Chaos, Daddy Issues, and a Fork: The Little Mermaid Was Unhinged 🧜‍♀️

 Hello and welcome back! So, if you’re still out here saying The Little Mermaid is just “Ariel gave up her voice for a man,” then you clearly haven’t watched it in a while. She gave up her voice to explore a world she was obsessed with. Eric, was just a bonus. Ariel was always gonna go to the surface, he just sped up the timeline.

Ariel was one of my favorite Disney princesses growing up. I even had the Mattel doll with the pearl necklace and everything. So, I figured, why not rewatch it and do a nostalgic review? So with that being said lets dive into this. 

We don’t even meet Ariel until six minutes in, and she’s already out there adventuring with Flounder, who by the way is an anxious icon. He’s a scaredy fish with a heart of gold and I love him for it. Ariel, meanwhile, is out here treating the ocean like her personal playground, just like I used to, I mean I definitely snuck into places I shouldn’t have been. Anyone else?

When she finds that fork? She has no idea what it is, but she’s thrilled. Pure golden retriever energy. Then a shark shows up, and Ariel, instead of fleeing like Flounder, goes back for her bag. Girl. Ma’am. That's a shark, not a unicorn. 

Poor Flounder gets stomped on by Scuttle, who might be the world’s worst anthropologist. He confidently explains that the fork is a “dinglehopper,” and Ariel just eats it up. Then she realizes she missed the big concert which is unfortunately relatable. I’ve missed things many times because I got distracted by a cool rock.

Ursula enters, giving fabulous sea witch energy. Then we flash to King Triton throwing a tantrum and giving the classic line “as long as you live under my ocean, you'll live by my rules”. That line always drove me nuts as a kid. Like, mister, king, sir, try “communication” next time.

Sebastian gets voluntold to babysit Ariel, but shes already distracted by a passing ship. Enter Prince Eric, and his adorable dog Max. Ariel’s like, ‘Who’s this?, and I get it. He’s charming, dog loving, and not afraid to risk his life for Max during a literal explosion. That's definitely boyfriend material.

Eric ends up getting thrown overboard and knocked unconscious and Ariel saves him, sings to him, then vanishes like a siren ninja. And boom, Ursula’s got her next victim. Ariel’s all puppydog eyed and Sebastian’s having a panic attack, and Triton is oblivious until Andrina spells it out for him.

Then Sebastian sings Under the Sea in a desperate attempt to distract her. Cute, but Ariel’s like, “I want human stuff, not a concert.” Flounder tries to cheer her up with a statue of Eric, but Triton shows up and smashes everything in a fit of overprotective rage. That’s exactly how you drive a girl or mermaid straight into a villain’s tentacles.

Then enters Flotsam and Jetsam, Disney’s creepiest eels, offering Ariel the deal of a lifetime. She says no... until they kick the face of the statue to her and that was somehow highly effective. She signs the contract with Ursula, loses her voice, and poof, legs!

Thankfully, Flounder and Sebastian were able haul her to shore, where Eric immediately feels like shes familiar somehow and Max is obviously obsessed with her too, so that’s a win. And of course Scuttle shows up, completely unaware Ariel has legs. I swear he lives in a completely different movie.

Ariel gets taken back to the castle and gets the royal treatment, which is where she slips into that iconic pink dress and hilariously tries to brush her hair with a fork. Meanwhile, Sebastian is living a Tom & Jerry nightmare in the kitchen.

Then comes the boat scene. Kiss the Girl starts playing, and Ariel’s so down. Yeah, she couldn’t talk, but she was absolutely leaning in. Ariel was anything but subtle but before their lips can meet, BOOM, eel attack! 

Ursula takes things to a whole new level by transforming herself into a stunning brunette named Vanessa, using her magic to bewitch Prince Eric into marrying her. Ariel is heartbroken. Luckily, Scuttle puts the pieces together and calls in a ragtag team of animal sidekicks for an all-out brawl that feels straight out of Avengers: Infinity War. Mayhem erupts—Max even bites Ursula, what a good boy!. Ariel’s voice escapes from the enchanted necklace, snapping Eric out of his trance. Then just as the two are about to seal their love with a kiss, Ariel turns back into a mermaid and Ursula drags her away. They were seconds too late.

Then the climax goes full-on Pirates of the Caribbean. Triton sacrifices himself to save Ariel, Ursula goes full kaiju. We’ve got whirlpools, lightning, giant tentacles And then as if thats not enough Eric literally impales Ursula with a ship. This is a kid's movie, I repeat, this is a kid’s movie. Modern disney could never. 

In the end, Triton sees how much Ariel loves Eric and turns her human for good. It’s a beautiful act of love and growth and a rare case of a Disney dad finally learning how to chill and not like ‘chill in a coffin’—actual emotional growth.

In the end they get their happily ever after, complete with sparkles, sea-side romance, and wedding cake. And well if you enjoyed this review, don’t forget to leave a like down below, share, and subscribe! And of course make sure to subscribe to my amazing husbands channel, Cosas Para Tener! Its a Spanish speaking channel that does gaming how-tos, reviews, and more. Links will be down in the description below! Thanks for watching. Stay magical and remember to never sign a contract with a sea witch. See you next time! Bye!

Belle Didn’t Have Stockholm Syndrome She Had Standards✨Why Belle is my favorite Renaissance Era princess✨

 Hey there and welcome back! Okay, I have to admit as a kid, I was obsessed with Belle from Beauty and the Beast. I mean, a smart, independent bookworm who basically walks around a small town full of red flags and says “Nah, I’ll be over here with my fantasy novel”? Iconic. 

