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Howard Ashman’s documentary was poised to be removed just before the Live-Action Little Mermaid film's release and as Pride Month was approaching. Critics argued that this was a deliberate act of disrespect toward Ashman’s legacy and the LGBTQ+ community, especially given the timing. The decision to keep the documentary on Disney+ appeared to be influenced by internal pressures, sparking accusations that Disney was prioritizing woke politics over practical business needs.