Categories: Disney+, TV | Tags: Pixar, Win/Loss
Pixar Animation Studios released the official trailer for its revamped first original series, Win or Lose, for Disney+ on February 19th.
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With just over a month left until the controversial animated series hits our screens, Disney+ and Pixar Animation Studios have released the official trailer for Win or Lose (which you can watch above). The eight-episode series, which will be released on February 19th, puts viewers in the shoes of eight different characters during the week leading up to the championship game for a co-ed middle school softball team that explores the lives of unstable children. We shine a spotlight on our off-field lives. Helicopter parents, and even a lovesick referee. Shortly before the new year, news broke that Disney had removed the transgender storyline originally planned for the animated series, a move that was not well-received by many online. The character remains in the Pixar project, but several lines of dialogue that referenced gender identity were reportedly edited out.
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“Oh my god, it was crazy. I wore it as a badge. I wore it with pride. I wore it with honor because it meant so much to me. Trans The idea of portraying an authentically gendered teenage girl made me really happy. I wanted to create this for transgender kids like me,” said 14-year-old actress Chanel Stewart. and Pixar Animation Studios’ “Win That’s how I felt when I found out that I had been chosen to voice the voice of a transgender teenager in “Or Lose”. Things changed dramatically when Chanel and her mother Keisha were informed that the animated series’ transgender storyline was canceled.
When asked by The Hollywood Reporter in December 2024, Disney said, “When it comes to animated content aimed at younger audiences, many parents find it difficult to discuss certain themes with their children on their own terms and timelines. “I know that he prefers it,” he said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter. We confirm reports that changes have been made to the animated series. Stewart’s character remains in the Pixar project, but several lines of dialogue that reference gender identity have reportedly been edited out. “It’s just that my character is going to be a cis girl, a straight cis girl. So that’s all they really told me was that I was still a part of the show.” the year-old actress said.
“I was upset because my daughter is transgender and this is her life, and I felt it was very important not to hide that fact,” Keyshia exclusively told Deadline Hollywood. “Some parents may not be ready to have those conversations, but this is the world we live in and everyone should be represented. Everyone deserves recognition. .And it felt like it was just a setback for the kids.” Because the community is so tough on transgender teenagers… Transgender people, especially when you’re young and trying to figure out how to live in this world that you live in and grow into who you are. There is. ”
“I was very disappointed. From the moment I received the script, I was excited to share my journey to empower other transgender youth. I knew this was going to be a very important conversation. Transgender stories matter and should be heard. It’s worth it.” Stewart added that there’s one thing Disney can never take away from this, “I’m definitely one of the first (transgender girls) to do this!” I am truly honored to be a part of queer history. ”
Featuring the voice of Will Forte as Coach, Win or Lose is directed, written and executive produced by Carey Hobson and Michael Yates, with David Lally serving as producer.
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