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The Little Mermaid

Name: The Little Mermaid
Director: John Musker
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Released: 1989-01-01
Duration: 83 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Jodi Benson, Samuel E. Wright, Pat Carroll, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Kenneth Mars

1989Dir. John Musker1h 23m

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Runtime1h 23m

Released1989

Budget$40M

Box office$211.3M

DirectorJohn Musker

About This Movie

So, 'The Little Mermaid' from '89 is this vibrant underwater tale that really captures that Disney charm. The animation is lush and colorful, bringing to life the ocean's depths and the characters' emotions. Ariel, voiced beautifully by Jodi Benson, has this youthful exuberance that's both infectious and relatable. The pacing feels just right for a family film, never dragging but allowing moments for those notable songs like 'Part of Your World' to breathe. Ursula's character design stands out – she's genuinely menacing and complex, not just a typical villain. The film really dives into themes of identity and sacrifice. Plus, it marked the beginning of Disney’s renaissance period, so it’s pretty significant in that context.

Hand-drawn animation with vibrant colors and fluid movements.Features 7 original songs by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.Voices include Jodi Benson, Pat Carroll, and Samuel E. Wright.Won 2 Academy Awards for Best Original Song and Score.