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Having grown up watching Disney, I had absolutely no idea that many were based on actual stories which were far from pretty, colourful or dreamy. This one, which resembles the original Grimm Brothers version, is dark and scary with that hollow and isolated feeling all over it. Unlike the Disney Snow White we all grew up watching, this Michael Cohn directed flick will leave you stunned by its graphic content. I really feel cheated now!!
Performance-wise, almost everyone is quite OK but it's Sigourney Weaver as Lady Claudia that steals the show. Her performance is arguably one of her top 5 best. Following her close is Monica Keena as the titular character although she is never called by that title. I don't know why but I kinda enjoy her performances (Freddy vs. Jason, Man of the House) and over here also she was quite good. Damn under-rated if you ask me. Speaking of under-rated, we also have Sam Neill as Fredric Hoffman in one of his more better roles. In some places it may seem as if he is forcing to say his lines, it nevertheless was quite good.
Story-wise, the film is very dark, grim and like I said, hollow. The distinct dreaded-layer is present. The dwarfs are replaced by miners, which I think was a wise step, and are as nowhere cute or cuddly as seen in the cartoon. Not a 100% recommended flick but if you're in the mood for something unusual, then give it a try!
7.1/10
