Summary
A filmmaker criticized Disney for canceling a Pixar movie and removing LGBTQ+ representation from its content. The canceled film, titled "BeFri," was intended to depict a platonic friendship between two girls but was perceived by some as representing a young lesbian couple. Disney is reportedly focusing more on projects with broad commercial appeal rather than personal stories.
Key Facts
- A filmmaker criticized Disney for canceling the Pixar film "BeFri" and removing LGBTQ+ elements.
- "BeFri" was to feature a platonic relationship between two girls, but some saw it as a young lesbian couple.
- Joseph Kahn, a director known for music videos, expressed his concern on social media.
- Changes were also reported for Pixar's upcoming film "Elio," altering its LGBTQ+ storyline.
- Pixar's chief creative officer, Pete Docter, cited internal pressures to pursue commercially viable projects.
- The studio has faced challenges in creating original hits since the success of "Coco" in 2017.
- Some Pixar staff were disappointed by the removal of LGBTQ+ content.
- Disney+ series "Win or Lose" also cut references to a character being transgender.
