The Little Mermaid (DVD, 1999, Limited Issue)

I'm not sure how you can fault The Little Mermaid - a delightful Disney cartoon that has lasted the test of time and remains, years after its release, one of the classic Disney movies. Like most Disney films, The Little Mermaid is rich with family entertainment - the story and visuals that delights kids and the sophistication that adults enjoy in family films. Kids enjoy Ariel and her lineup of underwater friends - adults enjoy the dialouge and story. While the visuals aren't necessarily the finest ever - the music, the characters and the humor are plenty entertaining and certainly long-lasting.

The Little Mermaid DVD has been in high demand on eBay for as I long as I've checked - and for good reason! This is a classic DVD that any family will enjoy. Excellent addition to any DVD library. Enjoy!!

Yes, this is a Disney favorite. Yes, the songs rock. Yes, I wish I could live under the sea...

But I have to say, this movie really disappointed me because of the lessons that Ariel teaches young girls. The heroine reinforces the belief that it is acceptable to go against your parents and basically change who you are for a guy.

Come on...I know you live under the sea and all, but in this day and age how about a little backbone.

While inspiring from a development standpoint "The Little Mermaid", in my mind, becomes a timeless classic because of its music. I has everything you could ever want in a movie ... romance, action, mystery, magic, good vs evil, and SO much more.

It really is a testament to the fantastic songs when you can start singing a song and everyone not only knows the movie ... but the rest of the words to the song!

If you can finish the sentence below you either already have this movie in your collection or you need to get it ASAP!

"There you see here, sitting there across the way ..."

Enjoy!

Additional Information -

The first Disney animated feature in three decades based on a classic fairy
tale (since "Sleeping Beauty"), this film turned to the famous story by Hans Christian Andersen.

Disney artists had considered an animated film of "The Little Mermaid" in the late 1930s, and illustrator Kay Nielsen prepared a number of striking story sketches in pastels and watercolors. For this film, the artists received inspiration from the Nielsen story sketches that were brought out of the Archives for them to study, and they gave Kay Nielsen a "visual development" credit on the film. Actress Sherri Stoner was the live-action model for Ariel.

The film probably had more effects than any animated film since "Fantasia;" nearly 80% of the film required some kind of effects work -- storms at sea, billowing sails, schools of fish, shadows, raging fire, explosions, magic pixie dust, surface reflections, underwater distortions, ripples, and bubbles. Academy Award® winner for Best Song ("Under the Sea") and Best Original Score. Released on video in 1990.

This is still the benchmark of the new generation of Disney animated musicals. All others since are bigger and more expensive. But none has the heart The Little Mermaid has. Or, for that matter, the quality of music.

Wonderful Disney children's movie for all ages. Great animation and very funny!!! Highly recommened!!!!!!!!!!!

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The little Mermaid is a classic...You will want to watch this movie over and over again. The songs are great also. Not only will you sing all the songs but so will your children. Its a must buy

It's a movie that will have your children singing still long after the movie has ended.so magical it will make the kids pretend on watch out you'll have to buy a mermaid doll very soon after this movie.

The story line itself is great. I love Disney, love the songs in The Little Mermaid compilation, but it does teach to defy parents...not to mention running off to seduce a guy at 16...she's 16 and wanting to get married. I dont' agree with this, but hopefully young kids will not pic up on this flaw. Otherwise, all time classic.

The Little Mermaid is without a doubt a timeless classic. In my opinion it's the best modern Disney work since Snow White, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty. Character development, plotline, visuals, vocals...everything is superb! Plus unforgettable songs like "Under the Sea", "Kiss the Girl", and my favorite "Part of Your World".

I rated this item with 4 stars and not 5 because the Limited Edition DVD has very little special features... by little I mean almost none. If you can wait for the Platinum Edition, then I'd suggest you wait. I couldn't wait so that is why I got this edition.

I was one of those people who ran out and bought The Little Mermaid VHS version on the very first day of its original release. I still have it in its little case. My daughter, who I bought it for, is now 18 years old and she and her 9 year old sister have enjoyed it so much over the years. Their younger brother who is one will love it to. I plan on keeping this movie for my grandchildren its a wonderful movie.

The Little Mermaid has entertained all of our children and grandchildren for many, many years! It will be an instant classic for your family as well. It's heartwarming and contains many elements of surprise. The soundtrack is wonderful. A+!

This IS a refreshing movie! No profanity, no nudity (yes, I know it's rated G), etc. My point is, we can be entertained without all that other garbage!

Totally a Fun Family movie! The characters, the music & the story line is wonderful for kids AND adults!

Money well spent, I highly recommend this movie!

A classic animation that is a joy to watch and the songs are wonderful. I find myself singing along with them. I especially loved the song, "Under the Sea" as sung by the little red lobster friend of Ariel, the main character of this movie.
The Movie is loosely based on the Hans Christian Anderson's "The Little Mermaid", and I do mean looosely based on it. It is a fun movie to watch with family especially children and adults will find it amusing as long as they are not jaded and spoiled by the visual effects that are utilized today in making movies. For its time the special efects were fantastic and as for seeing them now, I am still amazed at them.
The storyline is somewhat complicated for little ones but they may be too entranced by Ariel and her friends and family to notice. I enjoyed this movie very much and have watched it over and over! What a delight!
Well worth buying the DVD!

The Little Mermaid (1999, DVD) is perfect for the little ones, and a classic Disney Film. The story of a mermaid turned human, and her evil counterpart struggling to win a little good versus evil under the sea!!!!!Thanks for reading my opinion, and if you'ld like to check out my store, I am permitted by ebay to provide you a link here:
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This film is an all time Disney classic. No one will argue with that. But I think we all have to agree that the acting was a little weak. For example, the crab character - are his sappy monologues believable?

In this era of sophisticated media consumers, I don't think that this type of film will succeed any longer.

This is one of the Disney Classics that I want to introduce to my 4 year old daughter. I owned this initially when it came out on VHS. It's very easy to watch. It moves along well with a great musical score. I would use discretion during some intense moments when Ursula, the sea witch, turns very evil near the end of the movie.

This classic story changed animated films forever, and for the better. Thoroughly enjoyable by both kids (3 yrs +) and adults of any age.

A great movie to watch with the whole family. Suitable for all ages. It's definitely one of the best Disney ever made.

Great story that teaches children that they can achieve whatever they set their heart to with a little determination. I can watch this over & over with my daughter. Great movie.

I bought my first Little Mermaid movie on VHS years ago but could not find it,so I bought a new one on DVD!This movie shows you what true LOVE is all about.Great for the whole family!!!

WALT DISNEY IS THE BEST DIRECTOR AND PRODUCER EVER THE LITTLE MERMAID IS BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST DISNEY MOVIES EVER IT IS A MUST HAVE FOR ANY DISNEY COLLECTOR

Before I criticize anything... let me start by saying... Great Animation !! and yes it does make me want to live under water.. not sure if that is a good or a bad thing though !! ha ha !!!!

But anyways I think with all the computer software being created around the world just great animation would not make a great story !! I mean I would like to see great animation but would also want some substance. This is where it is lacking. But nonetheless I would not categorize it as bad.... hence average !!!