Disney is reportedly working on a new princess movie, and it’s already generating buzz due to an unexpected change to the traditional story. Recent attempts to remake classic Disney princess films haven’t gone well, with many projects being scrapped or underperforming. However, this new movie appears to be a fresh take on a familiar tale with some interesting surprises.
Disney is working on a new movie called Aurora, which is a fresh take on the Sleeping Beauty tale. Unlike the original, this version will be set in Mexico, offering a completely different cultural backdrop.
Currently, not much is known about this new movie. The name “Aurora” comes from France, and it’s based on the original French fairy tale Sleeping Beauty. Disney has updated the ethnicities of its princesses before, like with The Little Mermaid in 2023, but this change might be a bigger departure from the classic story than fans are used to seeing.
Originally released in 1959, Disney’s Sleeping Beauty is the 16th animated film from the studio (and many of their classic animated movies have since been made into live-action versions). The story, based on a fairy tale from 1697 by Charles Perrault, centers on Princess Aurora, who is cursed to die on her sixteenth birthday. Three good fairies and her true love work together to break the curse and save her. You can currently watch the film on Disney+.
Will Changes To Sleeping Beauty Work For Fans?
As a big fan of classic Disney, I get why a Mexican setting for a Sleeping Beauty remake could feel a little strange – it’s originally a very French story, after all. But I think Disney’s onto something clever. The name ‘Aurora’ actually works in both French and Spanish, and I’m guessing they’re using that shared connection to help bridge the cultural gap and make the new version feel authentic. It’s a smart way to honor the original while still bringing a fresh perspective.
Look, as much as I love Disney, not all their live-action remakes have gone down well. A few have had some serious bumps in the road, both during filming and when they finally hit theaters. Sometimes the problems weren’t about the story itself – remember the whole Snow White thing? – but messing with stories people already know and love? That hasn’t always been a winning strategy for Disney, honestly.
Currently, everything about this movie is still up in the air, including whether it’s even still being made, as the studio adjusts its plans for future releases. Hopefully, even with these changes, the company will create a film that appeals to longtime fans and newcomers alike, offering a new and exciting spin on this beloved princess’s story.
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2025-11-04 21:04