Little Mermaid Live-Action Remake Goes Animated with Stunning Fan Art

Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has been reimagined in an animated style by fan artist Benedetta M. Lollo. The film stars talented pop singer Halle Bailey as the beloved princess Ariel, and is based on the 1989 classic of the same name, which was adapted from Hans Christian Anderson's timeless fairy tale. Joining Bailey in the cast are Daveed Diggs as Sebastian, Javier Bardem as King Triton, and Melissa McCarthy as the cunning sea witch Ursula. Lollo recently shared their impressive fan art on Instagram, showcasing their unique interpretation of the highly anticipated film. Take a look below:

Lollo's artistic interpretation seamlessly combines Bailey's likeness with the animated mermaid's joyful expression as she playfully interacts with a silly fish beneath the waves.

Will the upcoming remake of The Little Mermaid prove successful at the box office?

The Little Mermaid is the latest addition to Walt Disney Studios' trend of creating live-action remakes of their classic animated movies. Following in the footsteps of Beauty and the Beast (2017), The Lion King (2019), and Aladdin (2019), this upcoming film aims to gross over $1 billion at the box office. However, despite the high expectations, the movie has received mixed reviews from critics and faced some backlash for its choice of actress to play Ariel. As a result, The Little Mermaid is facing a challenging road ahead.

The performances of Bailey and McCarthy in The Little Mermaid have received high praise in reviews. However, many critics have noted that the film closely follows the original source material, resulting in a sense of familiarity. This trend is not uncommon among recent Disney remakes, which often prioritize nostalgia over innovation. Nevertheless, the film features new songs composed by Alan Menken and Lin-Manuel Miranda, and updated versions of classic tunes like "Kiss the Girl" and "Poor Unfortunate Souls" that reflect contemporary perspectives.

While it is understandable that filmmakers may hesitate to make too many changes to beloved classics, a lack of significant updates may make the remake feel unnecessary. The Little Mermaid is an opportunity to see if the adaptation successfully captures the magic of the original, while also bringing something fresh to the table.