They call the live action of ‘The Little Mermaid’ hypocritical for giving away sushi at the premiere

Controversy at sea! ‘The Little Mermaid’ Live-Action Is Accused Of Hypocrisy For Giving Sushi To Its Premiere. The magic of ‘The Little Mermaid’ has fascinated generations with its message of empathy towards the inhabitants of the ocean and its denunciation of the mistreatment they suffer on the surface, where they are transformed into food or decorative objects. However, the the live-action remake of this iconic story was roundly criticized from an apparent contradiction in its American premiere: sushi was served with fish!

Fans were quick to dismiss Disney’s decision as hypocritical, since the film advocates for the protection of sea creatures. Sushi, a typical Japanese dish, is made up of rice rolls seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar and salt, and is usually combined with raw fish, shellfish or vegetables.

Although sushi can be enjoyed without marine ingredients, it is undeniable that it is closely associated with the consumption of fish. For this reason, it’s questionable whether Disney included this option in the ‘The Little Mermaid’ premiere menu.

One of the premiere attendees shared his experience on TikTok, baffling his followers by revealing that he was offered sushi, a choice he called “obscure” given the film’s theme. In the film it is shown that fish are happiest in the sea and are consumed on the surface, as depicted in the famous song “Under the Sea” performed by Sebastián.

Some comments expressed sadness that Flounder might have been eaten, faithful friend of Ariel. Others have pointed out that the sushi appeared to be vegetarian, but the user who posted the video said there were options with chicken and salmon. You can see the original TikTok video at this link, where a debate is generated about this inappropriate gastronomic choice.

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This is not the only criticism that “The Little Mermaid” has received.

The live-action remake of ‘The Little Mermaid’ has generated mixed reviews among film pundits, though it is expected to perform well at the box office during its opening weekend. However, the opinion of the general public still remains to be known, who will have the last word on this new adaptation.

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It should be noted that the announcement of the cast, especially the Halle Bailey plays Ariel 2019 has not been without controversy. While many hailed this decision as a step in diversifying Hollywood, others questioned the casting of an actress of African descent for a character previously portrayed as a red-haired white teenager. This controversy adds another layer of debate about the project.

In short, the choice to serve sushi with fish during the premiere of ‘The Little Mermaid’ has aroused criticism for its apparent contradiction with the message of protection and empathy towards the inhabitants of the ocean promoted by the film.