# Report: Disney's Live-Action Remakes - Nostalgia, Adaptation, and Audience Reception

## Introduction

Disney's strategy of producing live-action remakes of their animated classics has become a prominent business model in recent years.

This report examines the motivations behind this trend, the role of nostalgia in driving financial success, how these adaptations balance authenticity with contemporary relevance, and public reception to these reimagined classics.

## The Business Strategy Behind Disney's Live-Action Remakes

### Financial Motivations

Disney's live-action remakes have proven to be highly profitable ventures.

For instance, the 2017 "Beauty and the Beast" remake grossed $1.

264 billion worldwide against a $225 million budget, becoming the highest-grossing live-action movie of that year.

This financial success is part of a broader strategy that has contributed to Disney's overall profitability, with the company reporting profits exceeding expectations in recent quarters.

The remakes serve multiple revenue streams beyond theatrical releases.

They contribute to Disney's streaming platform Disney+, which has seen significant growth, adding 7 million core subscribers in one quarter alone.

The company's large library of classic and modern films, including these remakes, has been instrumental in attracting and retaining subscribers.

### Strategic Positioning in the Market

Disney has positioned these remakes as both theatrical releases and streaming content, maximizing their reach across different distribution channels.

This dual approach allows Disney to capitalize on box office revenue while simultaneously strengthening their streaming service, which the company expects to achieve profitability by the fourth fiscal quarter of 2024.

## The Power of Nostalgia

### Tapping into Childhood Memories

Nostalgia serves as a powerful marketing tool for Disney's remakes.

Many adults who grew up with the original animated films form a core audience for these adaptations.

As noted in the context documents, "many of the world's population had their childhood shaped by some of these Disney characters," creating an inherent emotional connection that drives interest in the remakes.

These films are explicitly referred to as "nostalgic Disney projects" in industry coverage, highlighting how the company leverages this emotional connection in their marketing and development strategies.

### Intergenerational Appeal

The remakes create a unique intergenerational appeal, allowing parents to share beloved stories from their childhood with their children in a new format.

This expands the potential audience beyond those with direct nostalgia for the originals, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of cultural relevance that spans generations.

## Balancing Authenticity and Contemporary Relevance

### Cultural Adaptations and Sensitivity

Disney has demonstrated increasing awareness of cultural sensitivities in their remakes.

The 2020 "Mulan" remake serves as a prime example.

The original 1998 animated film had not resonated with Chinese audiences because it deviated significantly from the original Chinese poem, featured a comedic tone perceived as disrespectful, and included the caricatured micro-dragon Mushu, which was seen as mocking an ancient national symbol.

The remake appears to have been created with greater cultural sensitivity, acknowledging these previous missteps.

### Representation and Diversity

Recent remakes have made significant strides in representation and diversity.

The casting of Halle Bailey, a Black woman, as Ariel in "The Little Mermaid" (2023) represents a meaningful departure from the original character portrayal.

The impact of this decision has been profound, with videos of young Black girls reacting to seeing a princess who looks like them going viral on social media.

As Bailey noted, this representation is meaningful for "all the little Black and brown girls who are going to see themselves in you.

"

This approach reflects Disney's recognition of the importance of representation in media and the desire to make these classic stories more inclusive and relevant to contemporary audiences.

### Character Development and Story Updates

The remakes have generally expanded on character development and story elements compared to their animated counterparts.

While the context documents don't provide extensive details on specific changes across all remakes, they suggest a trend toward more nuanced characterizations and deeper storytelling that resonates with modern sensibilities while maintaining the core elements that made the originals beloved.

## Public Reception and Critical Response

### Positive Reception to Representation

The public response to more inclusive casting has been notably positive in many quarters.

The reaction to Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel exemplifies this, with young Black girls expressing excitement and connection to seeing themselves represented in a Disney princess.

Digital strategist Leslie Mac created a Twitter thread showcasing these reactions, noting that "we could all use this joy [right now].

"

### Initial Skepticism and Eventual Acceptance

There has been initial skepticism about the necessity of remaking beloved classics, with some questioning whether it's best to "leave things as they were.

" However, the commercial success of many of these films suggests that audiences have largely embraced the remakes when they maintain the spirit of the originals while offering something new.

### Character Interaction and Immersion

The context documents also mention positive reception to more authentic character interactions in Disney parks, such as meeting the Queen of Hearts as a face character rather than her usual masked version.

This suggests that audiences appreciate deeper, more authentic connections with these characters across all Disney experiences, including films.

## Conclusion

Disney's live-action remakes represent a sophisticated business strategy that leverages nostalgia while adapting classic stories for contemporary audiences.

The financial success of these films demonstrates their effectiveness as revenue generators, while the positive reception to more inclusive casting and culturally sensitive adaptations shows Disney's ability to balance authenticity with relevance.

For a podcaster interviewing a former Disney executive, these insights provide a foundation for exploring the decision-making processes behind these adaptations, the role of market research in determining which stories to remake, how audience feedback influences production choices, and the delicate balance between honoring beloved originals and creating something new for modern audiences.

The continued announcement of future remakes, including "Hercules" and others, suggests that this strategy will remain a core part of Disney's business model for the foreseeable future, making it a rich topic for discussion about the intersection of creativity, commerce, and cultural impact in modern entertainment.

# Report: Disney's Live-Action Remakes - Nostalgia, Adaptation, and Audience Reception

## Introduction

Disney's strategy of producing live-action remakes of their animated classics has become a prominent business model in recent years.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

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Content: Disney's Seven Dwarfs Replacement: Will Snow White Remove the Dwarfs from Live-Action Movie?

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Disney will release its live-action Snow White remake in 2024, but will the movie feature the seven classic dwarfs?

Continuing the train of Disney's live-action remakes of animated classics, Snow White will hit theaters in 2024, starring Shazam! Fury of the Gods' Rachel Zegler as the titular lead while Wonder Woman's Gal Gadot plays the Evil Queen.

