RUMOR: Disney Planning Sleeping Beauty Remake Set in Mexico

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Disney might be revisiting a classic story with a new twist. Sources say the studio is considering a remake of Sleeping Beauty, now called Aurora, and set in Mexico.

Disney is reportedly developing a new film titled ‘AURORA’

Described as a reimagining of ‘Sleeping Beauty’, but set in Mexico.

(via @DanielRPK)

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Disney is planning a new movie based on Sleeping Beauty, but set in Mexico. This continues their trend of reimagining classic fairy tales with cultural twists rather than developing entirely original stories.

Okay, so Disney’s latest move is getting a lot of attention, and honestly, it makes sense why. The last couple of times they tried to update their classic princesses – think The Little Mermaid and Snow White – it turned into a total mess. Both films ended up being huge sources of controversy and, frankly, didn’t do very well at the box office. Instead of everyone celebrating, it sparked a lot of arguments among fans and just dominated social media with negativity. It wasn’t the big win Disney was probably hoping for, at all.

Here we go again – another remake of a classic, and people are asking the same question: whatever happened to the original spark and charm?

A Company That Won’t Course-Correct

If these experiments were proving popular and profitable, that would be one thing. However, the past ten years have shown us they haven’t been successful, serving as a warning rather than a celebration.

While Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid generated a lot of buzz, it didn’t earn back its high production costs, particularly internationally. Now, the upcoming Snow White film is facing major problems even before it’s released. Intense criticism, outspoken opinions from a prominent figure, and expensive reshoots have turned what should be a charming fairytale into a public relations nightmare.

Given Disney’s recent performance, many expected a big change in direction – new characters, original stories, and a focus on the kind of imaginative storytelling Walt Disney himself pioneered. However, Disney seems stuck relying on familiar franchises, as if they’re the only options available.

So, I’m hearing this news about Disney’s Sleeping Beauty being reimagined and set in Mexico, and it immediately got me thinking – something a lot of fans are probably wondering too, even without posting about it online. If the whole point is to honor Mexican culture and its amazing stories, wouldn’t it make more sense to create a completely original princess and world rooted in Mexican mythology, instead of adapting an existing European tale?

Disney has had success creating new characters, like Elena of Avalor, who was well-received and featured in their parks. However, it seems the company prefers to revisit classic characters instead of building up new heroines for major films.

Look, it’s not that people are against celebrating culture itself – it’s the feeling that we’re just seeing the same things over and over again. It’s like they’re taking something great and just… polishing it up instead of creating something truly new. It feels like a constant remix of the past, and honestly, I’m craving something original.

Nostalgia vs. Innovation

The potential new ‘Sleeping Beauty’ project in Mexico comes at a crucial time for Disney, which is facing a need for fresh, successful ideas. While their theme parks are doing well, Disney’s movies have been struggling lately with too many remakes and sequels. Viewers are craving imaginative experiences, not films that feel like lessons or advertisements, or simply rehashed stories they’ve already seen multiple times.

Folklore from around the world offers a treasure trove of stories just waiting to be told. Disney was once known for finding and sharing these fresh, imaginative tales. But recently, it seems they’re relying too much on familiar, older stories to attract audiences.

Final Thoughts

Whether this is true remains to be seen until Disney officially confirms it. However, a clear trend is emerging, and it’s concerning. When Disney relies heavily on old favorites while trying to make a statement about current cultural issues, it no longer creates anticipation – it breeds doubt.

If Disney genuinely wants to celebrate Mexico – or any culture, for that matter – its best approach would be to create something original and timeless, something future generations will cherish as a classic, rather than trying to change or simplify the beloved stories we already have.

Magic isn’t found in recycling the past. It’s found in daring to dream again.

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2025-11-04 22:57