Lessons from The Little Mermaid
Lessons from The Little Mermaid
The original animated film "The Little Mermaid" released by Disney in 1989, there are several possible lessons that people might learn from the story. These lessons could potentially be applicable to any adaptation or interpretation of "The Little Mermaid," including a live-action version. Some of these lessons include:
1. The importance of being true to oneself: The Little Mermaid, Ariel, teaches us the importance of embracing our own identities and following our dreams, even if they differ from societal expectations.
2. The consequences of making hasty decisions: Ariel's desire to explore the human world leads her to make a risky deal with Ursula, the sea witch. This reminds us to carefully consider the potential consequences of our choices and seek wise counsel when making important decisions.
3. The value of family and friendship: Ariel's relationship with her father, King Triton, and her friends, Sebastian and Flounder, highlights the significance of supportive family bonds and true friendships.
4. The power of love and sacrifice: Ariel's love for Prince Eric drives her to make sacrifices and face challenges. This emphasizes the power of love and the willingness to do what it takes to protect and be with the people we care about.
These themes and lessons are inherent to the original story, and any live-action adaptation would likely strive to capture and communicate similar messages to its audience.
Lyrics
ARIEL [Spoken]
"Maybe he's right. Maybe there is something the matter with me. I just don't see how a world that makes such wonderful things could be bad."
Look at this stuff
Isn't it neat?
Wouldn't you think my collection's complete?
Wouldn't you think I'm the girl
The girl who has everything?
Look at this trove
Treasures untold
How many wonders can one cavern hold?
Looking around here you think
Sure, she's got everything
I've got gadgets and gizmos a-plenty
I've got whozits and whatzits galore
You want thingamabobs?
I've got twenty!
But who cares?
No big deal
I want more
I wanna be where the people are
I wanna see, wanna see them dancin'
Walking around on those - what do you call 'em?
Oh - feet!
Flippin' your fins, you don't get too far
Legs are required for jumping, dancing
Strolling along down a - what's that word again?
Street
Up where they walk, up where they run
Up where they stay all day in the sun
Wanderin' free - wish I could be
Part of that world
What would I give if I could live out of these waters?
What would I pay to spend a day warm on the sand?
Bet'cha on land they understand
they don't reprimand their daughters
Bright young women sick of swimmin'
Ready to stand
And ready to know what the people know
Ask 'em my questions and get some answers
What's a fire and why does it - what's the word?
Burn?
When's it my turn?
Wouldn't I love, love to explore that shore up above?
Out of the sea
Wish I could be
Part of that world
