The Little Mermaid

Initially when I stumbled upon this movie, I was about to skip on it, given it's title. But I stopped and read the synopsis, and must say that I was somewhat intrigued, and opted to check out the movie.

Writer Leigh Scott took on a very liberal approach on the classic H. C. Andersen tale, but I will say that throwing in the Lovecraftian element was definitely quite a risk and gamble to take. I enjoyed the fact that writer Leigh Scott opted to twist the tale with some cosmic horror. The narrative was watchable, though it was hardly an outstanding viewing experience, and there are far better Lovecraftian movies out there.

I was not familiar with the cast ensemble in the movie, but I found the acting performances to be good. They had a good cast ensemble, and I actually enjoy watching new and unfamiliar talents on the screen whenever I watch a movie.

The special effects in the movie were fair. Nothing grand or extraordinary, but actually fair what what they were.

While the movie was watchable, it is hardly a movie that warrants more than a single viewing.

My rating of writer and director Leigh Scott's 2024 movie "The Little Mermaid" lands on a five out of ten stars.