The Little Mermaid live-action 3D movie is a nostalgic cinematic experience that has gained immense popularity even before its release. Due to its anticipated success, obtaining tickets for the world premiere on Friday proved challenging. Disney studios, facing an uncertain financial future, anticipates box office takings exceeding a billion dollars.
Fortunately, I managed to secure tickets for yesterday's screening at Schwack cinema in Hulhumale, although it was from the third row from the screen. Initially, I had doubts about enjoying the movie from such a close distance, but a friend's advice proved accurate: 3D movies are more immersive when viewed closer to the screen.
The Little Mermaid live-action adaptation remains largely faithful to the beloved 1989 animated version. It skillfully combines poignant moments with humor and introduces a few "new" scenes integrated into the original film. While there were a couple of altered scenes, such as the change in the character responsible for defeating Ursula, it is speculated that director Rob Marshall aimed to provide both Princess Ariel and Prince Eric equal significance in the plot, embracing an element of feminism.
In addition to the inclusion of beloved songs like "Part of Your World," "Under the Sea," and "Kiss the Girl," the film features fresh musical compositions, predominantly written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the award-winning lyricist of Hamilton. This infusion of new music suggests the presence of rap elements, adding an exciting dimension to the soundtrack.
With its captivating storytelling and memorable songs, The Little Mermaid live-action 3D movie has undoubtedly earned a place among my favorite films of the year, alongside titles like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and John Wick: Chapter 4.
Most of what Hollywood churns out now is just the same thing repeated every few years. But the global audience doesn’t seem cloyed even after so many repetitive stuff. Now we are preparing for Transformers
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