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Special Features
- Commentary by co-writers/directors John Musker and Ron Clements and composer Alan Menken
- Song selection
- Little Mermaid III musical sneak peek
- Deleted scenes and alternate ending with filmmaker introduction
- New "Kiss The Girl" music video performed by Ashley Tisdale
- Treasures Untold: The Making of The Little Mermaid
- Storm Warning: The Little Mermaid Special Effects Unit
- The Story Behind the Story: featurette on author Hans Christian Anderson
- Exclusive short: The Little Match Girl
- Art galleries
- Early presentation reel
- "Silent is Golden" song demo
- Under The Sea Adventure: A Virtual Ride (based on an actual Disney Imagineering concept)
- Ride With Disney Imagineers
- Behind the Ride that Almost Was
- DisneyPedia: Life Under the Sea
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
From the moment that Prince Eric's ship emerged from the fog in the opening credits it was apparent that Disney had somehow, suddenly recaptured that "magic" that had been dormant for thirty years. In the tale of a headstrong young mermaid who yearns to "spend a day, warm on the sand," Ariel trades her voice to Ursula, the Sea Witch (classically voiced by Pat Carroll), for a pair of legs. Ariel can only succeed if she receives true love's kiss in a few day's time and she needs all the help she can from a singing crab named Sebastian, a loudmouth seagull, and a flounder. The lyrics and music by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken are top form: witty and relevant, and they advance the story (go on, hum a few bars of "Under the Sea"). Mermaid put animation back on the studio's "to do" list and was responsible for ushering Beauty and the Beast to theaters. A modern Disney classic. --Keith Simanton
Product Description
The Little Mermaid, one of the most celebrated animated films of all time -- and winner of two Academy Awards(R) (Best Music, Original Score; Best Music, Original Song, "Under The Sea," 1989) -- splashes onto an exciting 2-Disc DVD with an all-new digital restoration. Ariel, a fun-loving and mischievous mermaid, is off on the adventure of a lifetime with her best friend, the adorable Flounder, and the reggae-singing Caribbean crab Sebastian at her side. But it will take all of her courage and determination to make her dreams come true—and save her father's beloved kingdom from the sneaky sea witch Ursula! Dive into a world of music and adventure in this new 2-Disc Platinum Edition your family will enjoy again and again!
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81 of 88 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
Everyone knows by now that "The Little Mermaid" is the movie that returned the Disney company to its former glory, in all senses.
Upon its release in late 1989 (in most markets it was released in 1990), the movie was hailed by critics all over the world as the best Disney film in years (decades, that is) and one of the best films the company has ever produced. More importantly perhaps, the audience loved it. The movie went on to gross almost $90 million domestically and $200 million worldwide. A huge phenomenon. The video release, which followed in May 1990, generated huge numbers in sales and sold over 23 million copies in the US as of 1998. And you mustn't forget the songs, which quickly became a driving force in the film's success. Alan Manken created an irresistible score for the movie, and together with lyricist Howard Ashman, composed some of the finest songs ever heard in a Disney film. They later took the Oscars for 'Best Song' (for "Under The Sea") and 'Best Score'. They also won in the exact same categories at the Golden Globe and the Grammy awards. The soundtrack eventually went triple platinum in the US.
The animation in the film, is, in one word, dazzling. The underwater scenes are impressive in particular. Bubbles, surface reflections and moving sea-creatures create an illusional undersea atmosphere to which the audience is easily drawn into.
To create all that, 80% of the animation process required special effects, and the effort shows.
Upon its release in late 1989 (in most markets it was released in 1990), the movie was hailed by critics all over the world as the best Disney film in years (decades, that is) and one of the best films the company has ever produced. More importantly perhaps, the audience loved it. The movie went on to gross almost $90 million domestically and $200 million worldwide. A huge phenomenon. The video release, which followed in May 1990, generated huge numbers in sales and sold over 23 million copies in the US as of 1998. And you mustn't forget the songs, which quickly became a driving force in the film's success. Alan Manken created an irresistible score for the movie, and together with lyricist Howard Ashman, composed some of the finest songs ever heard in a Disney film. They later took the Oscars for 'Best Song' (for "Under The Sea") and 'Best Score'. They also won in the exact same categories at the Golden Globe and the Grammy awards. The soundtrack eventually went triple platinum in the US.
The animation in the film, is, in one word, dazzling. The underwater scenes are impressive in particular. Bubbles, surface reflections and moving sea-creatures create an illusional undersea atmosphere to which the audience is easily drawn into.
To create all that, 80% of the animation process required special effects, and the effort shows.
"The Little Mermaid" is scheduled for an October 2005 release on DVD. In 2001, Disney launched a 'Platinum Edition' line which includes their 10 best-selling titles on video to go on DVD. Every one of these films, comes as a 2-disc set featuring 'making-of's and commentaries from the talents who worked on the movie. Needless to say it would also include a highly enhanced version of the film (and sometimes even newly added sequences, such as is the case with "Beauty and the Beast" & "The Lion King"). On the 1999 DVD release of "The Little Mermaid", Disney did only little in restoring the film's look; this time, there's much more to look forward to. Disney gives each one of the films a deluxe treatment, especially in the visual and sound departments.
