Ah, the curious case of the new Snow White movie, which might as well be renamed “Beware: Do Not Alienate Your Audience.” As the tale unfolds, it seems that Rachel Zegler, the would-be star of this cinematic venture, managed to cast a spell of her own—a spell of alienation! In a world where movies aim to unite audiences in front of the silver screen, Zegler’s approach appears to have done just the opposite. Who would have thought that the star of a Disney classic remake would inadvertently don the role of villain in this bizarre story of Hollywood mishaps?

It all started when Zegler, seemingly riding high on her own ego, decided to inform the world that those supporting Trump’s movement—and anyone who dares to disagree with her—need not bother showing up at the theater. Talk about a marketing strategy gone awry! With the movie’s appeal seeming to have vanished faster than Snow White’s carriage at midnight. But the eeriest part is the sight of empty theaters across the nation—a reflection of an audience heeding Zegler’s unsolicited advice.

Now, let’s discuss the media blitz that further alienated fans. When Zegler took the stage—or, rather, the press circuit—she didn’t just tiptoe into controversy; she leapt headfirst. Lecturing the masses, she boldly distanced herself from nearly half the country. But it didn’t stop there! She even voiced a wish for her political adversaries to find no peace. Whether one agrees with her politics or not, it seems like a lesson in elementary common sense got lost in the fervor: don’t polarize when you’re trying to sell a mass-appeal product.

Beyond politics, it seems like a lesson in elementary common sense got lost in the fervor: don’t polarize when you’re trying to sell a mass-appeal product.

So, what’s the moral of this snowstorm? An opportunity to headline a film from a beloved franchise is rare, and with it comes a responsibility to appeal broadly—not just to a select echo chamber. By flying off the handle, Zegler’s star dims amidst the glitter of Hollywood dreams missed. For every silver lining, there’s a storm, and it looks like this Snow White tale has delivered a chilly reminder of the consequences when politics cloud entertainment. As the curtain falls on this debacle, one wonders if Hollywood’s next darling might take notes and learn the art of diplomacy instead.