From ‘Women Talking’ to Animals Talking: Sarah Polley to Direct Disney’s Live-Action Remake of Bambi
This article is about to unfold an exciting news that Sarah Polley has been hired by Disney to direct the upcoming live-action adaptation of Bambi. The 1942 animated classic is one of the titles that established Disney as an animation powerhouse and it seems like it is now time for us to witness the live-action version. Sarah Polley’s skillful interpretation of the emotionally complex themes in her previous work Women Talking, starring Rooney Mara and Claire Foy, along with her artistic approach to storytelling, have made her a favorable choice for the film’s direction. However, the movie is still in its early stages of development and there is no official announcement regarding its release date or distribution method, yet.
Disney has been aggressively working on its live-action adaptation projects since 2010’s Alice in Wonderland. Movies like The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Mulan, and Cinderella have already hit the theaters with great success. Recently Disney announced that the live-action adaptation of Moana will release on June 27, 2025. The widespread popularity of Disney’s cinematic universe, constantly expanding with the addition of these beloved live-action remakes, proves that these films hold a special place in people’s hearts.