The British singer Paloma Faith has caused a big argument about Disney’s live-action version of “The Little Mermaid.” On Instagram, the 41-year-old singer said she didn’t like the movie because she doesn’t want her daughters to think it’s okay to give up their voice and powers for a guy.
On Twitter, people were very angry at Faith’s comments, and many said she was racist and hypocritical. Some people pointed out that the main character in the first animated version of The Little Mermaid also gives up her voice for a guy.
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Others supported Faith’s right to say what she thought, saying that the movie’s message could be harmful to young girls. The debate brings up the ongoing discussion about how media portrays and messages things, especially when it comes to kids’ shows and movies.
The Little Mermaid has already made more than $118 million at the box office, and Halle Bailey, who plays the lead role, has gotten a lot of praise for her work. Though, the movie’s ideas and themes have caused a bigger discussion about how media affects the minds of young people.
As the talk goes on, it’s clear that Paloma Faith’s comments about The Little Mermaid have made people feel something. It doesn’t matter if you agree with her review; the movie’s ideas and messages are still worth talking about.
