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The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning Movie
(2008)
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Plot of
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning Movie
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A young Ariel tries to bring music back to Atlantis while overcoming a
new evil enemy and discovering what what music really means to her and
the lives of all Atlantians. |
Review of
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning Movie
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Having two young children, I have watched The Little Mermaid an
untold number of times. Although it may not be one of my top
movies of all times, it was a nice movie, with a good story line and
some great animation. Disney has tried to recreate that same
formula in its straight-to-DVD release of The Little Mermaid: Ariel's
Beginning. Having watched the movie, I can say it does not
reach the level of the original film, but some of the magic still
remains.
The animation and the voice acting is as superb as the first movie and
the story line was pretty good although with a level of complexity not
seen in the original movie. There also seemed to be a lot more
subplots with mature subtlety for the parent that must watch with their
child. It was enjoyable watching the movie and listening to some
of the music, but as I mentioned, this is not destined to be a classic.
The biggest "piece" that was missing from this movie, in my opinion, is
the evil villain they created for this movie. The character of
Marina Del Rey is not up to par with any of Disney's other villains. She
is nowhere as sinister as Ursula (The Little Mermaid), as evil as
Cruella DeVille (101 Dalmatians) or cunning as Scar (Lion King).
On the other hand, this movie did produce some likable sub-characters,
like the undersea characters at the Catfish Club and even Marina Del
Rey's familiar, a manatee [although doesn't a Manatee a mammal that
needs air to breath? - and did you know that early seamen used to
confuse seeing manatees with mermaids? - and why does every Disney
villain have a familiar].
SPOILER ALERT
I cannot write this review without mentioning the surprising opening
scene. Although this is not the first time one of these movies has
killed off a parent of the main character, it was surprising that they
placed the scene into this movie (although I guess it was necessary for
the motivation of the movie's plot). The scene was well done, but
not as emotional or memorable as the related scene in Bambi.
However, when you think about it, it does explain Triton's real hatred
of humans in the original movie.
SPOILER OVER
After watching the movie, I would recommend watching the deleted scenes.
Although your younger ones might not be as interested in it, I found it
interesting in watching how determinations are made of what goes and
what stays in a movie. There is also a short interview with
director Peggy Holmes and why a new face has been selected to sit in the
director's chair. The games were cute and a nice value add to this
already packed DVD. Then, if you just want to listen to the music,
you have that opportunity as well in the music and more bonus section.
This was a really good DVD for a movie that was never on the big screen
and your youngster, especially if they are familiar with Ariel, will
love it.
"Without music this place just isn't
home" [Sebastian] |
Press Release
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Every Tale Has
a Beginning But Only One
Begins
Under the Sea
Disney
The Little
Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning
An All-New
Feature-Length Movie
Available
Exclusively on DVD on August 26, 2008
BURBANK,
California, June 26, 2008—Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment invites
you to dive deep into the secrets of the early years of one of Disney’s
most beloved princesses when
The Little Mermaid:
Ariel’s Beginning, a
spectacular new full-length movie, comes exclusively to DVD on August
26, 2008. The
Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning
reveals an all-new, spellbinding chapter
of the funloving and mischievous mermaid’s amazing oceanic adventures.
More of the dazzling animation and memorable music that made
The Little Mermaid
one of the most celebrated films of its
kind will transport viewers into the magical kingdom of Atlantica at the
start of the greatest undersea story ever told! With a treasure trove of
never-before-scene bonus features,
The Little Mermaid:
Ariel’s Beginning continues
the legacy of the film that launched an extraordinary new era in
animation and won over generations of filmgoers.
This
music-filled prequel to one of the most beloved Disney Classics of all
time once again features the voice talents of Jodi Benson and Samuel E.
Wright, reprising their legendary roles as Ariel and Sebastian. The film
pits a wonderfully wicked new villainess, Marina Del Rey against Ariel
and her plucky pals in an unforgettable aquatic adventure. Available for
a limited time only,
The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning
is sure to capture the hearts of viewers
of all ages.
Imagine a time
long before Ariel met Prince Eric and walked on land—a time when music
was banned from the underwater kingdom of Atlantica. Torn between family
duty and her love of music, Ariel must make the most difficult choice of
her life. With the help of her friends, Sebastian and Flounder and her
six amusing sisters, will the young mermaid be able to restore music,
friendship and love to the kingdom?
BONUS FEATURES
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Teaching Mermaids to Dance
– Before making her directing
debut with The Little
Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning,
Peggy Holmes was a sought after choreographer. Go behind the scenes
and watch as she uses her background in dance to create a totally
unique animation experience.
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Disney Song Selection
– When this fun interactive
option is turned on, the words to the songs appear on the screen
allowing viewers to sing along with the film.
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World Wide Water Webb –
Merconnect (wwww.merconnect.sea)
– Fans can now visit the dedicated web
pages of Ariel and her sisters. Each of Triton’s seven lovely
daughters has her own page, where she posts personal information,
gets to know new friends and keeps her own personal blog!
•
The Little Mermaid: The
Broadway Musical – A look
behind the scenes of smash hit Broadway musical from Disney
Theatrical productions.
•
Deleted Scenes
The DVD is
priced $29.99 (SRP) for U.S.; $35.99 (SRP) Canada, from Walt Disney
Studios Home Entertainment.
STREET DATE:
August 26, 2008
Direct prebook:
July 1, 2008
Distributor
prebook July 15, 2008
Suggested
retail price: $29.99 SRP U.S., $35.99 SRP Canada
Rated: This
movie is not yet rated. Bonus materials not rated or subtitled.
Technical
specifications may only apply to feature
Aspect ratio:
Family Friendly Widescreen, 1.78:1
Sound: 5.1 DTS
and 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
FastPlay:
FastPlay enabled
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Entertainment is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Worldwide Home
Entertainment, Inc., a recognized industry leader. Walt Disney Studios
Home Entertainment is the marketing, sales and distribution company for
Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax, and Buena Vista
videocassettes and DVDs and Blu-ray Discs.
©
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, Inc. |
The Cast
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Director
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Writers
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Jodi Benson |
Ariel (voice) |
Peggy Holmes |
Robert Reece
Evan Spiliotopoulous |
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Parker Goris |
Flounder (voice) |
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Samuel E. Wright |
Sebastian (voice) |
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Lorelei Hill Butters |
Queen Athena (voice) |
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Sally Field |
Marina (voice) |
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Rating
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Length
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Production Co.
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Year
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G |
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DisneyToon Studios |
2008 |
Related Links
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IMDb.com |
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Movie Clips
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Flounder
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Remember Music
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Director |
Vanity Game Intro
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This review was written by Ian Ripley. Copyright
2008, All Rights Reserved. |
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