A book excerpt in the provided context reports that Romanian intelligence (SRI) collected notices about the contemporary flat Earth phenomenon and described it as an abnormal phenomenon that merited attention.

The same excerpt explicitly characterizes the flat Earth movement as “the gold rush of our time.”

The excerpt states that the number of followers has been increasing but remained relatively small in that country at the time of writing.

The excerpt attributes part of the movement’s spread to psychological factors such as human isolation and social separation from mainstream groups.

The excerpt documents that proponents often deploy mystical and pseudo‑scientific claims, including references to four‑dimensional entrances and advanced ‘meta‑helmet’ technologies in their narratives.

The excerpt says followers may reject mainstream evidence, deny contrary data, and exhibit missionary or fanatical advocacy for their views.

The excerpt reports that some adherents view themselves as having ‘discovered’ a hidden truth and may separate from or look down on those they consider deceived.

The author of the excerpt uses the analogy of a ‘virus’ and a quantum‑style electron model to explain how the idea spreads and how people can regress to earlier modes of thinking.

The excerpt criticizes the movement as a retrogression toward medieval or archaic thinking and as antithetical to scientific reasoning.

The provided context does not include names of organized, country‑level flat Earth organizations or formal groups that promote the belief.

The provided context also does not identify public figures or celebrities who openly support flat Earth beliefs.

The excerpt explains some of the arguments used by proponents: appeals to mystical phenomena, esoteric explanations (e.g., four‑dimensional portals), and narratives that frame mainstream science as deception.

The excerpt further states that followers often use rhetoric of special insight and distrust of experts, combined with emotionally appealing conspiratorial narratives.

Two parenting documents in the context advise that during adolescence parents should maintain everyday communication, avoid unnecessary ultimatums, negotiate household rules, and offer support when teenagers show emotional swings.

One parenting article recommends engaging teenagers with astronomy activities (planetarium visits, simple hands‑on projects like building a telescope or radio) to channel curiosity constructively.

Another parenting document warns parents to watch for alarm signs such as persistent depression, loss of interest, truancy, or social withdrawal and to seek professional help if these appear.

Based only on the provided documents, there is no detailed information about country‑by‑country organizations, recruitment networks, or celebrity promoters of flat Earth beliefs beyond the psychological and descriptive material in the excerpt.

Given the materials here, the most relevant parental steps supported by the context are to keep trustful communication open with your son, monitor for emotional or behavioral warning signs, and engage his scientific curiosity in constructive ways such as astronomy activities.

Based on the provided context, the Internet‑era flat Earth movement is described as a small but growing phenomenon driven by isolation, mystical and conspiratorial claims, and emotional or identity‑based dynamics; the context contains no named organizations or celebrity promoters, and the recommended parental approach is open communication, monitoring for warning signs, and constructive engagement with science and astronomy.

A book excerpt in the provided context reports that Romanian intelligence (SRI) collected notices about the contemporary flat Earth phenomenon and described it as an abnormal phenomenon that merited attention.