The remake and Zegler have become enthralled in controversy recently after comments resurfaced from September 2022's D23 Fan Expo in which the actress panned the 1937 classic as outdated, teasing major changes for the modern update.

Will the Snow White Remake Include Seven Dwarfs?

Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs released in 1937 as an adaptation of an 1812 German fairy tale written by the Brothers Grimm. The story sees the young Snow White cross paths with seven dwarfs - who live in a woodland cottage and work in nearby mines - who accompany her on her adventures.

Arguably Hollywood's most famous dwarf actor Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones) commented on Disney's live-action Snow White remake in an interview with Marc Maron's WTF podcast, via The Wrap

The actor explained how he was "taken aback" by the casting of Latina actress Rachel Zegler as Snow White while they are "still telling" the original story:

“Literally no offence to anyone, but I was a little taken aback when they were very proud to cast a Latina actress as Snow White. You’re still telling the story of ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.’ Take a step back and look at what you’re doing there. It makes no sense to me.”

Dinklage commented on how Snow White has been "progressive in one way" by casting a Latina actress in the leading role, but called the seven dwarfs' role in the original story "f***ing backwards:"

“You’re progressive in one way and you’re still making that f—ing backwards story about seven dwarfs living in a cave together, what the f— are you doing, man? Have I done nothing to advance the cause from my soapbox? I guess I’m not loud enough.”

To avoid any controversy over the iconic and titular seven dwarfs, Disney has opted to omit the dwarfs from Snow White altogether. According to a casting sheet that was seen by The Wrap, the live-action remake will instead fill the seven dwarf companion roles with "magical creatures."

A statement shared with the outlet by Disney confirmed they will be taking "a different approach" to "avoid reinforcing stereotypes:"

“To avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, we are taking a different approach with these seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community. We look forward to sharing more as the film heads into production after a lengthy development period.”

A leaked set photo from the remake's production revealed a look at Zegler's Snow White with these seven "magical creatures."

Every Major Change Confirmed for Disney's Snow White Remake

During an interview with Variety at the D23 Expo, Snow White's Rachel Zegler and the Evil Queen's Gal Gadot noted how the filmmakers have brought a "modern edge" to the story as it's "no longer 1937" - when the original movie was made.

The pair confirmed Snow White is "not going to be saved by the prince" this time around, nor will she be "dreaming about true love." Instead, she will be "dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be."

Speaking with ExtraTV in September 2022, Zegler noted how the original Snow White saw a "love story with a guy who literally stalks her," which they have opted to change. While the movie does have a Prince Charming actor, Andrew Burnap, the actress remarked "all of [his] scenes could get cut" as this movie will very much not be a love story akin to the 1937 animated movie.

These changes combined with the omission of the iconic seven dwarfs certainly paint the picture of a rather different Snow White story to the ones that multiple generations have known and loved for almost 100 years.

Snow White hits theaters on March 22, 2024.

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Content: The Cast of 2017’s “Beauty and the Beast” Live-Action Movie

When Disney first announced a remake of its 1991 classic, Beauty and the Beast, there was a bit of skepticism on if it wasn’t best to leave things as they were. Many of the world’s population had their childhood shaped by some of these Disney characters.

Then again, Disney has a reputation for excellence. And so, in faith, we waited and were graced by the remarkable live-action remake. Beauty and the Beast (2017) went on to be the highest-grossing live-action movie of 2017. With a budget of $225 million, it was a box office hit grossing $1.264 billion.

It’s no easy feat to bring one of the world’s most popular fairytale stories to life. To this end, here is the iconic cast for 2017’s Beauty and the Beast live-action movie.

Belle (Emma Watson)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Emma Watson is Hollywood’s sweetheart and can practically do no wrong in the eyes of her fans and admirers. Starting her professional acting career as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter movie series, there has always been a sense of innocence in her acting style.

No other was perfect to be cast as Belle in a live-action Beauty and the Beast remake. While most of the story and characters stayed the same, Belle’s life before meeting the Beast was slightly tweaked. Besides knowing she loved reading books from the original animated movie, there needed to be a backstory that’ll make sense in a live-action movie.

Like her father, she became an inventor who designed a type of washing machine to afford her enough time to read. Belle goes in search of her father and finds herself in a mysterious castle. She meets the Beast, and both will fall in love and help break the enchantress’s curse.

Beast (Dan Stevens)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

What’s a Beauty and the Beast storyline without the Beast? With motion capture, Dan Stevens plays the character of Beast. Beast gets transformed when he meets an enchantress who places a curse on him.

She leaves him with a rose flower, telling him to find love and receive love before all the petals fall from the flower. Beast would eventually find love in Belle.

Gaston (Luke Evans)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Luke Evans plays the main antagonist, Gaston. Gaston is a handsome, arrogant, and narcissistic skilled hunter who wants to marry Belle. However, the more she refuses to love him, the more he feels the need to have her.

When he discovers Belle has fallen in love with the Beast and not him, he jumps on an opportunity to mobilize the villagers to kill the Beast.

Maurice (Kevin Kline)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Kevin Kline plays the character of Maurice, Belle’s father. While going to the market, Maurice gets lost in the forest and flees into the nearest castle to escape attacking wolves. But, unfortunately, he’s kept prisoner by the Beast.

When his horse returns home without him, Belle sets out to find him. She pleads with the Beast to swap places with her father. Maurice is released and tries to mobilize the villagers to help free his daughter Belle.

LeFou (Josh Gad)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Josh Gad plays the character of LeFou, Gaston’s closest friend and ego booster. He loves animals, but although illiterate, he’s not one to always agree with Gaston’s decisions.

When Gaston abandons him, he teams up with the servants in Beast’s castle. LeFou realized almost too late how egoistic and unkind Gaston was.

