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The Backlash Against Disney’s Live-Action “The Little Mermaid”: A Cultural and Media Deep Dive
The release and promotion of Disney's live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has ignited a firestorm of controversy, criticism, and meme creation across social media platforms and mainstream outlets alike. With initial trailers garnering millions of dislikes, negative reactions have persisted, fueling a broader debate about race swapping, modern feminism, and the cultural politics intertwined within popular media.