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Content: "The Lost Earth Truth 1": The level of the earth seems to be the "gold rush" of our time.
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Through the multi-dimensional advanced high-tech "heterogeneous meta-helmet", scientists learned that the earth is full of four-dimensional entrances, the third dimension of the material plane and the fourth dimension of the etheric plane are originally "twins".
Written by Radu Cinama
Tiping said it was the "gold rush" of this era.
Based on a reference to the House of the Cabal, which hides the door to multidimensional interaction, I found an informative note that I had never seen before, floating among dozens of notes on my desk.
In general, I prefer to work in electronic form or wait for notes or files in digital format, but given my particular interest in the Dimension Portal, I decided to check everything on my desk, including the latest events.
I do not know the reasons and methods, but the information I found was ignored.
After reviewing notes and data summaries, I discovered an event called “Ground Floor – References ”, a“ movement ” that I ’ ve heard has made waves among people, but I never thought it would become a theme for our department.
The illusion of this idea is obvious, especially for those who have good judgment and personal experience of our planet from the perspective of outer space.
I was a bit confused and didn ’ t know if I should read a few pages of summaries about the ground floor.
I went to Lieutenant Nikola and asked him about it.
He told me that the information came from the operations department of another SRI division, an acronym for the Romanian Intelligence Agency, which has the status of a second level notice.
The lieutenant made it clear that the only reason this information reached our department was because it triggered an abnormal "phenomenon" in the world, but in our country, the number of "followers" is relatively small and the proportion is reasonable, and the level seems to be the "gold rush" of our time. It makes you speechless, even in a state of “shock. ”
I can understand that the paranoia and other obscure interests of hundreds of years ago amplify the lack of knowledge, which may occupy the minds of a relatively small number of people, but it is unreasonable to allow it to develop to the level of the international movement of the 21st century.
From a heavenly point of view, I wonder if human stupidity can rise above that level, but I don ’ t quite believe in that prospect.
However, even the most bizarre phenomena must be taken into account, at least taking into account the crowd and their opinions, which is one of the Secret Service's tasks.
I did read the summary, which revealed the main points of the problem very clearly, but did not give any conclusions.
Severe retrogression into the Middle Ages
On the same night, I took advantage of Cesar ’ s free time and shared the ground level problem with him, more as a social case than a research direction.
Cesar laughed loudly, talked about the topic for a while, and then suddenly turned to some very interesting questions.
He told me that three or four years ago, the issue was introduced to him and discussed with other colleagues in the intelligence department because there were signs that the idea was trending toward a consensus.
Out of respect for readers, I don ’ t usually include such a discussion in my series.
It requires only a little wisdom and minimal scientific training to understand, and arguments in support of this theory are tantamount to ignorance and fanaticism.
Beyond this, however, Cesar reveals some psychological cues that seem to be of some importance to general knowledge and social experience.
When discussing topping with Cesar, the first point involves a large number of followers.
“The mechanism for this strange theory of increased follower numbers is related to human isolation, ” says Cesar.
“It ’ s as if the population is divided into two distinct categories, but this separation is actually based on each person ’ s level of consciousness, which is directly related to their vibration frequency. ”
“But, ” I replied,“ I don ’ t know what caused this outbreak, and more and more people are insisting on these ‘ arguments ’ without meaning. ”
It's more like a stupid virus. "
“This major shift in thinking patterns is not at the same wavelength as what is commonly understood in the world today.
In other words, such new ideas have nothing to do with the knowledge of our time.
This is an effective method, because the earth is flat, and the idea is strongly supported by mystical factors, as well as by those who are keen to see things stagnant and not progressing.
This is the best way to control it: take people away from reality, let them dream nonsense, support their fantasies, and encourage them to project.
Therefore, it is controlled by imposing on the masses what they want.
Followers of earth thought, firmly believing in it, will seek to meet others, gather, and even separate themselves from others, because they will see others as fools deceived by lies.
In other words, they will be convinced that they are the ones who “discovered ” the truth. While it is sad to hear the news, unfortunately, the situation is quite real. ”
“Although I have this report under my nose, I can ’ t believe it has reached this point.
I feel like this is an ugly dream, as if some people in the world have voluntarily gone back hundreds of years.
That's how I feel.
Incredibly, people ’ s minds today are still influenced by delusions that defy not only decent intelligence but also scientific reasoning, making everything frenzied.
Look at the results! ”
I showed Cesar ’ s estimated numbers and charts.
"I know.
We've talked to other colleagues, "he said.
“Your surprise is evidenced by the huge difference in conceptualization and vibration frequency that people are beginning to feel.
This is a reality that has become increasingly prominent over time and cannot be ignored.
This is part of the isolation I told you about.
In principle, people interact with those who are evolving and those who prefer to stay in purely physical, crude or involuntary groups.
Those in the first category perfect themselves, recognize the changes that are taking place on Earth, and experience certain emotional states and specific sensations.
That ’ s why it ’ s incredible for some people to think about problems in a medieval way, such as followers of the Earth Theory. ”
Cesar saw the astonishment on my face and hurried to prove what he said again.
“Yes, I ’ m not exaggerating.
This is a return to the Middle Ages, because these people cannot evolve; instead, they return to a more archaic state of consciousness, closer to their true level of consciousness. ”
“Why can ’ t they evolve? ” I asked in surprise.
Of course, I know the answer, but it ’ s always a pleasure to capture Cesar ’ s explanation.
In addition, there is always a new element that can enrich my knowledge.
“Because the current state of things they attract has nothing to do with the higher vibrations of the Earth, this feature is becoming more and more apparent. ”
“For the followers of the Earth Plane, their consolation lies in the frenzy of these primitive ideas, which are maintained as free spirits and ideas are blocked.
The same was true during the Inquisition: a set of foolish and erroneous ideas was raised into law, and any violation of those ideas was enforced. ”
When I think about it all, I hope I ’ m wrong.
“Are we back in the Middle Ages? History has set off a wave of extreme ideas.
Ancient people already knew that the earth was round, but the situation deteriorated in the Middle Ages, when there was a revival of modern science, but was this only to take us back to the Middle Ages now? ” (The author undoubtedly refers to the knowledge shared by Pythagoras and Aristotle, who both asserted that the earth is round, and the argument made by Eratonius in ancient Alexandria.)
Cesar calmly replied, “We don ’ t; but for the part that has degraded, yes. ”
Several factors contributed to this.
Followers of the Earth ’ s theory are indignant at their opinionated views, their refusal to think logically or rationally on the basis of real arguments and evidence, their denial of evidence, and their deceitful defense of their position.
In general, this is a kind of missionary covering up fanaticism.
The psychological factor of the earth level, the mind pulls people's distance
We note that whenever fanaticism prevails, society is confronted with a lack of insight and the limitations of personal freedom.
Cesar gave me an example that better explains how this dilemma can be achieved in the context of a relatively developed civilization.
"This phenomenon is the same as in quantum physics.
If there is enough energy, the electrons can jump into higher orbits.
If there is not enough energy, it can be kept at a slightly higher level and relatively stable; but at some point, the remaining energy will be released in the form of photons, and the electron will return to the orbit where it was originally found, back to where it started.
In quantum physics, this is the basic orbit of electrons.
In other words, electrons with these characteristics will return to the level where they have a safe orbit. ” I interjected, clinging to the subject.
“I know that throughout human history, the idea that the earth is flat has long existed in some religions.
Modern astronomy has developed extensively since then.
Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto have only been discovered for about two hundred years.
In this sense, the ground floor is actually not very old, its memory is still fresh.
Perhaps that is why some humans return to the state they once knew. "
“This is another factor, ” Cesar acknowledged,“ in any case, human society is changing from ‘ possessiveness ’ to ‘ feeling ’, that sense of possession, egoism, competition, and violence tends to be gradually replaced by pure and positive emotions and feelings, which are fundamental to love, altruism, and compassion. ”
I have some doubts.
“It ’ s hard to believe, because almost all of us are seeing the spread of these negative manifestations. ”
“At first glance, it might be so.
Remember, however, that most people on Earth are uneducated, and they ‘ resort ’ to this illusion of competition, money, commerce, and lack of spirituality.
A large number of people who are addicted to this dream, tend to oppose those who are guided only by spiritual values and seek a pure life with a clear meaning, and have achieved a balance at this point.
This is what we call isolation. "
In fact, what Cesar wanted to say is that everyone is invited to participate in the great spiritual transformation of humanity and our planet, with the desire and dignity to demand that his life be the germ of light, spirituality and hope that we can enter a bright future.
This is an excellent ideal, but so far too few people have followed this ideal.
Book Introduction
This excerpt is from The Lost Earth Truth 1: The Hidden History of Holographic Time Travel, published by Daxi Culture.
Written by Radu Cinamar
Translated by: Sandra
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Radu Cinamar became famous after revealing an unprecedented and mysterious collaboration between the US and Romanian militaries.
American and Romanian troops have made an expedition under the Romanian Sphinx in the Bucegi Mountains and discovered the greatest archaeological discovery of all time: a mysterious chamber about 50,000 years old, containing a holographic record of human history of the Earth, biological resonance imaging technology, and three mysterious tunnels that lead to secrets deep in the heart of the earth.
Despite the political intrigue, confusion, and restrictions surrounding this great discovery, the expedition leader allowed Radu Sinamar to visit and explore the artifacts.
Since then, Radu ’ s life has been a labyrinthine adventure, filled with strange events, secret connections, and unusual people and things.
This book delves into ancient history in an unprecedented way, through the interaction of advanced technology ’ s “heterogeneous helmets ” with the author ’ s cerebral cortex and intuition, presenting more than 70 stunning images of the scene, the result of which is holographic projection, explaining and illustrating the DNA changes that took place over thousands of years and how humans evolved into what they are today.
Reveals the mystery of how multiple alien civilizations influenced and guided human DNA to evolve to a higher level.
Some of the hot spots in human history, which in the past either remained unknown or were only considered from a mythological point of view, include: Atlantis, Troy, Shambhala, and Huppelburia.
Disrupting the myths of the past, this book provides rich and accurate communications from the actual scene of holographic technology, combining esoteric knowledge and some scientific factors.
Special emphasis is placed on the "intersection" between the physical dimension and the etheric dimension and on the cracks or entrances between the dimensions.
In addition to revealing the ancient history of mankind, this fascinating work also describes a time out to see the origins of humanity and its hope for the future.
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The same excerpt explicitly characterizes the flat Earth movement as “the gold rush of our time.”

The excerpt states that the number of followers has been increasing but remained relatively small in that country at the time of writing.

The excerpt attributes part of the movement’s spread to psychological factors such as human isolation and social separation from mainstream groups.

The excerpt documents that proponents often deploy mystical and pseudo‑scientific claims, including references to four‑dimensional entrances and advanced ‘meta‑helmet’ technologies in their narratives.

The excerpt says followers may reject mainstream evidence, deny contrary data, and exhibit missionary or fanatical advocacy for their views.

The excerpt reports that some adherents view themselves as having ‘discovered’ a hidden truth and may separate from or look down on those they consider deceived.