Lumière (Ewan McGregor)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

The Scottish actor, Ewan McGregor, plays the character of Lumière. Lumière is Beast’s charming maître d’. With the enchantress curse, Lumière gets transformed into a candelabra.

Cadenza (Stanley Tucci)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Tucci plays Cadenza, the neurotic maestro and composer in Beast’s castle. The enchantress’s curse turns him into a harpsichord. Cadenza is also the husband of Madame de Garderobe.

Madame de Garderobe (Audra McDonald)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

What’s a neurotic maestro without his singer? Audra McDonald plays Madame de Garderobe, a world-class opera singer in the Beast’s court. She’s also the wife of Cadenza. She’s transformed into the ever-cheerful wardrobe character.

Plumette (Gugu Mbatha-Raw)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Gugu Mbatha-Raw plays and provides the voice-over for Plumette. Plumette is a maid in Beast’s castle and the love interest of Lumière. But, unfortunately, the curse transforms Plumette into a feather duster.

Cogsworth (Ian McKellen)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Ian McKellen is known for playing the roles of Magneto in X-Men and Gandalf in the film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. He takes on the character of Cogsworth in this movie.

Cogsworth is the stern-looking butler in Beast’s castle. As the butler, he also doubles as the head of the castle’s staff. The character gets transformed into a mantel clock by the enchantress’s curse.

Mrs. Potts (Emma Thompson)

Credit: Beauty and the Beast

Every castle needs housekeepers and one to control its affairs. Emma Thompson portrays and voices the adorable Mrs. Potts, who gets transformed into a teapot by the curse.

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Following Aladdin, Guy Ritchie Has Scored Another Live-Action Disney Remake

After all the commercial success Disney live-action movies have racked up, it wasn’t a question of if there’d be a next one, it was when. And the House of Mouse has just lined up an exciting new remake from the director of 2019's Aladdin, Guy Ritchie. It looks like the filmmaker is on board to go the distance and helm the live-action Hercules

Back in 2020, it was announced that Disney was developing a live-action Hercules project, with Avengers: Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo attached. Per a Deadline report, the Russo brothers are set to produce the movie, and Guy Ritchie will take the reins on adapting the Greek mythological tale Disney originally tackled in 1997.

Disney is reportedly in the process of finalizing the script for the Hercules remake after Dave Callaham, writer behind Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Wonder Woman 1984 and The Expendables, wrote the movie’s first draft. The rest of the details are thin on the upcoming Disney movie otherwise, but previously Joe Russo said he and Anthony have a “strong emotional connection” to the original movie and want to “build it out” beyond the vision of the animated classic.

Guy Ritchie initially become known for his contemporary comedic crime films like Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, but he has also branched out to blockbuster action films like 2009’s Sherlock Holmes, 2015’s The Man From U.N.C.L.E. and Aladdin with Disney. His first live-action film with Disney was a massive success, nabbing over $1 billion in box office revenue. The movie received mixed reviews from critics, but moviegoers enjoyed the movie overall, with the movie receiving an A CinemaScore.

Disney's original Hercules was written by Ron Clements and John Musker, who had previously written The Little Mermaid and Aladdin for Disney. The animated musical included original music from Alan Menken, who wrote a lot of the music for Disney movies in the ‘90s. Hercules is, of course, a loose adaptation of Greek mythology featuring the son of Zeus, who becomes a hero on Earth.

1997's Hercules memorably featured musical muses, who narrate the story through song. Ahead of the live-action movie finding Guy Ritchie, a number of talents have placed their name in the running to be a muse including Jennifer Hudson, Amber Riley and Lizzo. Previously when word of the live-action Hercules remake first was announced, fans also got passionate about making sure Danny DeVito reprises the role of Phil

As the live-action Hercules finds momentum behind the scenes, there are a number of other Disney remakes coming our way before we see “Zero To Hero” in live action. Before the end of the year, Pinocchio and Peter Pan & Wendy are expected to join other Disney+ movies, and a live-action The Little Mermaid will hit theaters on May 26, 2023. We’ll keep you posted here on CinemaBlend as we learn more about these nostalgic Disney projects.

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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

This report examines the motivations behind this trend, the role of nostalgia in driving financial success, how these adaptations balance authenticity with contemporary relevance, and public reception to these reimagined classics.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

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Content: The new story about Cinderella is a modernized musical adaptation of a classic fairy tale, although we should also wait for the execution of cover versions of famous pop hits, as it has been done a million times before, in particular in Moulin Rouge! (2001).
The film will also differ from the traditional story in that the new Cinderella wants to become a dressmaker, not a princess!
In the dress and with a magic wand: the fairy in the new “Cinderella ” was actor Billy Porter
What amazes the new film about Cinderella
It seems that the writers for the project Amazon Prime Video tried to make a new high-profile musical to interest modern youth.
That is why they moved away from the canon "every girl wants to be a princess" and the new Cinderella wants to realize herself as a fashion designer.
It seems that such a rethinking is no longer relevant, because recently we watched “Cruella ” from Disney with a similar feminine image.
But there was no prince.
The scandal in the network added actor Billy Porter, who took the role of a gender-neutral fairy godmother (Fairy Godmother).
Camila Cabello in the movie "Cinderella" / Photo Kinorium
Reviews and ratings on Rotten Tomatoes
In Los Angeles on August 30, 2021, the official premiere of the film took place, film critics were invited to it, who with their reviews were supposed to fuel interest in the film before the premiere on the streaming service Amazon Prime Video.
So now we can finally learn some thoughts about the musical.
One critic agreed that the film is actually very superficial and does not fully reveal the characters.
Although they seem to be divided on whether this makes the film an interesting game to turn off the brain, or still leaves it empty for empathy.
The cast did not touch the critics, which makes the musical itself mediocre.
Although there were those who were struck by Camila Cabello with her debut game in the tape.
As promising as the plot may be, Cinderella bends under the weight of her intentions, and even her formidable line-up – Idina Menzel, Billy Porter, Minnie Driver and Pierce Brosnan – cannot save her.
It lacks magic and elegance, magnetic qualities. "
Billy Porter at the premiere of the film in Los Angeles / Photo Getty Images
It is interesting to see this new interpretation, especially given the recent events in the royal family with Harry and Meghan, rethinking priorities in this regard,
Deadline reaction.
According to the Independent: “Cinderella lacks feminist views.
The main character is aware of the limitations of her fairytale world - women are forbidden to own a business - she works only to improve her life.
If she can attract a foreign clientele to the ball and secure her own financial future, who needs solidarity or love? "
It is worth adding that on the well-known independent site Rotten Tomatoes, the film “Cinderella ” so far has a disappointing rating of 39% of 100% from critics.
Rating pictures can save only the reviews of the audience, positive, of course.
“Cinderella ” 2021: watch the trailer of the film

