Director: Rob Marshall Producers: John DeLuca, Marc Platt, and Lin-Manuel Miranda Screenwriters: David Magee and Jane Goldman Based on: The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen Starring: Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Javier Bardem, Awkwafina, Melissa McCarthy, and Lin-Manuel Miranda Release Date: May 26, 2023
The Little Mermaid is a live-action adaptation of the 1989 Disney animated film of the same name. The film tells the story of Ariel, a mermaid who dreams of becoming human. She makes a deal with the sea witch Ursula to trade her tail for legs, but the deal comes with a price. If Ariel cannot win the love of Prince Eric within three days, she will become Ursula’s prisoner forever.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Halle Bailey as Ariel, Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Javier Bardem as King Triton, Awkwafina as Scuttle, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, and Lin-Manuel Miranda as Sebastian. Miranda composed the music for the movie and added songs from the first animated film.
The Little Mermaid is a visually stunning film with stunning underwater cinematography and elaborate sets. The film’s music is also a highlight, with catchy new songs from Miranda and classic tunes from the animated film. The film’s cast is also excellent, with Bailey giving a breakout performance as Ariel.
The Little Mermaid is a faithful adaptation of the animated film, but it also brings something new to the table. The film’s visuals are stunning, its music is catchy, and its cast is excellent. The Little Mermaid is a must-see for fans of the original animated film and anyone who loves a good musical fantasy film.
Here are some additional details about the film:
- The film was shot in the United Kingdom and the Bahamas.
- The film’s underwater scenes were shot using a new technology called “Virtual Production.”
- The film’s music was recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London.
- The film’s costume designer, Colleen Atwood, won an Academy Award for her work on the film.
The visuals, music, and cast of The Little Mermaid have won praise from critics. The film has also been a commercial success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide.
If you’re a fan of the original animated film or you’re looking for a great musical fantasy film, then you should definitely check out The Little Mermaid.