The author of the excerpt uses the analogy of a ‘virus’ and a quantum‑style electron model to explain how the idea spreads and how people can regress to earlier modes of thinking.

The excerpt criticizes the movement as a retrogression toward medieval or archaic thinking and as antithetical to scientific reasoning.

The provided context does not include names of organized, country‑level flat Earth organizations or formal groups that promote the belief.

The provided context also does not identify public figures or celebrities who openly support flat Earth beliefs.

The excerpt explains some of the arguments used by proponents: appeals to mystical phenomena, esoteric explanations (e.g., four‑dimensional portals), and narratives that frame mainstream science as deception.

The excerpt further states that followers often use rhetoric of special insight and distrust of experts, combined with emotionally appealing conspiratorial narratives.

Two parenting documents in the context advise that during adolescence parents should maintain everyday communication, avoid unnecessary ultimatums, negotiate household rules, and offer support when teenagers show emotional swings.

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Content: Russian Federation
Moscow
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Society18 October 2023 9: 21
How to fascinate a child with science, if he is bored: Five ways that really work
We give five tips on how to captivate a teenager with astronomy - but they are suitable for other useful activities
We give five tips on how to captivate a teenager with astronomy - but they are suitable for other useful activities
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“He ’ s on his phone and he ’ s not interested in anything. ”
The most popular complaint among parents.
And yes, parents often have no idea what he is sitting there.
Maybe he watches useful bloggers or secretly runs an interesting blog - so he is not missing.
But more often than not – let ’ s not fool ourselves – either plays or sticks on the endless ribbon of Tik-Tok.
How to interest and gently direct?
In physics and astronomy, why not?
He will love physics – he will not disappear anywhere, he will not want to be an engineer – he will become a top manager in a bank or in a large trading network.
A physicist, a mathematician is a sign of quality for an employer.
Here are five of the most obvious recipes (and you may be born your own).
RECIPE 1.
INTEREST YOURSELF
Let ’ s start with the smartphone and social networks.
What are you looking at?
You pay for the child ’ s phone, you are constantly next to the child, which means that the artificial intelligence of social networks attracts to the child ’ s smartphone about what is in your phone.
It works very quickly: often you just sit with your friends, and their recommendations pop up on your smartphone (and they have yours), the system recognizes you as a “connected group ”.
Find interesting channels, even in physics, even in astronomy, and watch them yourself.
First of all, it is useful for you too.
Secondly, the child sees that you are interested in it (make the sound louder, do not hesitate).
Despite the ostentatious denial of parents inherent in adolescents, in fact, they are taking an example from us.
Third, and most importantly, recommendations.
On the gadget of the child will begin to pop up the right channels and useful bloggers.
There are tons of content on the web.
You will be surprised how much.
It is necessary to become interested in one blogger, as the system will pull up hundreds of similar ones.
So you will find.
Fear that there is something not very scientific.
We do not yet have a goal to give strictly scientific knowledge, but only to interest.
It ’ s not like, “Son, look what I found.
What an interesting uncle. ”
What comes directly from you is a guaranteed lie in the eyes of a teenager.
RECIPE 2.
GO TO THE PLANETARY
It might work.
Maybe not.
As a child, I was struck by the stars on the dome.
But I didn't have a smartphone.
In those same years, I was shocked by the color TV, that ’ s how it all started.
So expect that the child will come out with round eyes, not worth it.
But you have to try.
Calculation – that you will find an interesting lecturer.
A passionate person charges his magic to others.
Therefore, it is worth going to Moscow or St. Petersburg, where lectures are given by experienced speakers (and not a recording).
Play along: go to the lecturer and ask something, on the way home mysteriously and shockingly silent.
Children feel the atmosphere.
The child will understand that he faced something important, according to your reaction.
But this is not necessary: domes with primitive 3D rollers are touring Russia; this is popular, especially in the outback, on the fishless, but it is completely useless.
RECIPE 3.
FIND A PERSON
So, it is a passionate person who is able to attract another.
But the lecturer – for the time and for the money.
We need to find someone among our own.
Wait, and you - from relatives or acquaintances - no one disappears at night with binoculars on the roof, does not make the simplest devices, and maybe colorfully retells the "General Astronomy Course" or "Star Wars"?
Turn the notebook, look around.
Perhaps you are trying not to communicate with him (enthusiastic people - incredible showers).
But I have to.
If not, go through the surrounding circles.
The main thing is to look at the teacher.
Standard courses, when children perform boring tasks, and the teacher himself is stupid in the phone - this is not necessary.
When you see that the energy comes from the teacher, that ’ s it.
But this is not necessary: "Kostya, Uncle Vitya will come to us, behave decently.
Don't be a fool.
He will tell you about space, and you write everything down, I ’ ll check it out in the evening. ”
RECIPE 4.
LAMP WEEKEND
Saturday and Sunday are a great time to pack up for the whole week, wash the floors or go to the country, or you forgot to remove the barrels for the winter.
All these things are useful, but remember yourself at 14 – were you having fun?
Make a move with a horse: assemble a telescope.
The main message: it ’ s interesting to you, it ’ s not for him.
The goal is for the children to spin around, ask questions and assist as much as they can.
Would you like a telescope, please, a barometer of hair.
Or the simplest radio without batteries.
Important: no zaumi, controllers and arduino, the material is slag and sticks, the production time is an hour or two, the principle of operation is extremely clear, the result should be surprising.
I chose the projects (telescope, barometer, radio) according to these principles.
The instructions on the Internet are full.
I said, “Do you know what I did at your age? ”
We built a robot, and he did the homework for us.
And you? "
RECIPE 5.
THE SKY IS BEAUTIFUL
One of the old popularizers said: “Astronomy is a happy science, it does not need ornaments. ”
It was the beauty of the sky that made me become an amateur astronomer.
But today, the sky is losing to augmented reality and super-realistic game graphics.
The sky is no longer that.
In large cities, it loses 5-10% of permeability in a year or two.
The air is getting dirtier, the lights are getting brighter.
City astronomy was finished off by housekeeper lamps that illuminate the sky stronger than incandescent lamps.
But now almost everyone has dads.
Although summer is over, it is not too late: dress warmer, and go under the starry sky.
It is good to load the planetarium program into the smartphone and identify the constellations together with the child.
Watch them go up and down.
Using the same program to find planets.
Try to view the craters of the moon and the satellites of Jupiter in binoculars.
It is possible that the child will remember this evening for the rest of his life.
Don ’ t say, “Okay, come on, let ’ s get out of here.
Beauty is beauty, and your lessons are not done, the deuce in Russian must be corrected "- withstand the atmosphere of romance from and to.
KSTATI
Scientists do not know why a small person suddenly begins to be interested in this or that science.
It is noticed that interest comes suddenly, and this is the moment that a person remembers all his life (for example, little Einstein was struck by a compass).
Everyone agrees on the colossal role of the family: this is how dynasties are born.
It is noticed that children easily agree to “do science ”, but the call to“ become a scientist ” rather scares them away (who are scientists?
What exactly should I do? the kids don ’ t know.
Everyone is talking about the dull role of social networks, but it has not been studied.
Many believe that the school race for grades (and punishments for failing) repel “love ”, that is, a sincere personal disposition to a particular subject.
THE QUESTION OF THE REBROM
Does a person have a “natural curiosity ”?
This concept often appears in the works of child psychologists.
Looking at a child stuck in a smartphone, the parent does not understand what is wrong with “mine ”.
Although in the smartphone it pushes just curiosity.
Scientists distinguish two types of curiosity: curiosity of perception (I see something that does not fit into my picture of the world, I hate it and I want to quickly dig it up to get rid of the “threat ”); and epistemic curiosity – I first learn something, go there, and society will reward me for it.
Both have deep evolutionary roots and are characteristic even of our animal ancestors.
It is epistemic curiosity exploited by the creators of computer games (rewards for success in games, new levels, etc.).

