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From the very first trailer, viewers criticized The Little Mermaid remake for its visual effects, narrative choices, and overall tone. Fans complained that the CGI appeared subpar, and the film's darker, muted color palette seemed to stray from the vibrant, whimsical look of the original animated classic. Beyond the aesthetic critiques, there was a vocal response rooted in identity politics, particularly surrounding the casting of Halle Bailey, an African American singer and actress, as Ariel. This casting was celebrated by many as a positive step towards diversity and representation but was met with hostility by others who argued it strayed from the character’s original depiction.