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Halle Bailey and Halle Bailey star in Disney’s live-action film The Little Mermaid tonight at 6 p.m. on E4. Fans praised Bailey’s “enchanting” performance as Ariel and declared it a “must-see” and “must-see” status, and the 2023 remake received a 93% audience approval rating.

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One audience member’s opinion of this Disney fantasy musical, which is perhaps the most appropriate description of the movie itself, reads, “I wish I hadn’t waited so long to see it, brought me tears at the end.

This live-action adaptation of a cherished classic captivated audiences when it debuted on the big screen in 2023, and now, the movie is poised to bewitch viewers once more as it graces television screens tonight on Christmas at 6.30pm on E4. The Little Mermaid serves as Disney’s official live-action adaptation of the studio’s 1989 animated masterpiece of the same title, with the original picture loosely drawing from Hans Christian Andersen’s celebrated 1837 fairy tale. Directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay crafted by David Magee, the movie features Halle Bailey in the lead role as Ariel, alongside Jonah Hauer-King portraying Prince Eric.

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The supporting ensemble includes Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, and Javier Bardem. The production’s initial budget was estimated at approximately $240 million, though subsequent reports suggested costs reached around $355 million, positioning it as Disney’s twenty-third most costly venture to date, reports the Express. The Little Mermaid proved a tremendous box office triumph, earning over $569 million globally and securing its place as 2023’s tenth-highest-earning picture.

The film’s official synopsis reads: “The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.”

The Little Mermaid was a hit with moviegoers thanks to its impressive 93% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. One enthralled viewer commented, “I liked it better than the original! ” A star on the horizon is Halle Bailey! perfect casting I was so entertained by Melissa McCarthy’s rendition of Ursula! I absolutely adored the original while maintaining some of the nostalgia while adding some fresh elements, especially those that enhance the chemistry between Ariel and Eric. Definitely Disney’s best live-action film to date”!

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The best live-action remake to go along with Cruella, Aladdin, and Cinderella read another glowing review from a viewer, according to another audience member. Halle gave a fantastic performance in The Little Mermaid, which was incredibly musical. As Ursula, Melissa was amazing. Giving Jonah and Halle similar interests was a wise decision that greatly enhanced their romance, and the chemistry between them was palpable. It was a wise choice to use Halle as Ariel, and it should set the bar for upcoming live-action remakes.

Another happy customer praised the movie as “must see.” This version stands out from the competition thanks to excellent casting and excellent character development for Prince Eric. Ariel is perfectly portrayed by Halle Bailey, who perfectly excels in this role. The movie comes highly recommended. However, critic reviews were mixed, with one critic claiming that Bailey’s performance is “amazing as it is enchanting” and that the movie received a 67% approval rating.

Halle Bailey’s mesmerizing performance received a lot of praise, with one critic claiming that the film’s heartbeat is “Ariel,” demonstrating how a classic can evolve without losing its soul. She creates a space for a new generation to see themselves in Ariel’s story rather than just making a splash. Halle Bailey as Ariel is the most perfect casting for a live-action remake Disney has ever produced, according to another reviewer. It is important to study how she managed to capture Ariel’s childlike inquisitiveness, stubbornness, and yearning.

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. on E4 on December 25th, The Little Mermaid will be broadcast on television.

When she was four, Sade, also known as Helen Folasade Adu, was born in Nigeria and later immigrated to the UK. She later rose to fame and became a global household name.

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Soul icon Sade Adu has traded her worldwide celebrity for a quiet life in the West Country, from the heights of “Smooth Operator” to a peaceful existence in Somerset.

She moved to Colchester when she was just four years old to live with her grandparents and was born Helen Folasade Adu in Nigeria. She was later given the name Sade Adu. Her parents lived in Essex at the time. However, her trajectory dramatically changed when she and her band achieved fame with the release of “Your Love is King,” their debut smooth soul song, which peaked at No. 6 in the 1984 charts. Four decades later, their debut album, Diamond Life, sold out in excess of 10 million copies, making it a timeless record.

In addition to receiving four Grammys for her work, Sade also received critical acclaim after their sophomore album was dropped, including Best New Artist. The vocalist made her acting debut with Absolute Beginners, a film set in 1950s London, while still working in this field.

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Throughout the following two decades, Sade attained global recognition, with tracks such as “Smooth Operator”, “The Sweetest Taboo” and “No Ordinary Love” playing across radio stations around the world. These songs remain beloved today, amassing over a billion streams on Spotify alone, according to the Daily Record, reports the Mirror.

The mysterious musician, who has been renowned for her sporadic album releases and extended periods of silence from the spotlight, appears to have settled into a peaceful life by purchasing a farm in the West Country to live on while living alongside her partner Ian Watts and her mother, who are affectionately known as “Granny Annie.”

When she was four, Sade, also known as Helen Folasade Adu, was born in Nigeria and later immigrated to the UK. She later rose to fame and became a global household name.

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Soul icon Sade Adu has traded her worldwide celebrity for a quiet life in the West Country, from the heights of “Smooth Operator” to a peaceful existence in Somerset.

She moved to Colchester when she was just four years old to live with her grandparents and was born Helen Folasade Adu in Nigeria. She was later given the name Sade Adu. Her parents lived in Essex at the time. However, her trajectory dramatically changed when she and her band achieved fame with the release of “Your Love is King,” their debut smooth soul song, which peaked at No. 6 in the 1984 charts. Four decades later, their debut album, Diamond Life, sold out in excess of 10 million copies, making it a timeless record.

In addition to receiving four Grammys for her work, Sade also received critical acclaim after their sophomore album was dropped, including Best New Artist. The vocalist made her acting debut with Absolute Beginners, a film set in 1950s London, while still working in this field.

View 2 Images

Throughout the following two decades, Sade attained global recognition, with tracks such as “Smooth Operator”, “The Sweetest Taboo” and “No Ordinary Love” playing across radio stations around the world. These songs remain beloved today, amassing over a billion streams on Spotify alone, according to the Daily Record, reports the Mirror.

The mysterious musician, who has been renowned for her sporadic album releases and extended periods of silence from the spotlight, appears to have settled into a peaceful life by purchasing a farm in the West Country to live on while living alongside her partner Ian Watts and her mother, who are affectionately known as “Granny Annie.”