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Content: Psychologist gave advice to parents how to survive the emotional swing of a teenager
Adolescence is a risky time for the child and parents.
Some overcome it easily, others - with rebellion and emotional swings.
Especially for sb.by clinical psychologist Anna Krymskaya told in detail about this problem and gave advice to parents of teenagers.
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What can influence the behavior and emotions of adolescents, creating an emotional swing?
In fact, there can be an incredible number of reasons: hormonal restructuring, increased emotionality, problems in relationships with friends, romantic interest, a feeling of injustice, a difficult stage in finding yourself, distant relationships with parents.
Sometimes even the teenager himself can not say why yesterday snapped and slammed the door.
Anna Krymskaya
photo from personal archive
But there are several alarm bells that you can understand that it is worth consulting with a specialist.
1.
Your child is constantly depressed, apathetic, has stopped doing favorite things or communicates less with friends.
It is normal that in adolescence, hobbies change, friends may change, and study will affect the emotional state.
However, if your child smiles less than sad, you should pay attention to this.
If the level of trust allows, then talk to him about what is bothering him, what is going on in his life, how he feels and whether he needs professional help.
Unfortunately, not all families are able to talk openly with their parents about their experiences.
In this case, you can not ask the child, but offer support in contacting a psychologist.
“We ’ ve noticed that lately you ’ ve become more sad and apathetic.
It bothers us because we want you to feel good.
Would you like us to pay you for a psych class? "
2.
The child misses school a lot, does not study well, practically does not appear at home.
A teenager can really spend a lot of time outside the home and does not really want to attend school, being passionate about communication or some kind of hobby.
It is worth wary if such behavior strongly affects academic performance and other areas of life.
The teenager could get into the bad company of peers or older children.
In this case, it is important to first clarify the situation, talk to the child, and not prohibit communication or put under house arrest, otherwise you can aggravate the situation.
Another reason why a teenager may rarely appear at home is family problems: conflicts between parents or with a child, severe or physical punishment, reproaches or devaluation.
A teenager has more opportunities to leave an unsafe and uncomfortable environment than a small child.
How to survive this period with the child?
Agree
Ultimatums and strict rules for no reason in adolescence will not work exactly.
It is important for your child to feel that his opinion is taken into account, and to understand why he washes dishes on Wednesdays and why call when you get to a party.
Don ’ t put an ultimatum rule: “You should be home at eight every day! ”, but negotiate rules in the house:“ It can be unsafe at night, so it ’ s important that we all be home by 10 p.m.
We can discuss if you need to stay with someone longer or overnight on a particular day. "
Not "you should wash the dishes", but "we all use things in the house and food, so it will be fair if everyone takes care of some of the household chores.
You need to wash the dishes, wash the floors and do laundry.
What part of the business could you take on? "
Communicate
Everyday conversations are a part of trusting communication.
Drop the child a funny video, everyday ask how he is doing, at dinner, ask what he thinks about the news and what music he plays in the headphones.
All this will allow him to feel that you are really interested in what kind of person he is, and you can just talk about important and not very things.
Don't Taboo Themes
A teenager may begin to ask uncomfortable and difficult questions:
Did you love anyone before your mom or dad?
Why did you decide to turn me on?
Why did the father / other relative leave the family?
Why did a relative die?
Is it normal that I …?
How do you feel about immigrants / religion / politics, etc.?
Why is there such injustice in the world?
Unfortunately, not everything we can talk about easily: something parents feel as shame, and something painful to say.
But to give the child honest answers is very important, otherwise he will go to look for them in other sources and will not always be on the right side of the Internet.
If you find it difficult to answer a question, arrange a different time, search for information together, or find a reliable adult who can answer these questions instead of you.
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Maintain
Your teenager is going through a lot right now.
Emotional swings, body changes, new questions and thoughts, new relationships can be disturbing, frightening and confusing.
During this period, the support of parents and the explanation that what is happening to him is normal: that you can cry because of rude words and enjoy small signs of attention are very important.
The main thing is not to devalue feelings and experiences, to help when asked, and to allow mistakes to be made.
If you make concessions and support the child even when his beliefs contradict yours, he will come to you for help if something really serious happens.
Find a holiday for yourself
During this period, it is important to support not only the child, but also yourself.
It is normal to be angry or tired of the variability or brightness of the emotions of a teenager, but you need to cope with these feelings on your own, without shifting responsibility.
This period is a good time to find new hobbies or return to old ones, communicate with friends more often and understand yourself.
Your child separates, he needs more independence and space, which means that you will have free time and space for yourself.
Accept Complexity
Even if you are an ideal and supportive parent, your child may start to rebel, take risky actions, and withdraw.
Many of his problems he will go through on his own, without involving you.
It's part of growing up.
The best thing you can do is accept these changes without trying to resist, and be a reliable parent: regardless of quarrels, resentments and conflicts, be the one who is ready to support and help in any trouble if asked for help.
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One parenting article recommends engaging teenagers with astronomy activities (planetarium visits, simple hands‑on projects like building a telescope or radio) to channel curiosity constructively.

Another parenting document warns parents to watch for alarm signs such as persistent depression, loss of interest, truancy, or social withdrawal and to seek professional help if these appear.

Based only on the provided documents, there is no detailed information about country‑by‑country organizations, recruitment networks, or celebrity promoters of flat Earth beliefs beyond the psychological and descriptive material in the excerpt.

Given the materials here, the most relevant parental steps supported by the context are to keep trustful communication open with your son, monitor for emotional or behavioral warning signs, and engage his scientific curiosity in constructive ways such as astronomy activities.

Based on the provided context, the Internet‑era flat Earth movement is described as a small but growing phenomenon driven by isolation, mystical and conspiratorial claims, and emotional or identity‑based dynamics; the context contains no named organizations or celebrity promoters, and the recommended parental approach is open communication, monitoring for warning signs, and constructive engagement with science and astronomy.


In the last decade Disney released live-action remakes including Cinderella (2015), The Jungle Book (2016), Beauty and the Beast (2017), Dumbo (2019), Aladdin (2019), The Lion King (2019), Mulan (2020), Pinocchio (2022), and The Little Mermaid (2023).

