Thread by @SeanNyberg

Disney’s #thelittlemermaid is not just Disney’s best live-action remake, it is the best film they’ve released in years.
The original is precious and has been seared into our childhoods. So skepticism is natural, but all concerns quickly wash away once Halle hits the screen.

. @HalleBailey BECOMES Ariel. Like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, Tom Hanks in Forrest Gump, and Robert Downey Jr in Ironman, Bailey personifies the character and you quickly realize that no one else could play the role but her. Sweet, strong, subtle, and charismatic. She soars.

The great @melissamccarthy as Ursula does the impossible. She takes enough from Pat Carroll's portrayal to make it familiar, but she heightens the humor and darkens the depths.
Every time she appeared the audience cheered. Just nasty and delicious.

Awkwafina and Daveed Diggs are the true comic relief and boy do they deliver. Their ‘true to life' designs have received mixed reactions from snippets, but they work in the film. They have distinct personalities and bring true, well-deserved laughter, plus a great new song!

I was especially taken with Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric. He gives the character much-needed life, a broader backstory, and his chemistry with Bailey is palpable.
You can feel them fall in love, you believe it, and that makes the ending even more satisfying. (Bring tissues)

The film has some intense sequences that remind me of classic Walt Disney animated films. Back when Walt would allow his villains to inhabit truly scary environments.
The film stays family friendly, but it does have an edge. An edge that gives the film real stakes.

Finally, the concerns about the film being visually too dark are ridiculous. The film POPS on screen. Vibrant and colorful. The trailer focuses on sequences that take place deep in the ocean or in a swamp at night.
The VAST majority of the film is bright and brilliant.

I am so excited for everyone to see this incredible film. Millions of children will have their own version of this story to grow up with. And those of us who grew up with the original, now have a version that respects, honors, and enhances the source material.

“The Little Mermaid" is peak Disney and will elicit the same strong emotional response as the most beloved Disney films from the last 100 years.
The world needs a film like this right now.
A film that teaches us to love one another, regardless of differences.

Don’t miss #TheLittleMermaid in theaters May 26th. This is a BIG film and you’ll want to see it on the biggest screen with the most amazing sound.
All ages will love it. Bring tissues. ❤️💛💜💙
@HalleBailey @melissamccarthy @Disney @DaveedDiggs