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Indeed, Disney’s recent live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, which also featured a Black actress in a traditionally white role, underperformed financially. With a production budget of around $250 million and a substantial marketing spend, the film was projected to need roughly $750 million to break even. Instead, it fell short, leading some to question if the brand’s new approach is sustainable or if it risks alienating traditional audiences.