Rob Marshall helms the enchanting 2023 American musical fantasy film “The Little Mermaid,” which takes inspiration from Disney’s 1989 animated masterpiece and Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless fairy tale. The film immerses viewers in the captivating story of Ariel, a mermaid princess spellbound by the human realm. Driven to capture the heart of Prince Eric, the man she saved from a perilous shipwreck, Ariel makes a fateful pact with the treacherous sea witch Ursula, surrendering her voice in exchange for a chance at humanity. Halle Bailey leads an exceptional cast in the role of Ariel, alongside Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, Javier Bardem, and Melissa McCarthy.
Remake plans were confirmed in 2016, with the cast finalized between July and November 2019. Principal photography predominantly took place in England and Italy from January to July 2021. Accompanied by a captivating score and new songs composed by Alan Menken and Lin-Manuel Miranda, the film had its grand premiere on May 8, 2023, before releasing in the United States on May 26. Critical reception has been mixed, with praise for the cast and musical sequences, tempered by some criticism of the visual effects and character designs. Nevertheless, “The Little Mermaid” has achieved remarkable success at the box office, grossing $468.7 million worldwide and securing the eighth spot among the highest-grossing films of 2023. Visit o2tv series for more!
