The Little Mermaid Remake Fails to Make a Splash on Rotten Tomatoes
The Little Mermaid's live-action remake falls just below Mulan with a Rotten Tomatoes score in the low 70s While Halle Bailey's portrayal of Ariel has been praised, some viewers find the movie lacking in comparison to the beloved classic and suffering from CGI issues
The live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has received a Rotten Tomatoes score slightly lower than that of Mulan, another Disney live-action remake. The movie offers a fresh take on Disney's beloved animated classic, which has been a favorite for many who grew up with it. The new version features Halle Bailey as Ariel, and her performance has received positive feedback from early reactions. However, some critics have noted that the movie lacks the memorability of the original and suffers from issues with CGI.
As of now, The Little Mermaid's Rotten Tomatoes score stands at 71 percent, which is just below that of Mulan. The score is based on 153 reviews that have been released so far, and while it may fluctuate slightly, it is expected to remain in the low 70s. Interestingly, The Little Mermaid's Rotten Tomatoes score is tied with that of another Disney remake, Beauty and the Beast, which was released in 2017.
What The Little Mermaid Rotten Tomatoes Score Says About The Movie
Despite some positive reviews, the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has faced criticism for its departures from the original animated film. Critics have particularly taken issue with the realistic depictions of animal characters such as Sebastian, Flounder, and Scuttle. While the film's Rotten Tomatoes score is still fresh, it falls short of Disney's other successful live-action remakes, such as Cinderella and The Jungle Book. The decision to cut fan-favorite songs from the original film may have given the remake its own identity, but it remains to be seen if it will win over audiences in the same way as its predecessors.
Despite some criticism, The Little Mermaid remake manages to retain a fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes. Bailey's performance and the expansion of Prince Eric's story have also been praised, which may entice those already planning to see the film. However, it may not necessarily change the minds of those who were hesitant about watching the movie.