## The Business Strategy Behind Disney's Live-Action Remakes

### Financial Motivations

Disney's live-action remakes have proven to be highly profitable ventures.

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Mattel also is emerging from a difficult period. A tough economy has weighed on households, which has led to lower spending on toys. In recent months, toy retailers struggled to manage high levels of inventory -- and that translated into lower sales for Mattel.

But this is a short-term challenge -- and investors who aim to buy and hold Mattel shares could benefit from growth over the long haul. The company has what it takes to make that happen. Mattel holds a solid portfolio of intellectual property, including brands we all know such as Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price. In fact, Mattel calls these three its "power brands."

Mattel aims to broaden the earnings potential of these brands -- and it recently did so by releasing Barbie, the movie, through its Mattel Films business along with Warner Bros. Barbie, having brought in more than $1.3 billion since its July release, has become Warner Bros.' highest-grossing global release. Mattel signed more than 165 partnerships for products related to the film. And, after many Barbie-related items sold out, Mattel aims to release others in the coming months.

Though today's economic situation still is hurting toy sales, the company has managed to grow free cash flow and gain market share.

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To show its confidence in its own business, Mattel also has resumed share buybacks.

Mattel shares have advanced 24% this year. But considering the company's solid portfolio of brands and the potential to expand earnings through films and partnerships, the stock could continue to progress over time. That's why, trading at less than 20 times forward earnings estimates, Mattel shares look like a top buy right now.

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How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

For instance, the 2017 "Beauty and the Beast" remake grossed $1.

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BOONE, NC – The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country invites audiences of all ages to “Be Our Guest” at family-friendly prices for a special Saturday afternoon screening of the beloved Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast.” The Academy Award-winning movie has been hailed by Time magazine as the greatest film of the Disney Renaissance and one of the greatest animated films of all time.

The movie will be shown at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 18 and is only 84 minutes in duration with a general admission ticket price of only $6 per person. It is the second screening on the “Family Favorites” film series sponsored by Allen Wealth Management with five beloved movies from now through the winter and spring months of 2023.

“Beauty and the Beast” is a 1991 animated musical romantic fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The 30th Disney animated feature film and the third released during the Disney Renaissance period, it is based on the 1756 fairy tale of the same name by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont (who was only credited in the version released in France), while also containing ideas from the 1946 French film of the same name directed by Jean Cocteau. The film was directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise and produced by Don Hahn, from a screenplay by Linda Woolverton.

The film focuses on the relationship between the Beast (voiced by Robby Benson), a prince who is magically transformed into a monster and his servants into household objects as punishment for his arrogance, and Belle (voiced by Paige O’Hara), a young woman whom he imprisons in his castle in exchange for her father. To break the curse, the Beast must learn to love Belle and earn her love in return before the last petal falls from an enchanted rose or else, he will remain a monster forever. The film also features the voices of Richard White, Jerry Orbach, David Ogden Stiers, and Angela Lansbury, who sings the memorable title song.

Walt Disney first attempted to adapt Beauty and the Beast into an animated film during the 1930s and 1950s but was unsuccessful. Following the success of “The Little Mermaid” (1989), Walt Disney Pictures decided to adapt the fairy tale, which Richard Purdum originally conceived as a non-musical period drama. After seeing a test reel, Disney chairman Jeffrey Katzenberg scrapped Purdum’s idea and ordered that the film be a musical like “The Little Mermaid” instead.

Lyricist Howard Ashman and composer Alan Menken wrote the film’s songs. Ashman, who additionally served as the film’s executive producer, died of AIDS-related complications six months before the film’s release, and the film is thus dedicated to his memory.

“Beauty and the Beast” premiered as an unfinished film at the New York Film Festival on September 29, 1991, followed by its theatrical release as a completed film at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles on November 13. The film grossed $331 million at the box office worldwide on a $25 million budget and received widespread critical acclaim for its romantic narrative, animation (particularly the ballroom scene), characters, and musical numbers.

The film won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, the first animated film to ever win that category. It also became the first animated film to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 64th Academy Awards (ultimately losing to “The Silence of the Lambs”), where it won the Academy Award for Best Original Score and Best Original Song for its title song and received additional nominations for Best Original Song and Best Sound. In April 1994, “Beauty and the Beast” became Disney’s first animated film to be adapted into a Broadway musical, which ran until 2007.

In 2002, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress for being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” After the success of the 3D re-release of “The Lion King,” the film was reissued in 3D in 2012. A liveaction adaptation of the film directed by Bill Condon was released on March 17, 2017.

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While the App Theatre’s online ticketing system is accessible 24/7, customers can avoid the online service fees by visiting the lobby box office between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. from Tuesday through Friday, or two hours prior to showtime for each film. For a complete performance schedule of all upcoming events, or to sign up for the theatre’s e-blast distribution list, visit the organization’s website at www.apptheatre.org

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264 billion worldwide against a $225 million budget, becoming the highest-grossing live-action movie of that year.

