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The Little Mermaid – The Disney Classic That Sparked a Renaissance (1989)

Released in 1989, The Little Mermaid is Disney’s 28th animated feature, loosely based on the 1837 fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. The film marked the beginning of the Disney Renaissance, a golden era that revived the studio’s reputation and success.

The story follows Ariel, a young mermaid with an insatiable curiosity for the human world. Longing for freedom beyond the ocean, she falls in love with Prince Eric and makes a fateful deal with the sea witch Ursula: her voice in exchange for human legs.

With its dazzling underwater visuals and unforgettable side characters like Sebastian the crab and Flounder the fish, the film captured audiences worldwide. Its soundtrack, composed by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, became legendary, featuring timeless hits such as Under the Sea and Part of Your World.

Critically acclaimed and commercially successful, The Little Mermaid reignited Disney’s magic and paved the way for future masterpieces like Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Lion King. Ariel and Ursula remain pop culture icons, embodying the enduring power of dreams, love, and freedom.