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Ultimately, the failure of The Little Mermaid worldwide appears more rooted in its creative direction and the perceived imposition of social agendas than in racial bias. audiences have shown reluctance toward heavily politicized adaptations of beloved classics, especially when changes seem to prioritize message over storytelling.
The controversy exemplifies a broader trend where corporations and media outlets frame failures within the convenient narrative of racial injustice, often ignoring nuanced factors like narrative quality, marketing, and audience expectations.