According to Variety, a representative for Disney has responded to Peter’s comments in a statement. The representative stated that to avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, they are taking a different approach with the seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community. The representative also mentioned that they look forward to sharing more about the film as it enters production after a lengthy development period.
“To avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, we are taking a different approach with these seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community,” the Disney rep said, according to the publication. “We look forward to sharing more as the film heads into production after a lengthy development period.”
