We are already nothing away from meeting Ariel again in the new version of the Disney animated classic. AThe production that has been surrounded by controversy, since not everyone has liked the changes that there will be with respect to the animated version. However, Jodi Benson, the actress who gave voice to Ariel in the 1989 version, believes that it was necessary to update the story of The little Mermaid in this remake.
Original Ariel believes that the changes in The little Mermaid they were necessary
The version live action of The little Mermaid You will not only see alterations in our heroine’s traits, but also in her story in order to update her for the new generations. While in the animated film Ariel is a princess who renounces her mermaid nature —and even her own voice— for the sake of pursuing her beloved prince of hers Eric of hers; in the flesh and blood version she will be shown as an independent character in search of a purpose that goes beyond romance. Likewise, the cAnctions received lyric updates to more accurately reflect modern sensibilities.
In interview with Entertainment Weekly, Jodi Benson expressed his full support for the changes that were made to the story of The little Mermaidbecause he believes that times have changed and an evolution is necessary.
“It’s 2023, so we have to grow, we have to learn, we have to be aware of our surroundings. We must be aware of our growth as humans and what is important now and what is perhaps not so important. Things change. We have to accept it. i think rob [Marshall, director de la película] and john [DeLuca, productor] they’ve done a great job of it, still honoring our original film. But you must have growth. It is very important to stay relevant where we are, what is happening around us. We need to be aware. So the adjustments and alterations that needed to be made were a must, but they were done beautifully, and I’m very, very excited about it.”the actress shared.
In the same way, Benson took the opportunity to once again praise the work of Halle Bailey as his successor in the interpretation of the brave mermaid, Ariel.
“It has been great for me to be able to love and support her and her family. Knowing that I was in good hands with all the staff and especially Rob and John. And to know the beautiful way in which she has been able to capture Ariel and everything that is part of Ariel. I am so proud of her, and I wanted her to know that I was there for her in any way that I could be. Did. He has told this beautiful story and I am very excited for it”.
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Do you already have your tickets for The little Mermaid? The film arrives in Mexican theaters this May 25.
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