Disney has explicitly played into nostalgia and, after the commercial success of big-budget adaptations like Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King, committed to turning much of its animated catalog into live-action.

Executives and critics say nostalgia helps draw audiences and revenue, while some filmmakers criticize the practice as repackaging familiar properties to resell them.

Filmmakers commonly update characters and plotlines to reflect contemporary values; examples include making Belle more independent and adding new songs in Beauty and the Beast.

The 2023 Little Mermaid preserves Ariel’s core traits but reworks Prince Eric into a more fully realized character and gives Ariel and Eric more time to develop a believable relationship.

The Little Mermaid remake also adds new characters such as Queen Salina, shifts Ariel’s age to 18, includes new songs, foregrounds diversity through Halle Bailey’s casting, and attracted both praise and CGI criticism.

Some remakes altered tone and visuals, as The Jungle Book (2016) used realistic CGI animals and darker action sequences.

Public reaction is mixed: some critics and audiences praise performances like Halle Bailey’s, while other responses include accusations of excessive political correctness, stylistic complaints about visuals, and low critical scores for titles such as Pinocchio.

Conclusion: Disney’s recent live-action remakes are driven by nostalgia and commercial strategy, updated to align with modern values, and have elicited a divided critical and public response.

In the last decade Disney released live-action remakes including Cinderella (2015), The Jungle Book (2016), Beauty and the Beast (2017), Dumbo (2019), Aladdin (2019), The Lion King (2019), Mulan (2020), Pinocchio (2022), and The Little Mermaid (2023).

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A Definitive List of All the Disney Live-Action Films

From Halle Bailey’s Little Mermaid to the live-action Moana to sequels galore.

By Delia Paunescu and Amy Mackelden

Most of us grew up watching Disney movies, and for better or worse, we wondered what it might be like to be a Disney princess. In recent years, Disney has cleverly played into that nostalgia by transforming its classic animations into live-action movies filled with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Following the success of big-budget adaptations like Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King, Disney has committed to turning the majority of its animated catalog into cinematic treats. From Angelina Jolie’s star turn in Maleficent to the upcoming live-action version of Moana, fans will be spoiled for choice. Here, we round up all of Disney’s live-action movie adaptations to date, as well as some of the rumors about what’s to come.

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Maleficent (2014)

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Loosely based on Sleeping Beauty, Angelina Jolie’s wicked witch arrived when lots of evil queens were getting their own feature films (Remember Charlize Theron in Snow White and the Huntsman?). Elle Fanning’s turn as Princess Aurora put her on the map as an A-lister to watch. The film even launched a Maleficent makeup collaboration with M.A.C., which we adored.

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Cinderella (2015)

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Disney’s dreamy live action remake of Cinderella cast Cate Blanchett as the evil stepmother, with Bodyguard star Richard Madden playing the Prince. When she landed the title role, Lily James’ most significant part had been as a rebellious cousin on Downton Abbey. Naturally, the fairytale brought James worldwide recognition (and she went on to play young Meryl Streep in Mamma Mia 2).

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The Jungle Book (2016)

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The original Jungle Book features some of the best music in Disney’s catalog, so director Jon Favreau’s 2016 live-action remake had a lot to live up to. Newcomer Neel Sethi masterfully took on the part of the boy trying to stay alive with a vengeful Shere Khan hunting him down.

A sequel has reportedly been in the works since Jungle Book was released, with Favreau rumored to be returning as director, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Beauty and the Beast (2017)

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Few Disney remakes were more anticipated than Beauty and the Beast. It was lavish in its production, starring Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as an all-too-human Beast. Supporting cast members like Stanley Tucci, Emma Thompson, Audra McDonald, and Ewan McGregor were exceptional as the castle staff.

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Christopher Robin (2018)

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Honestly, it feels like this movie came and went without anyone, besides die-hard Winnie the Pooh fans, paying much attention. It’s a shame, really, because Ewan McGregor is endearing in the grown-up title role and the Hundred Acre Woods’ animal pals are as warmly fuzzy as you’d hope.

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Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

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Emily Blunt steps into Julie Andrews’ cape and brings the magical nanny to life once more. The Devil Wears Prada darling did a terrific job, and was nominated for a Golden Globe as a result. Anyone who grew up loving the cheerily psychedelic musical numbers is bound to appreciate Hamilton star Lin-Manuel Miranda as lamplighter Jack. As if Mary Poppins Returns couldn't get any better, Meryl Streep, Dick Van Dyke, Julie Walters, and Angela Lansbury are also all in the film.

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Dumbo (2019)

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Dumbo remains one of the most upsetting stories in Disney’s roster, and 2019’s live-action remake will give you all of the feels. Directed by Tim Burton and starring Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, and Danny DeVito, Dumbo re-tells the emotional story of a young elephant with the gift of flight, who finds himself embroiled in some circus drama.

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Aladdin (2019)

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Fans were desperate to find out who had been cast in the live-action Aladdin, no doubt because the original movie is so beloved. While Mena Massoud took on the title role, Power Rangers star Naomi Scott transformed into Princess Jasmine. And of course, Will freaking Smith did his very best to fill Robin Williams’ iconic lamp as the Genie.

In 2020, it was revealed that a sequel is in the works, via Deadline. Plus, a spin-off featuring Prince Anders is also in development.

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The Lion King (2019)

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The all-star remake of The Lion King might be the most important thing the house of the mouse has done since they released the original Lion King in 1994. This live-action version cast none other than Beyoncé herself as Nala. She stars alongside Donald Glover as Simba, and Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen as Timon and Pumbaa, with James Earl Jones reprising his original role as Mufasa. A sequel (or prequel) is on the way.

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Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019)

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Angela Jolie and Elle Fanning returned for the follow-up to 2014’s Maleficent. Jolie’s character continues to wrestle with people’s perception of her as a villain, while Princess Aurora receives a marriage proposal, much to Maleficent’s chagrin. Meanwhile, an endangered species known as the Dark Fae start to rise up.

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Lady and the Tramp (2019)

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1955’s canine couple du jour were given a live-action/animation hybrid update, which debuted on Disney+ in 2019. Justin Theroux voiced the scampy Tramp and Tessa Thompson played the elegant Lady in this animal romance. Thompson’s BFF Janelle Monáe, and Kiersey Clemons round out the cast of this cute remake.

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Mulan (2020)

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Disney casting directors had their job cut out for them with Mulan, reportedly spending a year auditioning nearly 1,000 actresses for the lead. The part ultimately went to Chinese superstar Liu Yifei. Fans finally saw the 31-year-old in full character thanks to this arresting first image. Director Niki Caro told the Hollywood Reporter: “It’s a big, girly martial arts epic. It will be extremely muscular and thrilling and entertaining and moving.” What more do you need to know?

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Cruella (2021)

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Anyone else think Cruella was woefully misunderstood? Enter 2021’s Cruella, which tells the story of 101 Dalmatians’ villainous diva before she became, well, fully evil. The inimitable Emma Stone won the lead role, infusing the tale with ’80s punk chic. From the eye-catching costumes to the super cute puppies, Disney’s origin story has everything. A sequel is reportedly in the works.

