Noticeably absent from the press release was mention of a director, and like many films, it took some time to nail down Snow White ’s. In fact, it was three years before there was even a hint of who might tackle the film.

Disney is reportedly scaling back the premiere of its upcoming live-action remake of Snow White, following a number of controversies which have plagued the film over the past four years. Newsweek has reached out to Disney via email outside of regular working hours for comment.

Disney's live-action remake of Snow White is set to be released in UK cinemas next week, marking the latest efforts by the film studio to revive a beloved old classic. But the film, which stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot,