Continuing the trend of re-adapting Disney favorites such as Winnie-The-Pooh, Mickey Mouse and Bambi (yes, Bambi) for the horror genre, a much darker take on The Little Mermaid is on the way from MSR Media International and Grindstone Entertainment, and the first trailer has now been released.
It doesn't sound like this take on the classic tale will take too much influence from the Disney movies (or Hans Christian Anderson original story, for that matter).
The official synopsis reads:
“Dr. Eric Prince, an archaeologist, makes a dramatic discovery on a small Caribbean island—proof of an ancient, advanced prehistoric society. While his dig is in progress, he meets the mysterious and beautiful Aurora Bey and falls in love. Her arrival coincides with several mermaid sightings and strange disappearances.
When Eric’s friend and mentor, Dr. Ashley, arrives on the island, Ashley uncovers the true identity of Aurora and the dangers of the hidden evil inside Eric’s dig site. Will Eric heed his friend’s advice, or will he be blinded by love and the power of the siren, allowing the world to fall to the forces of evil?”
Directed by Leigh Scott, the movie stars Lydia Helen, Mike Markoff and Jeff Denton, and has been given an R-rating for for “Language, some violence and brief nudity.”
The trailer hasn't been made available to embed (we'll add it as soon as it is), so you'll have to head over to MSR Media's website to check it out for the time being.
Have a look at the rather terrifying poster below, and let us know if you plan on giving this new take on The Little Mermaid a go in the comments section.
"The recent live-action Disney film stars Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy, Javier Bardem, Jacob Tremblay, Daveed Diggs, and Awkwafina, and is obviously a much more family-friendly affair altogether!
"The Little Mermaid is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. 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."