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Pinocchio (2022)

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Tom Hanks as Geppetto? Say no more. It may be 80 years later, but this live-action remake is just as relevant today as the original was upon its release. Joseph Gordon-Levitt gives a heartfelt performance as Jiminy Cricket, and Pinnochio’s journey to becoming a real boy is brought to life in stunning visuals.

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Peter Pan & Wendy (2023)

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There have been numerous adaptations of J. M. Barrie’s iconic story, but Disney promises to delight fans of its 1953 animated classic with the live-action Peter Pan & Wendy. After meeting Peter Pan, Wendy (Ever Anderson) embarks on an adventure to Neverland, where she faces up to Captain Hook. A story that truly never gets old.

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The Little Mermaid (2023)

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Ariel’s story of thirst-trapping Prince Eric, after selling her voice to that glorious diva Ursula in exchange for human legs, is ripe for a remake, especially given the 1998 original’s fishy gender dynamics. Halle Bailey wows in the lead role, with Melissa McCarthy embodying sea witch Ursula. Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote new songs for the flick, alongside Disney musical genius Alan Menken.

The Little Mermaid hits theaters on May 26, 2023.

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Snow White (2024)

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Disney is bringing its live-action magic to 1937 animation Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. While Rachel Zegler will take the lead as Snow White, Gal Gadot has been cast as the Evil Queen. With Greta Gerwig tapped to write the screenplay, we can expect Snow White to be all kinds of wonderful.

Snow White is set to hit theaters on March 22, 2024, per Deadline.

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Moana (TBD)

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In April 2023, it was announced that Moana (which was just released in 2016) would be getting the live-action treatment, with Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as demigod Maui. The original voice of Moana, Auli‘i Cravalho, has signed on as an executive producer. Johnson said in a statement, “This story is my culture, and this story is emblematic of our people’s grace and warrior strength.” The release date is currently unknown.

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Lilo & Stitch (TBD)

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A live-action/CG hybrid remake of the supremely adorable 2002 film about a Hawaiian girl and the alien who befriends her was first announced in October 2018. It is being produced by Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, who were also tasked with the Aladdin remake. A release date is up in the air but it’s possible this will debut on Disney’s upcoming streaming service. The cast includes Zach Galifianakis, Courtney B. Vance, and newcomer Maia Kealoha as Lilo, per The Hollywood Reporter.

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Hercules (TBD)

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In June 2022, Deadline reported that Aladdin director Guy Ritchie had signed on to direct the live-action remake of Hercules. The 1997 animate feature retold the legend of demigod Hercules, who was voiced by Tate Donovan. While details on the remake remain scarce, Hercules is certainly one to watch for Disney fans.

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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

By turning classic animations into live-action films with major stars

Disney has explicitly played into nostalgia and, after the commercial success of big-budget adaptations like Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King, committed to turning much of its animated catalog into live-action.

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The Little Mermaid Trailer: Disney Fans Are Tired Of Drab Live-Action Visuals Disney has seen a great amount of financial success turning its beloved animated properties into live-action adaptations. Even though 2019's "The Lion King" didn't use actual animals in its cast, the reimagining still…

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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

By turning classic animations into live-action films with major stars

What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

By turning classic animations into live-action films with major stars

What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

Executives and critics say nostalgia helps draw audiences and revenue, while some filmmakers criticize the practice as repackaging familiar properties to resell them.

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Disney has created countless moving animated films, accompanied by many people to grow up, such as "Snow White", "Sleeping Beauty", "Beauty and the Beast" and other classic films, in recent years, these classic animations have been remade as live-action versions, but Disney has been criticized for pursuing excessive "political correctness", while trying to convey specific ideas, ignoring the story itself. And the depth of the role, deeply criticized by the outside world.
The real version of "Little Mermaid" was criticized.
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According to foreign media reports, the director of the "Little Mermaid" and "Aladdin" animation, John Musk, publicly pointed out that Disney should revise the line, focusing on the "entertainment" and "story attraction" of the work, "the concept" should be placed on the secondary, bluntly, "they should revise the line", and added that "it is not necessary to completely put the concept into, but until then, the most important thing is to create the audience. It's a role that captures the eyes of the audience."
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The director of the animated version of "Little Mermaid" believes that the live-action version should be more about the relationship between father and daughter.
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John Musk emphasized that Disney ’ s classics were never born out of preconceived ideas, but rather immersed the audience in the world built by the story and the characters.
He believes that while it is not necessary to completely abandon the concept, before that, you should first create characters that the audience can feel and feel attracted to.
As for Disney ’ s frequent remakes of old animations into live-action versions, he believes that this is to make the audience like things, and then sell them again, and he obviously does not agree with this practice.
Disney ’ s remake of the classic animation, apart from Aladdin, has a mostly bad reputation. John Musk pointed to the 2023 live-action version of “The Little Mermaid ” and bluntly said:“ They don ’ t put much ink on the story of their father and daughter, that ’ s the core of the whole movie. ” The lions in the Lion King are much richer.
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What does Disney's reliance on sequels and spin-offs instead of new IP suggest about its creativity?

A stalling of the company's creative engine.

What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

What does Disney's reliance on sequels and spin-offs instead of new IP suggest about its creativity?

A stalling of the company's creative engine.

What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

Filmmakers commonly update characters and plotlines to reflect contemporary values; examples include making Belle more independent and adding new songs in Beauty and the Beast.

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“Cinderella ” and others: the main remakes of recent years
Warner Bros. plans to make a remake of the movie “The Bodyguard ”.
The 1992 film with and in the lead roles was a success at the box office, and the music for it became the best-selling soundtrack in the history of the film, and this record has not been broken so far.
Details about the new film are still few, it is known that his script is written by the famous playwright Matthew Lopez.
About the most popular movie remakes of recent years, read in the selection of "Rambler".
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Cinderella (2015, directed by Kenneth Branagh)
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A remake of a classic Disney cartoon from 1950.
The action takes place in a traditional fairy-tale entourage, but the characters have become more like real people, rather than characters in a children's book.
With the magic and magic of love, the emphasis is shifted to people and the reasons for their decisions.
The film was nominated for an Oscar for the best costumes.
The Jungle Book (2016, directed by John Favreau)
A remake of the 1967 Disney cartoon of the same name.
It is stated as a game with elements of animation, but in fact there are at least living heroes there, mainly realistically drawn, but still fake animals on the screen.
If Disney has all the male characters, then women appeared in the film among them, for example, Kaa voiced a python.
The film has many visual quotes from the cartoon, but some scenes, for example, the battle with Sherkhan, are shown much tougher, critics noted that they can scare not only children, but also adults.
The tone of history has also changed.
Mowgli does not seek people, but wants to help the inhabitants of the jungle, and in the end does not leave, but remains.
The film won an Oscar and the British Academy Award for Visual Effects.
In 2022, the premiere of the second part of the picture is scheduled.
It (2017, directed by Andy Muschetti)
The second book of the same name.
The first, television, was shot in 1990 by Tommy Lee Wallace and won several Emmy Awards.
The new film set a box office record among horror films with an age rating of R. Its only award was the award for the best trailer, but critics took the film very well, it did not receive any sharply negative reviews.
Two years later, the second part of the picture came out, but it went almost unnoticed.
Beauty and the Beast (2017, director)
A remake of the classic Disney cartoon, filmed in 1991.
There are some notable differences in the story.
In particular, the writers explained why the villagers do not know about the monster castle, which is only an hour walk, and the main character Belle made more independent.
The soundtrack, which became one of the factors of the cartoon ’ s success, also underwent changes: it included not only new versions of old songs, but also several new compositions.
The film caused a scandal due to the appearance of LGBT characters in the frame.
Director Bill Condon said that the episode in which two men are dancing waltz, very short, and people who resent him, "inflated out of a fly elephant", but in Russia the picture was assigned an age rating of 16 +.
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A remake of the 1976 film, the actor's directorial debut.
The main roles were played by Cooper himself and they also performed songs.
The film tells about the relationship of aspiring singer Ellie and drunk famous musician Jackson Maine.
Initially, the picture was going to shoot, and it was planned to invite Bionse to the main female role.
Lady Gaga said in an interview that she has a lot in common with the heroine.
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The picture was nominated for seven Oscars, as a result, received one for best song.
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The 2023 Little Mermaid preserves Ariel’s core traits but reworks Prince Eric into a more fully realized character and gives Ariel and Eric more time to develop a believable relationship.

