Disney's New 'Little Mermaid' Receives Backlash from Some; Features Black Woman in Title Character

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This Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer and the blockbuster summer box office season. Disney dives into the season with the long-awaited release of its live-action take on The Little Mermaid starring Halle Bailey. Casting a black actress in the role is historic, but it came with backlash from some longtime Disney fans.
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