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

This financial success is part of a broader strategy that has contributed to Disney's overall profitability, with the company reporting profits exceeding expectations in recent quarters.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

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

The remakes serve multiple revenue streams beyond theatrical releases.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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They contribute to Disney's streaming platform Disney+, which has seen significant growth, adding 7 million core subscribers in one quarter alone.

The company's large library of classic and modern films, including these remakes, has been instrumental in attracting and retaining subscribers.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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### Strategic Positioning in the Market

Disney has positioned these remakes as both theatrical releases and streaming content, maximizing their reach across different distribution channels.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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This dual approach allows Disney to capitalize on box office revenue while simultaneously strengthening their streaming service, which the company expects to achieve profitability by the fourth fiscal quarter of 2024.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
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What motivates Disney to keep producing live-action remakes despite mixed reviews?

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

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

## The Power of Nostalgia

### Tapping into Childhood Memories

Nostalgia serves as a powerful marketing tool for Disney's remakes.

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

Many adults who grew up with the original animated films form a core audience for these adaptations.

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

As noted in the context documents, "many of the world's population had their childhood shaped by some of these Disney characters," creating an inherent emotional connection that drives interest in the remakes.

These films are explicitly referred to as "nostalgic Disney projects" in industry coverage, highlighting how the company leverages this emotional connection in their marketing and development strategies.

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Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

### Intergenerational Appeal

The remakes create a unique intergenerational appeal, allowing parents to share beloved stories from their childhood with their children in a new format.

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

This expands the potential audience beyond those with direct nostalgia for the originals, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of cultural relevance that spans generations.

## Balancing Authenticity and Contemporary Relevance

### Cultural Adaptations and Sensitivity

Disney has demonstrated increasing awareness of cultural sensitivities in their remakes.

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Mere weeks separate viewers from the official arrival of Disney’s live-action Little Mermaid, but the film faces an uphill battle if it wants to re-seize relevance.

The appearance of some of the flick’s vital characters, including Flounder and Sebastian, has come under harsh scrutiny in recent weeks after fans got their first glimpse of the aquatic creatures and quickly recoiled. Flounder, in particular, has seen broad backlash from longtime Disney fans, as they decry his upsetting live-action look and wonder where Ariel’s cute, colorful friend swam off to.

Despite — or perhaps because of — her fishy friend’s unpalatable appearance, the Little Mermaid herself balked at a question about which of her underwater companions she’d consume if forced. The question was a bit out of left field in the first place, but Bailey’s reaction proves why she, at least, is the perfect fit for Disney’s fresh attempt at The Little Mermaid.

Once the fantasy film is released, Bailey’s name will be synonymous with The Little Mermaid — for good or for ill — for quite some time. Popular actors like Harry Potter’s Emma Watson can attest to that, even decades after the fact. The actor recently took a step back from the spotlight, after admitting that a lack of control over her projects made the actress feel boxed in. Hopefully the same won’t be true for Bailey, whose career is just starting to truly blossom onscreen.

Even if The Little Mermaid performs better than expected, Bailey’s career may be limited in the coming months, as the effects of the Writers Guild of America strike spread. Upcoming projects could see massive delays, depending on the length of the strike, but plenty of creatives are throwing their full support behind the strike. It may be bad news for anticipated upcoming releases, but The Sandman’s Neil Gaiman is standing by his fellow writers.

Neil Gaiman voices his support for the Writers Guild of America strike

The author behind The Sandman and Good Omens, Neil Gaiman, made his opinions on the Writers Guild of America strike clear. He took to Twitter in the early hours of May 2, when the strike began, to vocalize his support for his fellow WGA members. Noting his presence among their ranks, Gaiman assured fans that Good Omens 2 should proceed as planned, but asserted that he is joining the other members in the strike. He also said that, while he wishes “this wasn’t happening,” he “support[s] it absolutely.”

Emma Watson explains her step back from acting

Harry Potter’s own Hermione Granger took a step back from the world of acting several years ago, after maintaining a consistent onscreen presence for nearly 20 years. Her first gig — in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone — was filmed when Watson was only 10 years old. She’s been in the industry for most of her life now, and after 2019’s Pretty Women finished filming, she vowed to take a break from the spotlight. She admitted to feeling “a bit caged” by projects she was engaged in but had very little control over. The effort of standing by a project she had a minor say in became difficult as Watson grew older, and we imagine at least some of that frustration stems from Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling’s close association with the trans-exclusionary movement.

No, Halle Bailey wouldn’t take a bite out of Flounder or Sebastian

Halle Bailey dazzled at the Met Gala last night, arriving at the event in a stunning white get-up that pulled attention from many of the similarly-sleek attendees. In an interview on the red carpet, Bailey gave the perfect answer to a startling question that might just border on cannibalism. Responding to a question of whether she’d prefer to eat Flounder or Sebastian were she forced to, the incoming Disney princess gave an aghast answer, noting that she wouldn’t eat either. “They’re my friends,” she insisted, securing herself as the perfect casting choice for Disney’s live-action Ariel.

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Disney just finished celebrating their first ever Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite and reviews are raving!

The event was offered to Guests for two nights in June, both of which sold out completely, and offered special events, meet and greets, and character interactions. Videos of the event have been shared around Twitter and TikTok, sharing the experience with fans that were unable to attend.

Many of these videos share the various rare characters that were available during the event, including the Muses from Hercules (1997), Mulan as Ping, Oaken from Frozen (2013), and the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland (1951). While the Queen of Hearts has been at other events before, she appeared at Pride Nite as a face character for the first time.

At her previous appearances, the Queen has always been a “fur” or “masked” character, wearing a big head piece to serve as the character’s head. Other characters that typically meet this way are Jafar, Hades, TweedleDee and TweedleDum, and Buzz Lightyear. Maleficent, Cruella, and the Evil Queen have been meeting as face-to-face characters for years.