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The biggest story changes aren’t for Halle Bailey as Ariel

Whenever a new Disney live-action remake of an animated classic comes out, there’s always a hullabaloo about what, if anything, changed from the source material. Specifically, fans question whether the latest remake updates anything to take modern standards into account, or a creator boasts that it does — whether it’s giving LeFou an “exclusively gay moment” in 2017’s Beauty and the Beast or canning the Siamese cat song in 2019’s Lady and the Tramp.

For whatever reason, though, most of the filmmakers behind these projects seem determined to also “fix” the stories’ main heroines — usually losing what made them so appealing in the first place. The most nefarious case in point is Beauty and the Beast’s Belle, a character beloved by young bookworms everywhere. Making her a book-lover wasn’t enough for the 2017 remake, which also turned her into an inventor for some reason — and then did absolutely nothing with that plot point.

But in the case of the new Little Mermaid, director Rob Marshall and screenwriter David Magee actually picked the right character to update.

That isn’t Ariel, who for the most part keeps pretty much the same personality she had in the original, though she certainly gets more moments to flesh it out. Ariel is a beloved heroine, and Marshall and Magee understand what made her so appealing in the original animated Disney film. She’s curious, passionate, and idealistic, and the 1989 movie takes great care to highlight those things, while also embracing her faults, like her absent-mindedness and stubbornness. Halle Bailey’s stellar performance as Ariel in the live-action version bolsters all of those points. Even with some added moments, her Ariel is pretty much recognizable. She isn’t the one who needed to undergo a modern makeover, after all.

The character who really needed a change was Eric.

The original animated Eric is a hero of his era. He meets the minimum requirements to be a Disney Prince, in that he’s handsome and brave, and not much else. In the 1989 film, Ariel sees him on a ship, playing with his dog, and immediately falls in love with him. That’s pretty true to the original Hans Christian Andersen story — not to mention the Disney fairy-tale movies that came before — but in 2023, we need more evidence that this is a man worthy of Ariel’s time, and worthy of her giving up everything to try and be with him.

The 2023 live-action version of Eric, played by Jonah Hauer-King, isn’t just a hunk. He feels restless in his palace, and he wants to explore the world beyond his island nation, but he feels trapped by his mother’s rules. That’s a direct parallel to Ariel’s story, so it makes sense that she would relate to him. Her bargain with Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) is more about her desire to escape her father’s controlling rules about her being in love. (Ariel’s “Daddy, I love him!” line doesn’t make the cut in this version.) There’s a sense of comfort in knowing that there is at least one person on land who would understand her choice to leave the ocean. In Eric, she sees more of a kindred spirit than a soulmate.

The new Little Mermaid also gives Ariel and Eric more time to get to know each other. Instead of the dinner scene where Ariel bungles basic social interaction, now Ariel and Eric bond over Eric’s vast collection of trinkets he found on his adventures. As it turns out, they’re both total nerds when it comes to their interests, and they’re both just squirming to talk about what they love with someone. Ariel still can’t talk because of Ursula, but she’s still an active participant in the interaction, showing Eric a thing or two about his treasures from the sea, and eagerly poring over his maps. All their interactions are fueled by an awkward yet adorable attraction that just makes their romance all the more believable, and worth rooting for.

There are some superfluous changes to the live-action movie that don’t really add anything meaningful. For instance, Ariel’s sisters are rulers of their own seas, not Triton’s decorative choral singers, but they still don’t contribute much to the plot. Ursula has added motives, but that doesn’t come up beyond her introduction. Scuttle the seagull (voiced by Awkwafina) raps for a bit, because sure, why not? If you think too hard about some of the more consequential world-building changes in 2023’s The Little Mermaid, the movie begins to unravel.

But what makes The Little Mermaid isn’t whether the fish look good, or what exactly fuels Triton and Ursula’s feud. It all comes back to Ariel and her journey, which is fueled by the central romance between her and Eric. Just because Ariel falls in love doesn’t mean she’s not a strong and beloved protagonist, and just because Eric is a handsome and dashing prince doesn’t mean he lacks the substance behind that charming smile. By updating their romance, the 2023 Little Mermaid makes the love story more satisfying — and resonant for a new generation.

The Little Mermaid swims into theaters on May 26.

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The Little Mermaid remake also adds new characters such as Queen Salina, shifts Ariel’s age to 18, includes new songs, foregrounds diversity through Halle Bailey’s casting, and attracted both praise and CGI criticism.

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Content: It’s possible that being an only child was one reason I was not exposed to the phenomenon of Disney princess worship during my youth. On the other hand, the lack of a coordinated merchandising effort during the 1970s probably had much more to do with the fact that the company’s princess lineup wasn’t yet emerging as a cultural trend.

In that decade, Disney focused most of its marketing on the so-called “Sensational Six” core characters, including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck; along with product tie-ins to the 1977’s “The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.”

Of course, Disney had only made three princess movies up to that time. Those included 1937’s “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” 1950’s “Cinderella,” and 1959’s “Sleeping Beauty.” Following the introduction of Aurora in 1959, Disney would make moviegoers wait 30 years for the next princess to arrive in a film that would herald the start of the Disney Renaissance.

And that film was 1989’s “The Little Mermaid.”

Written and directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, the 28th Disney animated feature film was very loosely based on the 1837 Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen. It boasted a string of memorable songs that brought imbued the production with Broadway panache. Alan Menken wrote the score, and collaborated with Howard Ashman on the songs. The film scored three Academy Award nominations, winning two for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for “Under the Sea.”

