For me, Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs always ranked low among Disney movies. I remember finding it somewhat dull when I
was younger and later I found the characters simplistic and unappealing.
It’s been many years since I last watched this film, and watching
it now I find myself much more charitable toward it. Part of the change is that I’ve learned how
much work went into production, and what a big deal it was for this to be the
first full length animated motion picture.
Understanding the challenges Disney faced makes the final product more
impressive.
I think the animation rivals modern work. In particular I’m impressed how much they
paid attention to lighting. Seeing the
shadows shake from the candle Dopey holds, shaking in fear is impressive.
My opinion of Snow White has improved as well. Where I once saw weakness in her character I
now see resilience. Her innocence and
purity come across as strengths more than weaknesses. I think there’s more to her than she’s given
credit for, at least more than I ever gave her credit for.
Overall, I have to say I like Snow White and the Seven
Dwarfs now. It has gone from a movie I
didn’t much care for, to one I would like to own a copy of, and that’s a big
step for me. If you haven’t seen it in a
while, give it another shot. You might
be surprised.
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