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These incidents feed into a larger cultural debate surrounding Disney's evolving approach to character portrayals and inclusivity. Critics argue that casting decisions, especially involving gender binaries, can feel like bait-and-switch tactics designed more for social signaling than storytelling. The father’s comment about the portrayal of the Evil Queen being akin to a "drag show" highlights this discomfort—viewing such choices as inappropriate for children or contradicting traditional family values.

Some commentary points out that actors with angular features and taller stature, often men, have historically played villainous roles, so the shift is seen by some as either a natural evolution or a contentious cultural move depending on perspective.