The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea

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bashe s The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea tries to make waves but barely ripples. The story treads familiar waters, flipping Ariel’s journey, but lacks the magic of the original. The animation floats, but the characters feel watered down—Melody is no Ariel, and Morgana is just Ursula-lite. Worst of all, the music is off-key, and in the French version, the voice actors have changed. This only makes it harder to get hooked. In the end, this sequel flounders where the original soared. A shallow dive for nostalgia, but nothing to treasure. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 03/28/25 Full Review Animated R It’s a solid sequel, it may not be necessary. But it was a fun adventure. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/20/25 Full Review Leonardolol123 Y Just a bad sequel.=( Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 11/20/24 Full Review SkyRo P In this combined review of "The Little Mermaid" franchise, we explore the animated sequel "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea" and the live-action adaptation, as well as the stage production. "The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea" follows Ariel and Eric's daughter, Melody, on her journey back to the ocean, mirroring her mother's desire for adventure despite attempts to shield her from the sea. While the animation quality may not match the original, the film offers a creative storyline that engages viewers, with Melody becoming a fan favorite character. The introduction of Athena, Ariel's mother, provides a poignant exploration of her character, filling a gap that fans had wondered about for decades. In the live-action adaptation, notable performances by John Stamos and Queen Latifah stand out, with Queen Latifah delivering a memorable portrayal of Ursula. Their presence in the stage production showcases their talent and adds depth to the story, leading to questions about why they were not included in the live-action film. The decision to cast different actors, including Melissa McCarthy as Ursula, raised concerns among fans who felt that the potential of the live-action adaptation could have been elevated with different casting choices. Overall, the expanded universe of "The Little Mermaid" provides fans with new perspectives on familiar characters and stories, offering fresh insights and interpretations that add depth to the beloved franchise. While each installment has its strengths and weaknesses, the enduring appeal of "The Little Mermaid" continues to captivate audiences across different mediums. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 08/26/24 Full Review Timothy M Soundtrack may not be as catchy as the original, and the animation not as good, but if the original is 5/5 this movie is a solid 4 Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/18/24 Full Review Julian V I know this movie may not live up to the oringal but I love what happens next in the little mermaid story though I hate the oringal but its my decide to hate little mermaid but I do not hate the little mermaid Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/16/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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