Now, I know there are people out there who say Belle has Stockholm syndrome… but honestly? I don’t buy it. Not for a second. Belle isn’t brainwashed. She’s brave, clever, and makes her own decisions from the very start.

We see it right away. She’s obsessed with books, even when the whole town treats her like she’s strange just because she enjoys a good book. I mean heaven forbid a woman have interests! And then Gaston, Mr. “I Benchpress Moose for Fun,” tries to get her attention by literally throwing her book in the mud. Like no you are not the plot twist she’s looking for.

And when Gaston and LeFou start mocking her dad? Belle shuts it down fast. She’s loyal, she’s protective, and the moment she hears something go boom in her dad’s workshop, she runs to check on him without hesitation.

Then we see her quick thinking when Gaston attempts to propose. Belle handles it like a pro, basically gives him the “Thanks but no thanks, and also please go away forever” treatment. But then things take a turn when Phillipe shows up alone, no Dad in sight, and she doesn’t even blink. She gets straight on that horse, and goes right into the spooky woods. Our girl is ready.

And then as if that's not enough she sacrifices her own freedom to save her father. Voluntarily trades places with him. That’s superhero-level selflessness.

Then later, after a fight with the Beast, Belle runs away and gets ambushed by wolves and the Beast comes to save her. He gets hurt, and instead of ditching him and running back to her father, Belle helps him back to the castle, treats his wounds, and stays to help. That’s kindness, not captivity.

Then, when Belle sees that her father’s in trouble again, she doesn’t wait around for permission even though the Beast does let her go. Though let’s be honest, she probably would’ve left with or without a hall pass.

And when Gaston’s stirring up a mob, because apparently nobody in that town has critical thinking skills, Belle tries everything to protect the Beast and stop the madness. She's not just defending him, she’s standing up for what's right.

In the end, Belle isn’t some damsel in distress. She rescues her father, saves the Beast, and ultimately finds love but only after the Beast learns, grows, changes, and becomes someone truly worth loving. Not because she’s trapped but because she chose to.

So, what do you think? Who’s your favorite Disney princess from the Renaissance era? Let me know in the comments! I wanna hear your thoughts!

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The Swan Princess Review Iconic Nostalgic Awkward and Weirdly Magical ✨

 

Hello and welcome back! Like most kids in the '90s, I was obsessed with The Swan Princess. I mean, how could you not be? Odette is a strong female character, the music is great , and the animation… well, let’s just say it has that “VHS-on-a-Saturday-morning” charm. Sure, some frames look like the animators sneezed mid-drawing, but hey, that’s part of the nostalgia.

Now let’s talk about Prince Derek. At first, this guy comes off like he was raised by a pack of frat bros. “What else is there?” Really, Derek? I almost died of second-hand embarrassment. Like, sir, you’re talking to a princess, not ordering a pizza. But credit where it’s due, when Odette’s in trouble, he doesn’t hesitate. He hops on his horse faster than you can say “redemption arc” and even trains to fight the beast who took her. So yeah, he trips over his own tongue, but at least he shows up when it counts. Growth!

Now let's talk about the true stars: the animal sidekicks. First up, Puffin—adorable, brave, and tragically shot out of the sky like a tiny feathery war hero. Odette, being the literal queen she is, pulls out the arrow and nurses him back to health. 10/10 would trust her in a crisis.

Then there's Jean-Bob, the frog who thinks he’s a prince. He’s got a French accent so thick he probably dreams in baguettes. He spends the movie trying to kiss Odette, but she’s like, “Sorry, I’m saving my lips for Derek.” Jean-Bob takes it like a champ. Growth!

And we can’t forget Speed, the turtle who moves like molasses but has the heart of a race car. His name is Lorenzo Trudgealong and yes, that is both hilarious and majestic. Let me know in the comments whos your favorite animal sidekick!

Then there's our villain, Rothbart. This guy is basically a magical incel with serious “basement dweller” energy. He kidnaps Odette, demands her hand in marriage like it's a DoorDash order, and basically lives with his mom. Honestly, if he weren’t so evil, I’d feel bad for him. But nah. He’s a menace.

Then we get to the “Odette clone” fiasco. Bridget shows up glamoured to look like Odette, and Derek, our prince with the emotional IQ of a loaf of bread, is like, “Yes, that’s definitely my swan girl.” Even though, HELLO, the dress is totally different. Like, when did the evil lair install a Target? Derek doesn’t even question it. He just starts declaring his love despite feeling like theres something off about Odette. Like please, make sure the girl your declaring your undying love for is the right one! 

Then after that Rothbart pops in to gloat like a Disney villain who’s read too many Tumblr posts, and because Derek made his big “I love you” speech to the wrong woman, the real Odette starts fading faster than my New Year’s resolutions. Derek realizing he messed up books it back to her, and cradles her like the dramatic prince he finally grew into.

Then we get the final boss fight! Rothbart turns into a giant bat creature, because why not? And things are looking rough until Jean-Bob and Speed come through like the Avengers with Derek’s bow. MVPs, honestly. Derek defeats Rothbart, and just when it seems like it’s too late… in a rare act of emotional competence, Derek tells Odette he loves her not for her looks, but for her kindness and courage. Boom, true love magic! She revives. They get married, Odette rocks the prettiest wedding dress ever! Seriously, she looks like an angel and of course the kingdom is saved. What do you think of the dress? Let me know in the comments!

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