A Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (17 February 2010)

The Little Mermaid is quite simply the crown jewel of Disney's animated classics. 30 years after the studio's last ambitious project (with "Sleeping Beauty"), it seemed like all the right elements came together in perfect unison, that 20 years after its original release, has become even more popular. The artwork style approached here is of beautifully detailed backgrounds and visually stunning underwater backdrops. Some of the scenes, especially underwater, would take your breath away (most notably the "Main Titles" and "Under the Sea" sequences). The two storms are also very well animated. The soundtrack for the movie is possibly the best and most memorable one for any Disney feature. It includes the calypso-flavored "Under The Sea" and "Kiss the Girl" and the beautiful ballad "Part of Your World". The score is haunting as well, especially effective in the main titles scene which really sets the mood for the rest of the film. As for the characters, Ariel, Sebastian and Ursula have taken on a life of their own. They're iconic and highly recognizable characters. Don't miss out on "The Little Mermaid". It's worth every penny. 10/10!