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Live-action remakes of classic Disney movies. You either love them or you hate them. But the upcoming Little Mermaid (2023) remake is one of the most anticipated live-action films by Walt Disney Studios to date.
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The original Little Mermaid (1989) film is easily one of the most beloved Disney movies ever, and it’s also one of the most important. The iconic score written by Composer Alan Menken and Howard Ashman revitalized animated musicals as a genre, paving the way for the Disney Renaissance.
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Whether you’re a Disney fan or not, you’ve definitely heard Jodi Benson’s classic version of the powerful ballad “Part Of Your World.”
Needless to say, singer Halle Bailey has big shoes to fill. Or should we say fins?
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However, during 2022’s D23 Expo event, some footage from the Little Mermaid remake was shown, including the entire “Part Of Your World” sequence. Although Disney tried its best to keep this footage under wraps, some was still leaked:
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In short, singer Halle Bailey is totally going to steal the hearts of audiences in this movie.
Here’s an official Little Mermaid trailer for anyone who has yet to see it.
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The live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid stars Halle Bailey as Ariel, Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Melissa McCarthy as Ursula the Sea Witch, Javier Bardem as King Triton, Daveed Diggs as Sebastian, and more.