When masked characters meet, they don’t talk, limited to interacting with Guests via gestures and a character attendant interpreting for them. A TikTok video shared an interaction with the Queen as a face character and it proves why the humans should all meet as face characters rather than wearing the larger-than-life masks.

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The video, shared by @mandalodien, has viewers “obsessed” in the comments. The Queen stares at her reflection in the phone, calling herself “stunning,” laughing maniacally, and able to actually interact with the Guest. The comments are full of support, praising Disney’s decision to make her a face character, saying her laugh was “perfect.”

Another video shows the same Queen playing croquet with the Guests, demanding her hedgehog, while yet another shows her joyously celebrating her unbirthday, while each video shows her just being overall sassy and entertaining.

With the overwhelmingly positive reception of meeting the Queen of Hearts as a face character instead of her usual masked character, it proves that there’s demand for the other characters to also meet face-to-face. It would allow those characters to provide more of an interaction with Guests while showcasing their storytelling abilities, creating even more magical moments for Disney Guests.

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Even for a properly working Disney remake conveyor, Mulan is a special product.
The original 1998 cartoon did not appeal to the Chinese audience.
The story has gone too far from the plot of the Chinese poem, the comedic intonation was perceived as disrespectful, the caricature of the microdragon Mushu, voiced by the voice of Eddie Murphy, seemed a mockery of the ancient national symbol.
However, in the late 90s, the heads of the studio could not worry about this: the Chinese market is still growing.
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udavf 6 May 2020, 11: 27
When is the film premiere?
Valery Kharitonov 16 August 2020, 14: 00
4 september
Bohdan Chubenko 6 September 2020, 12: 38
Evaluation
Funny movie, if it was an absolute remake then it was not so interesting, and so the film repeats the actions of the 1st cartoon about Mulan, but at the same time vido changes them and complements this 10 / 10
Natalia Petryashova 11 September 2020, 17: 44
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It's a really cool movie.
In one breath, two hours flew by unnoticed.
I watched the 3D- 🏻 🏻 Both the game of artists, and the shooting, and the plot itself impressed me.
I want to go again.
I haven ’ t seen the Disney movie (I want to see it), but the movie is impressive.
I recommend it.
Sergey Tsvir 13 September 2020, 08: 41
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The movie is full of shit run from here where your eyes look, and if you look then life back nor will you return!!!
I lost 1 hour 55 minutes of my life in vain!!!
Ivan Maslov 13 September 2020, 22: 36
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Good good movie.
You can watch the whole family.
I was expecting a lot of songs since Disney, but it's okay here, not a musical.
Not too long, dynamic.
I recommend it!
ferula2011 September 14, 2020 21: 57
The Chinese are much better at making films about themselves.
Delain61 September 15, 2020 11: 10
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Disney continues to break through the bottom and drip into the brain with an agenda.
The game of the main caste can be compared to the game of bricks.
The frozen emotion of “sour lemon ” on the face of the main character began to irritate already by the middle of the film.
The most emotional were the characters of Hop Hay (Lalalay, China is one) - a pathetic attempt to replace the strong cisgender character Captain Li Shang (not on the same story), and Cricket (yes, a great idea to make the cartoon assistant of the main character a separate uninteresting and, in general, unnecessary character).
There is nothing to say about character development.
The girl is immediately born "special" and she does not need to do anything, except "accept and believe in herself and stop deceiving others, otherwise the fashion will not work (and, as it were, no one cares what she lies to others, and not to herself, because you still want to live).
Nothing to do with the cartoon, where Mulan had to try hard and so she achieved success (one of the ideas of the film, in fact, that without difficulty dinner will not be.
It ’ s as if they ’ re all there).
In short, the standard "agenda" from Disney.
And in order to emphasize the "uniqueness of the woman-warrior" even more, not only did they either remove or depersonalize normal male heroes (the director apparently does not believe in his creation so much that she was afraid that Mulan would be lost behind the minor heroes) and added a slurred, resentful witch (straight victim of intolerance, yo-my), plus completely merged all the assistants (true, but also). Why would she want them if she was born and can do everything?)
Dialogues are a separate feature of the film.
Who will go, count and unsubscribe, please, how many times per film will sound the words "honor", "shame", "girl", "woman" and "warrior".
Because it seems to me that the writers only know these words.
Pavel.Rashchupkin September 15, 2020 14: 49
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Rare nonsense, if only to go to sleep, more in the cinema on this film to do nothing!
Ksenia Ignateva September 17, 2020 22: 51
I really liked it!!!
I recommend watching!
Oksana Pertseva 21 September 2020, 07: 53
I really like martial arts, and in 3D, so in general beauty.
Anyone who has seen a cartoon with children should also go to the film.
Those who haven ’ t seen it will have to go.)
Oksana Pertseva 21 September 2020, 07: 56
in response to Delain61 post dated 15 September 2020, 11: 10
Strange.
It is hard to judge a foreign culture.
But those who are familiar with the Eastern culture, he will understand and appreciate.
The American hero is a single man, of course, more real.
Ksenia Dil 23 October 2020, 09: 41
Great movie!!!
I advise you to go
Dmitry Pasenko 27 January 2023, 11: 41
Evaluation
Well, yeah, yeah, no Mu-Shu dragon was added because they were afraid of the negativity from China.
How did the word “China ” disappear from the dialogue?
Won't that hurt them?
Some empire without a name they have in the movie, but the heroine is Mulan, it was necessary to remove it.
Where's Shan?
Who would he hurt?
Well, this little general character that taught Mulan to be a warrior, lost his father and at the end of the cartoon came to get married?
In the movie, Mulan is born to fight because she has Qi in her.
What stupid nonsense - she knows how to fight just because, not because of learning from a good teacher.
Through the word negative to men as such.
That's not the Mulan!
Let not think of a girl who lived thousands of years ago in a society with those mores about modern aspirations!
The writers have to get sucked in.
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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

The original 1998 animated film had not resonated with Chinese audiences because it deviated significantly from the original Chinese poem, featured a comedic tone perceived as disrespectful, and included the caricatured micro-dragon Mushu, which was seen as mocking an ancient national symbol.

