Trans Allegories in Film: 'The Little Mermaid' (1989)
Films can alleviate alienation by presenting realities where the viewers feelings are shared by onscreen characters. 'The Little Mermaid" film can be interpreted as a transgender story.

Philip Lewis Clarke (September 8, 1938 – April 23, 2013) was an American voice actor. He provided voices in several TV series, films, and video games, including his leading role as Malcolm Betruger in Doom 3.
Films can alleviate alienation by presenting realities where the viewers feelings are shared by onscreen characters. 'The Little Mermaid" film can be interpreted as a transgender story.
With such a raw look at the 15th century, it seems that Disney was really trying to step outside of its element with this motion picture.
Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame is a unique film coming from the same studio that brought us The Little Mermaid and Aladdin. While it does have its silly moments to maintain Disney’s family-friendliness, it also carries themes that stick to audiences years after its release.