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.
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The film tells the story of two friends who are in love with the same girl. Orhan, Selma, and Ahmet are three friends who grew up together. Orhan and Selma are children of neighboring mansions. Ahmet is the gardener's son. The feelings of the three young people, who are like siblings, begin to change with age. Ahmet and Selma are in love with each other. On the day they are about to confess their feelings, Orhan acts more quickly. He tells Ahmet about his love for Selma. Nothing will ever be the same again. Despite his love, Ahmet is determined to stay out of this relationship. Their happiness was made possible by a bitter coincidence. But it won't last long.
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The film tells the story of two friends who are in love with the same girl. Orhan, Selma, and Ahmet are three friends who grew up together. Orhan and Selma are children of neighboring mansions. Ahmet is the gardener's son. The feelings of the three young people, who are like siblings, begin to change with age. Ahmet and Selma are in love with each other. On the day they are about to confess their feelings, Orhan acts more quickly. He tells Ahmet about his love for Selma. Nothing will ever be the same again. Despite his love, Ahmet is determined to stay out of this relationship. Their happiness was made possible by a bitter coincidence. But it won't last long.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Safa Önal
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Studio:Erler Film
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