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Disney's Remakes Fail Amid Woke Criticism, Experts Warn

2/21/2026

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Disney's Snow White and The 'Burbs remakes faced criticism for woke themes, resulting in significant financial losses.
Douglas MacKinnon, a former White House and Pentagon official, argues Hollywood should keep politics out of entertainment to avoid alienating audiences and to prioritize original content.
MacKinnon favors the original 1989 The 'Burbs, noting it balanced politics and entertainment.

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Story summary

Disney's Snow White and The 'Burbs remakes faced criticism for woke themes, resulting in significant financial losses.
Douglas MacKinnon, a former White House and Pentagon official, argues Hollywood should keep politics out of entertainment to avoid alienating audiences and to prioritize original content.
MacKinnon favors the original 1989 The 'Burbs, noting it balanced politics and entertainment.