‘Ugly visuals’ but a ‘charming star’: What do critics think of The Little Mermaid?

The Little Mermaid is finally here, and the reviews are in.

The much-anticipated live-action film is a remake of the 1989 animated film, which featured the voice of Jodi Benson as Disney princess Ariel.

The forthcoming film stars Halle Bailey as the red-haired mermaid and Melissa McCarthy as the villainous sea witch Ursula.

Its soundtrack is co-written by Hamilton writer Lin-Manuel Miranda (previously behind Disney films including 2016’s Moana and…