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Is Disney Disrespecting Animation as an Artform With Live-Action Remakes?
ComicBook.comStory by Catherine Delgado
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Disney's live-action remakes spark debate: Are they disrespecting the legacy of animation or cleverly refreshing their classic tales for modern audiences?
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- Disney has over 10 classic animated films confirmed for live-action remakes, signaling a potential industry shift away from animation as a respected artform.
- While live-action remakes may appeal to new generations, critics argue that Disney is unfairly dismissing animation as 'just for kids' and devaluing its unique emotional impact.
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Catherine Delgado, Bob Iger, Joseph Spiegelman, Disney, Disney Animation Studios, Walt Disney Films, Snow White, Moana, Prince Charming, Toy Story, Frozen, Inside Out, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, Cruella, Maleficent