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Disney's Snow White: Box Office Flop and Eco Nightmare

4/7/2025

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Disney's live-action Snow White is under fire for its hefty carbon footprint, releasing over 4,258 tonnes of CO2, ranking as the second-highest polluter among Disney films. Compounding the controversy, the movie floundered at the box office, raking in only $168 million against a $240 million budget, and suffered a staggering 66% drop in ticket sales in its second weekend.

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Disney's live-action Snow White is under fire for its hefty carbon footprint, releasing over 4,258 tonnes of CO2, ranking as the second-highest polluter among Disney films. Compounding the controversy, the movie floundered at the box office, raking in only $168 million against a $240 million budget, and suffered a staggering 66% drop in ticket sales in its second weekend.