The remake appears to have been created with greater cultural sensitivity, acknowledging these previous missteps.

How did Disney respond to criticism from Peter Dinklage regarding stereotypes?

Consulted members of the dwarfism community to avoid reinforcing stereotypes

How does Peter Pan and Wendy enhance inclusivity?

Tiger Lily avoids stereotype
The Lost Boys are portrayed as diverse

### Representation and Diversity

Recent remakes have made significant strides in representation and diversity.

How does Peter Pan and Wendy enhance inclusivity?

The Lost Boys are portrayed as diverse
Down syndrome child included

How does Peter Pan and Wendy enhance inclusivity?

The Lost Boys are portrayed as diverse
Down syndrome child included

The casting of Halle Bailey, a Black woman, as Ariel in "The Little Mermaid" (2023) represents a meaningful departure from the original character portrayal.

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Content: Viral

Little Black Girls Are In Awe Of Halle Bailey In The Little Mermaid

“She’s Brown like me!”

Ever since the trailer for Disney's live-action version of The Little Mermaid was released, it has been making waves on social media. Specifically among little Black girls, who marveled at the first look of a little mermaid who looks just like them. Singer and actress Halle Bailey plays the new Princess Ariel in the remake, making her the first Black woman to portray the Disney princess. While the movie’s release isn’t until 2023, Bailey has already made an incredible impact.

Since the Disney’s first teaser trailer dropped on Sept. 9, videos have been circulating across TikTok and Twitter showing “blind reactions” to young Black girls seeing the live-action trailer for the first time, which includes a short glimpse of Bailey as Ariel underwater, singing the song, “Part of Your World.” Reactions have ranged from complete shock to pure awe and excitement.

And despite the constant racism and ignorance that has circulated around Bailey since it was announced that she will play the Disney princess, many are choosing to focus on the positivity of this moment. As one Twitter user shared in her own viral thread, writing, “As I stroll on TikTok, I keep seeing parents video their children reacting to The Little Mermaid trailer. So instead of focusing so much on the negative, I thought I’d show a thread of the little black kids who are excited to see their favorite princess look like them.” Facts.

TikTok user @nickyknackpaddywack, for instance, shared a video of her daughter watching the trailer, her eyes glued to the TV. “Mommy! She's Brown like me,” the young girl tells her mother.

TikTok user @jendayis682 filmed her daughter watching the trailer and her reaction was just beautiful. “She’s Black! She looks so pretty,” her daughter excitedly says when she sees Bailey, then asks her mom, “Is Ariel actually Black?” Her mom responds, “In this Little Mermaid she will be!”

“Do you understand how it feels for our babies to see themselves in the fairy tales that the world said wasn't made for them,” @jendayis682 wrote in the caption of her viral TikTok video. “Say what you want and complain all you want ... I hear nothing over the joy and excitement that this little girl has overseeing a person that represents her.”

Digital strategist and consultant Leslie Mac created an entire Twitter thread showcasing a bunch of little Black girls’ reactions to Bailey as Ariel because, as she put it, “we could all use this joy [right now].”

The compilation of the videos even managed to get the attention of Ariel herself! “People have been sending these reactions to me all weekend and i’m in truly in awe this means the world to me,” Bailey tweeted on Sept. 12.

In a recent interview with Variety, Bailey spoke about the cultural impact her role in The Little Mermaid has had. “It was an inspiring and beautiful thing to hear their words of encouragement, telling me, ‘You don’t understand what this is doing for us, for our community, for all the little Black and brown girls who are going to see themselves in you,” Bailey told Variety for its 2022 Power of Young Hollywood issue.

The live-action depiction of The Little Mermaid premieres in theaters on May 26, 2023 and you can bet these little girls will be there.

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

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

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

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

The impact of this decision has been profound, with videos of young Black girls reacting to seeing a princess who looks like them going viral on social media.

As Bailey noted, this representation is meaningful for "all the little Black and brown girls who are going to see themselves in you.

"

This approach reflects Disney's recognition of the importance of representation in media and the desire to make these classic stories more inclusive and relevant to contemporary audiences.

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Content: NEWS
Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
Tags:

How does Peter Pan and Wendy enhance inclusivity?

Tiger Lily avoids stereotype
Down syndrome child included

How does Peter Pan and Wendy enhance inclusivity?

Tiger Lily avoids stereotype
Down syndrome child included

### Character Development and Story Updates

The remakes have generally expanded on character development and story elements compared to their animated counterparts.

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Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

While the context documents don't provide extensive details on specific changes across all remakes, they suggest a trend toward more nuanced characterizations and deeper storytelling that resonates with modern sensibilities while maintaining the core elements that made the originals beloved.

Title:

Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

## Public Reception and Critical Response

### Positive Reception to Representation

The public response to more inclusive casting has been notably positive in many quarters.

How did audiences react to the 2020 Mulan live-action remake?

Some positive reactions praising both changes and additions

The reaction to Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel exemplifies this, with young Black girls expressing excitement and connection to seeing themselves represented in a Disney princess.

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

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

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

Debate over both Ariel's casting and racial representation.

Digital strategist Leslie Mac created a Twitter thread showcasing these reactions, noting that "we could all use this joy [right now].

"

### Initial Skepticism and Eventual Acceptance

There has been initial skepticism about the necessity of remaking beloved classics, with some questioning whether it's best to "leave things as they were.

Title:

Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

" However, the commercial success of many of these films suggests that audiences have largely embraced the remakes when they maintain the spirit of the originals while offering something new.

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Content: NEWS
Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
Tags:

How did audiences react to the 2020 Mulan live-action remake?

