Watch Halle Bailey's Epic Battle Against Ursula in Stunning Little Mermaid Fan Art
Get ready to dive into a whole new world as Halle Bailey's Ariel faces off against an animated Ursula in stunning fan art See how The Little Mermaid has evolved from the original story in this captivating showdown
In a stunning fan art of The Little Mermaid, Halle Bailey's Ariel confronts the original animated Ursula. The live-action remake by Disney, based on the 1989 classic, features Bailey as the protagonist and Melissa McCarthy as Ursula - the wicked sea witch who bargains with Ariel for her voice in exchange for a temporary human form. The movie cast also includes Javier Bardem as King Triton, Daveed Diggs as Sebastian, Jacob Tremblay as Flounder, and Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric. Sean J. Cuttino, an artist, shared their impressive artwork on Instagram, showcasing Ariel facing off against Ursula.
What The Little Mermaid Changed From The Original
The sea witch, portrayed in the same style as the original animated film, has captured Ariel within her tentacles. Meanwhile, Flounder valiantly attempts to free the trapped princess. The fan art is a playful remake of a piece created by the same artist 13 years ago.
As with Disney's recent remakes of The Lion King and Aladdin, the new adaptation of The Little Mermaid closely follows the story and music of the original film. However, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken have composed three new songs specifically for the remake. These include "For the First Time," "Wild Uncharted Waters," and "Scuttlebutt." Additionally, some of the original songs such as "Poor Unfortunate Souls" and "Kiss the Girl" have been updated with new lyrics to reflect contemporary attitudes.
The newer version of The Little Mermaid has made a significant change to Ursula's character. Unlike the 1989 portrayal of the sea witch, who was depicted as an outcast with a desire to overthrow King Triton, the latest film showcases a familial bond between Ursula and the king. This alteration has added an emotional layer to the character, which was beautifully captured by McCarthy in her portrayal of the iconic Disney villain. The movie has received positive reviews from critics, particularly for Bailey and McCarthy's performances. Since its release, it has earned over $326 million globally, but some are uncertain if it will reach the billion-dollar mark, given competition from other movies like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.
Source: Sean J. Cuttino/Instagram
