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Further fueling frustration is the disconnect between what Disney promotes and the actual fan reception. For instance, Disney's social media campaigns have tried to portray Bailey's Ariel as an exact visual match, even amid mounting evidence of the opposite. Critics note that such dismissals from mainstream media and marketing shills only deepen the sense of betrayal among fans who feel ignored and misled.
The frustration extends to upcoming projects, like the anticipated Mufasa prequel for The Lion King, which many see as another cash grab lacking originality and artistic substance. Fans are tired of corporations prioritizing brand recognition over storytelling quality.