Some positive reactions praising both changes and additions

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

How did audiences react to the 2020 Mulan live-action remake?

Some positive reactions praising both changes and additions

How successful was the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King?

Worldwide revenues exceeded one billion dollars

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

### Character Interaction and Immersion

The context documents also mention positive reception to more authentic character interactions in Disney parks, such as meeting the Queen of Hearts as a face character rather than her usual masked version.

What approach makes Disney's classics successful according to John Musker?

Immersing audiences in story-driven worlds rather than pushing preconceived ideas.

What approach makes Disney's classics successful according to John Musker?

Immersing audiences in story-driven worlds rather than pushing preconceived ideas.

This suggests that audiences appreciate deeper, more authentic connections with these characters across all Disney experiences, including films.

Title:

Content: NEWS
Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
Tags:

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

What approach makes Disney's classics successful according to John Musker?

Immersing audiences in story-driven worlds rather than pushing preconceived ideas.

According to John Musker, what should Disney prioritize in its remakes?

What approach makes Disney's classics successful according to John Musker?

Immersing audiences in story-driven worlds rather than pushing preconceived ideas.

## Conclusion

Disney's live-action remakes represent a sophisticated business strategy that leverages nostalgia while adapting classic stories for contemporary audiences.

Title:

Content: NEWS
Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
Tags:

Title:

Content: The Little Mermaid’ Star Jacob Tremblay Adressess Controversial Flounder Design (VIDEO)

"……what happened to Flounder."

Toronto Staff Writer

The Little Mermaid live-action remake is bringing an old Disney classic back to life, but not everyone is open to change.

Live-action star Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder, chatted with Narcity about the polarizing public reaction to his character's design, and he wants people to "see the movie and then see their reactions."

Flounder and Sebastian have had serious character design overhauls to align with the live-action retelling of the underwater cult classic, and some fans aren't thrilled to see Flounder looking like a CGI fish rather than a lovable cartoon.

Fans have gotten sneak peeks into the film with The Little Mermaid trailer and character posters, and not everyone is on board with the new hyper-realistic fishy design.

Many people have taken to social media to dish on Flounder's appearance, which largely deviates from his classic look – big eyes and a round yellow-and-blue body in exchange for a sharper, sleeker silver body with black fish-like eyes.

"……what happened to flounder…..," reads one comment on the posters with almost 10K likes.

Another fan commented, "Y’all did flounder and Sebastian so wrong 💀"

"Everyone upset over Ariel in the new Little Mermaid, but bruh, what did they do to my guy Flounder," tweeted out a fan, referencing the backlash over Halle Bailey's casting as Ariel.

Tremblay told Narcity that he saw the design for Flounder when he auditioned and thought it was "really cool" and said he couldn't imagine Flounder any other way.

"I thought it worked so well, and you know, I'm excited for people to see the movie and then see their reactions because I think it genuinely works really well, and I really couldn't imagine it a different way."

The Little Mermaid comes out in theatres on May 26, and fans will be able to see the film themselves and experience Flounder again for the first time – and who knows, maybe the public will walk away with a different take on the live-action fish.

Brooke Houghton
Toronto Staff Writer
Brooke Houghton is a Staff Writer for Narcity Canada's Ontario Desk focused on celebrity news and is based in Toronto, Ontario.

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Content: Mattel and Disney agreed to sell dolls.
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Mattel has signed an agreement with Disney that will allow it to sell products from the Disney Princess and Frozen collections, and then obtain licenses from rival Hasbro.
Mattel shares on Nasdaq rose more than 8 percent during online exchanges ahead of Wall Street's opening on Wednesday, according to AFP.
The American manufacturer of Barbie dolls, Hot Wheels mini-cars and Fisher Price toys lost their collaboration with Disney for Hasbro in 2016.
Damaged by the bankruptcy of gaming distributor Toys RS, Mattel has gone through a tumultuous phase and was run by four general managers between 2015 and 2018.
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How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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

The financial success of these films demonstrates their effectiveness as revenue generators, while the positive reception to more inclusive casting and culturally sensitive adaptations shows Disney's ability to balance authenticity with relevance.

Title:

Content: NEWS
Disney Plus reaches 116 million subscribers and exceeds all expectations
Disney Plus was able to surpass all expectations in the fourth quarter and reach 116 million subscribers by the end of July, after adding 12.4 million new subscribers in the third fiscal quarter of Disney, which saw its revenue grow by 46% compared to the same period in 2020.
This rise in the number of subscribers comes despite the increase in the value of the subscription by one dollar during the last period, where analysts' expectations were limited to the arrival of the service to 112.8 million subscribers only.
Disney Plus was able to reach these numbers despite not being released worldwide, as it was launched at the end of the year in Western Europe, while it will be launched in the summer of 2022 in Eastern Europe, and it does not operate in a large part of the Asian, Latin and African continent.
It is noteworthy that the existence of a large library of classic and modern Disney movies contributed to a great acceptance among users, and the introduction of new and exclusive films directly on the platform contributed to the participation of users to follow these films in conjunction with their launch in the cinema, especially the films of superheroes and Star Wars series and three-dimensional animated films developed by Pixar Studios.
Disney-owned Hulu, on the other hand, was able to make a profit after a long time, and saw growth in the number of users and revenues in the last fiscal quarter.
Source:
Variety
Tags:

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

For a podcaster interviewing a former Disney executive, these insights provide a foundation for exploring the decision-making processes behind these adaptations, the role of market research in determining which stories to remake, how audience feedback influences production choices, and the delicate balance between honoring beloved originals and creating something new for modern audiences.

The continued announcement of future remakes, including "Hercules" and others, suggests that this strategy will remain a core part of Disney's business model for the foreseeable future, making it a rich topic for discussion about the intersection of creativity, commerce, and cultural impact in modern entertainment.

How has Disney leveraged nostalgia in recent years?

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