The animated film featured the voices of Jodi Benson, Christopher Daniel Barnes, Pat Carroll, Samuel E. Wright, Jason Marin, Kenneth Mars, and Buddy Hackett.

Buoyed by the success of “The Little Mermaid,” the Disney Renaissance ran from the late 1980s to the late 1990s and unleashed a series of critically and commercially successful animated films. Of the 10 films considered part of this period, five were Disney princess films. By 2000, the list of Disney princess included Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, and Mulan. Andy Mooney, a former Nike executive who had been named president of Walt Disney Company's Disney Consumer Products division, saw an opportunity. He pitched the Disney Princess franchise line — and a generation of children became entranced consumers.

More than 20 years have gone by since the end of the Disney Renaissance and the official launch of Disney’s Princess Line. These days, Walt Disney Pictures is focused on making live-action adaptations of its animated films. The latest of these is “The Little Mermaid,” directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay written by David Magee. The film was released theatrically on May 26.

When evaluating a remake, adaptation, or reinterpretation of a classic film, one must consider not only the quality of the new film, but also how it compares to the original. It’s not enough to ask if the film entertaining and well executed. One must also determine what makes the remake valuable in its own right.

“The Little Mermaid” is set in the 1830s in the Caribbean. Ariel (Halle Bailey), youngest child of King Triton (Javier Bardem), lives in an underwater kingdom. Disney wisely mentions in its synopsis of the film that Ariel is 18 years old — not 16, as she was in the animated version.

Unlike her older sisters, Ariel is defiant and rebellious. She is captivated by a world beyond her reach, defying her father’s orders to study humans and collect their possessions from shipwrecks. She is often joined in this endeavor by her aquatic companions Flounder and Sebastian (voiced by Jacob Tremblay and Daveed Diggs, respectively); as well as by the birdbrained Scuttle (voiced by Awkwafina), a seabird whose understanding of human culture is amusingly erroneous.

When a sailing ship she has been watching is destroyed in a storm, she rescues Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King). When Triton learns Ariel interacted with the surface world, he goes on an overprotective father rampage, destroying her collection of bric-a-bracs, baubles, and curios while reiterating his mandate that she should not indulge her inclination to learn, explore, or meet new people. Ironically, Prince Eric’s adoptive mother, Queen Salina (Noma Dumezweni) places similar constraints upon him because she is fearful of the outside world and of losing her son.

Desperate to be reunited with Prince Eric — who she is in love with despite the fact that the two haven’t even actually met at this point — Ariel turns to Triton’s evil sister Ursula (Melissa McCarthy), a scheming sea witch who sees this as an opportunity to oust Triton and take power over all the world’s oceans. Ursula strikes a deal with Ariel, giving her legs in exchange for her voice. There’s a catch: If Ariel fails to receive true love’s kiss from Eric before the end of three days, she will become Ursula’s property. To make sure Ariel fails, Ursula also causes her to forget about needing to score that kiss.

That’s just the setup. If it seems a bit drawn out, imagine how it feels watching it on the screen. With a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes — 53 minutes longer than the 1989 animated version — it sometimes feels like we’re treading water. One wonders if, in a post-pandemic world filled with ADHD brains, kids can manage to maintain focus on this narrative that meanders its way from scene to scene without a sense of urgency. Sebastian and Flounder know that there is a looming deadline, but in this version of the story, Ariel has been robbed of that knowledge. In the animated version, she at least had a specific objective. She actively worked toward that goal. In this version, she is a starry-eyed young woman crushing on someone she barely knows, drifting dreamily between infatuation and limerence.

Because it is both a retelling of a classic fairy tale and a redesign of a beloved Disney property, the film suffers from a pronounced scarcity of creativity and originality. There are updates to the story, changes in individual characters, and a few additional songs. Some of these facelifts work, such as the addition of Queen Salina. Some of these addendum fall flat, such as Eric’s song “Wild Uncharted Waters,” written by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Miranda’s song “The Scuttlebutt,” performed by Awkwafina and Diggs, is a more palatable add-on, despite that fact that it is jarringly different tonally from other music in the film.

All the film’s flaws and miscalculations can be forgiven by its most impressive saving grace: Bailey’s performance is as remarkable as it is enchanting. Bailey stands out again and again in the murky, sketchy CGI undersea sequences, glowing with charisma and agency. She brings the magic that is noticeably lacking in elsewhere in the film, balancing the nostalgia of childhood memories with a contemporary attitude. She carries this film on her shoulders, filling it with a sense of wonder and awe that will inspire children to seek out unexplored horizons and work toward achieving their dreams.

Mind you: I’d prefer Ariel did not have to literally transform — for a man — to be deemed successful. This version somewhat mitigates that theme. Personal transformation is fine when prompted by a desire to become a better person, while self-change enacted strictly to please an individual or a group is unwise and unhealthy.

The film also features recurring examples — both subtle and palpable — that show gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity are beneficial to society. These are the very same principled concepts extremist legislators and ultraconservative judicial officials currently vilify as “woke,” as if being socially aware, compassionate, and empathetic has somehow become objectionable. If you ascribe to that mindset, you should probably skip this movie.

The bottom line is “The Little Mermaid” may not be as artistically inspired as the animated version, but a standout performance by Bailey keeps the film afloat. It frequently captures the kinetic energy of a Broadway stage production, delighting audiences both with signature songs and newly added sequences that enhance the story and the characters. It is consistently entertaining, with sporadic moments of dazzling brilliance.

If you don’t trust an old curmudgeon to properly evaluate a Disney Princess film, I’ll share a few points my 16-year-old daughter made.

According to B.C. Zumpe, the film’s CGI could have been better. She particularly enjoyed a scene in which Ariel and Eric are dancing in a village near his castle, while a Caribbean band plays.

“Some people want all the characters to look exactly like the originals,” she said. “It wouldn’t be fair if Disney excluded Halle just because of her skin color. They chose her for her voice and her spirit. Even if you’re only upset because she looks different from the Ariel you grew up with, you can’t expect them to keep everything the way you want it.”

My daughter also felt that Awkwafina did a good job in voicing Scuttle. She appreciated how the film promoted the idea that it is good to interact with other cultures and be open to new ideas.

She’s a good kid.

Photo courtesy of DISNEY

Halle Bailey stars as Ariel and Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric in “The Little Mermaid.”

Photo courtesy of DISNEY

Melissa McCarthy stars as Ursula in “The Little Mermaid.”

What controversy did Disney's The Little Mermaid spark globally?

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

What criticisms did the live-action Little Mermaid face from reviewers?

What controversy did Disney's The Little Mermaid spark globally?

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

What criticisms did the live-action Little Mermaid face from reviewers?

Some remakes altered tone and visuals, as The Jungle Book (2016) used realistic CGI animals and darker action sequences.

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

By turning classic animations into live-action films with major stars

Public reaction is mixed: some critics and audiences praise performances like Halle Bailey’s, while other responses include accusations of excessive political correctness, stylistic complaints about visuals, and low critical scores for titles such as Pinocchio.

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