Andersen's original version of The Little Mermaid is overshadowed by Disney's colorful version. The Little Mermaid is a memorable story of a princess mermaid that wishes to love someone that is out of her reach. Disney has changed the story to make it appropriate for children. However, they kept the core of the story in place. Andersen's original version, I will admit, is a bit dark for children in this time. So, what did Disney change?
What they first changed was the view the mermaids had on humans. The original version saw humans as delicate and beautiful things. When the mermaids were old enough, they were allowed to visit the surface world and view the wonders of human culture. But in Disney's version, humans were awful creatures that dirty the beautiful ocean and care nothing for other lives. Mermaids weren't allowed to travel to the surface. Another change is the role of the sisters. In the original version, they were the youngest mermaid's support in gaining information about the prince. But in Disney's version, the sisters treat their youngest sister with little respect. Their roles are replaced by the animals instead. The king's role is increased in Disney's version and is the magic touch that solves his daughter's problems.
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