'Til then, sit back and enjoy the film as it is: charming, innovative, and most of all - fun.
196 of 222 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
One of the most beloved Disney films, "The Little Mermaid" returns on dvd, fully restored and remastered in an all new 2 disc set this October! Rather than talking about the film (c'mon we all know what it is all about and most of are quite familiar with its charm and beauty! Though the first "The Little mermaid" dvd released years ago was just a barebone disc with non-anamorphic transfer, this one will have everything to fulfill every mermaid fan's desire!
Here's what to look forward to in this special 2 disc set:
Fully restored with an all-new Disney Home Theatre 5.1 mix.
Backstage Disney, including an all new commentary.
Treasures Untold: The Making of The Little Mermaid.
The Story Behind The Story.
Deleted Scenes, including Backstage With Sebastian, Sebastian Lost In The Castle, Advice From Sebastian and Fight With Ursula.
Music Video "Kiss The Girl"
Games and Activities inclue The Little Mermaid Under The Sea Adventure: The Virtual Ride, Behind The Ride That Almost Was With Disney Imagineers and DisneyPedia: Life Under The Sea....
....And much more!!
"The Little Mermaid" is surely one of the finest films Disney ever produced and this long awaited platinum edition of this classic would surely be a welcome addition in any dvd collector's shelf!
Here's what to look forward to in this special 2 disc set:
Fully restored with an all-new Disney Home Theatre 5.1 mix.
Backstage Disney, including an all new commentary.
Treasures Untold: The Making of The Little Mermaid.
The Story Behind The Story.
Deleted Scenes, including Backstage With Sebastian, Sebastian Lost In The Castle, Advice From Sebastian and Fight With Ursula.
Music Video "Kiss The Girl"
Games and Activities inclue The Little Mermaid Under The Sea Adventure: The Virtual Ride, Behind The Ride That Almost Was With Disney Imagineers and DisneyPedia: Life Under The Sea....
....And much more!!
"The Little Mermaid" is surely one of the finest films Disney ever produced and this long awaited platinum edition of this classic would surely be a welcome addition in any dvd collector's shelf!
41 of 44 people found the following review helpful
By K. Waring
Format:DVD
Walt Disney Studio's 1989 animated adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson's classic tale "The Little Mermaid" is known for being the beginning of the Disney animation renaissance of the 1990s. While no movie collection is complete without this gem of a film, wait for the October 2006 2-Disc Platinum Edition DVD release. Judging from Disney's treatment of their other classic films' transfers to Platinum Editions, Disney will do this movie the justice it deserves AND it will most likely be less expensive buying this new edition with all its extras than it will be to buy the currently available 1-Disc product from a private seller. So, if you can wait a few months for the headstrong Ariel, the charming Sebastian, and the deliciously evil Ursula, it will be more than worth the wait!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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I received a bad copy
I received a bad copy. The condition of the dvd is fine. It's horrible, a few of the scenes are actually out of sequence. Read more
Published 23 hours ago by Josh Williams
4.0 out of 5 stars
Transit
Movie is great as expected, although our case was damaged a little bit. The damage was where the CD is held in place.
Published 1 day ago by Joshua P.
1.0 out of 5 stars
A damaged, unreadable DVD?
This DVD was shipped directly to my granddaughter. She is 3. The dissapointment when this did not work was not a good experience. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Debbie
5.0 out of 5 stars
under the sea
it was fun to remember how wonderful & happy this little movie is. children enjoy it so much. it will make you smile.
Published 2 days ago by lisa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mermaid
We are so happy we were able to find and purchase this DVD. It is the perfect addition to our Disney DVD collection.
Published 3 days ago by Sherry Bash
4.0 out of 5 stars
Love this movie
Love this movie just think the picture quality could be better but it could be that it's old!!! Prolly gonna watch it now'
Published 3 days ago by Alexis G. Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
She loves the DVD. She always pretends she is Ariel in the swimming pool or bath tub. Quality is great.
Published 4 days ago by Davene
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Movie for all Ages!
Adorable and timeless classic. Loved the Movie as a child and love sharing the movie with my children. Looking forward to the release of the Blu-ray disk, soon.
Published 4 days ago by Stephanie Wheelock
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT MOVIE!
I purchased this movie after a recent trip to Disney World. They are many vendors out there, but this one is great! The movie was packaged securely. Read more
Published 8 days ago by MMRivera
1.0 out of 5 stars
not happy
DVD had deep scratches in it. Was described as new. As soon as I loaded DVD it would not play I tried cleaning DVD reloaded an it skipped an paused at very beginning NEVER moving... Read more
Published 8 days ago by Andreana Ramos
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