Gal Gadot Drops Exciting Hint About Evil Queen's Voice in Live-Action Snow White Remake
Gal Gadot's tantalizing tease hints at an enthralling twist in the live-action Snow White remake, as she takes on the role of Disney's iconic Evil Queen, adding a captivating new layer to one of the studio's most challenging adaptations yet
Gal Gadot, who starred as Snow White in Disney's live-action remake, recently teased about her portrayal of the Evil Queen. The original 1937 musical fantasy film was Disney's first animated feature, based on the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, and marked the beginning of the company's prestigious history. Voiced by Lucille la Verne in the original movie, the Evil Queen's intense jealousy of Snow White, played by Adriana Caselotti, compelled her to devise various schemes to kill her stepdaughter.
Having fully embraced her Evil Queen persona, Gadot shared insights on how she approached the iconic role in an interview with Vogue Hong Kong. She expressed that she thoroughly enjoyed exploring the character and used this opportunity to experiment and venture into new territory, aiming for a more dynamic performance. This included altering her voice to suit the character. For a detailed explanation from Gadot herself, refer to the statement below.
Snow White May Be One Of Disney's Most Difficult Live-Action Remakes Yet
I have no specific preference for a particular type of character. Playing the Evil Queen was incredibly enjoyable for me. There was a certain delight in portraying this role because it belongs to a fairy tale, making it the first Disney villain. Being a musical, I had the freedom to push the boundaries of my performance, adding more drama and animation, which made it even more delightful. I had great fun with it, experimenting with my voice and incorporating various elements. It was an amazing experience, and I can't wait to see the final outcome.
In addition to Gadot, the Snow White cast features Rachel Zegler and Martin Kleppa in the roles of the titular princess and Grumpy, respectively. Dujonna Gift and Colin Michael Carmichael have joined the cast in undisclosed roles, while Andrew Burnap will portray a new character named Jonathan. The movie was directed by Marc Webb, known for his work on "500 Days of Summer" and "The Amazing Spider-Man," and the screenplay was developed by Greta Gerwig, director of "Barbie," and Erin Cressida Wilson, the screenwriter of "The Girl on the Train." Despite the impressive talent involved in the production, the live-action remake still bears immense pressure due to the impact of the original source material.
Disney's first animated feature, Snow White, not only established conventions that were later repeated or intentionally subverted by the company's subsequent productions, but it has also been enjoyed by generations since its initial release. The challenge for the live-action remake lies in distinguishing itself as a unique and definitive movie, a task that previous Disney remakes have faced. However, the positive reactions from Zegler during the preview of the upcoming remake at D23 indicate a promising outlook for its 2024 release.
As Disney commemorates 100 years of filmmaking, there will be questions about how the Snow White remake will reinterpret the original source material and its overall approach. The star's explanation of her approach to the role suggests that while the characters are being brought to life in a live-action format, the production team has made efforts to capture the fantastical elements and tones of the original work. Additionally, Gadot's reputation for portraying action-oriented and heroic characters adds anticipation to how she will portray Disney's first major antagonist, a classic villain.
Source: Vogue Hong Kong
