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During the discussion on Friday Night Tights, which aired this past week, the panelists explored the implications of changing Severus Snape, one of the series' most complex characters, from his original portrayal. The passionate dialogue that ensued showcased a breadth of opinions on the matter, with many expressing concerns that such a change was not only unnecessary but, in their eyes, indicative of a broader trend in Hollywood's approach to adaptation.
The decision to cast a Black actor in the role traditionally portrayed as a white character, reportedly described as "greasy-haired" in the textbooks, was viewed by many as an attempt to placate the contemporary cultural demand for representation over faithful storytelling.