emphasizes that they are taking their time with the third film to produce a movie that truly measures up to the outstanding quality of the 2013 original and satisfies fans.

— Rebecca Sayce, Metro

Based on our source’s information, potential changes in the scripts for both the Rey Movie and Frozen 3 could occur depending on Snow White’s performance at the box office. If the Rachel Zegler live-action remake underperforms, it might indicate that the trend of strong female protagonists in films may be phasing out quickly. Our source claims that Disney aims to avoid being stuck in a future they anticipated but did not materialize.

Jennifer Lee, who used to lead Disney Animation and recently stepped down to focus on directing Frozen 3 and 4, might find herself in a tricky predicament. Known for her strong progressive views and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community, Lee’s intentions to portray Elsa as a symbol for political movements could potentially clash with Disney’s recent decision to steer clear of such topics in children’s content. This new approach by Disney might restrict or limit the possibility of Elsa being openly represented as an icon for these movements.

In the realm of cartoons aimed at young viewers, we understand that many parents might choose to handle sensitive topics differently and set their own pace for discussions with their kids. (The Walt Disney Company)

Currently, a brand new script is being crafted for The Rey Movie by its fourth writer. Critics argue that the character of Rey is rather one-dimensional, receiving minimal fan support because she was portrayed as an idealized female leader with no flaws or room for growth, making her appear unrealistic and hard to connect with.

Snow White’s YouTube trailers have garnered an unprecedented amount of dislikes, a trend that could signal trouble for its box office predictions. If the audience’s dissatisfaction with the film escalates, you might find Frozen 3 and Rey taking unexpected turns in their production. Remember, even Disney doesn’t enjoy losing vast sums of money; it becomes even more critical when such losses might undermine their “modern message,” which seems to be faltering at present.

2025-01-27 20:55

Disney’s Future Films in Jeopardy

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