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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In the 18th century, in Paris, the young Jacques Ménétier and his mentor, the Abbé Jérôme Coignard were hired by Mr. d'Astarac who carried out alchemical experiments and believed Jacques was destined for a fabulous destiny. An experiment that goes wrong and the kidnapping of the beautiful Jahel put an end to the ambitions of the master and his student.
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In the 18th century, in Paris, the young Jacques Ménétier and his mentor, the Abbé Jérôme Coignard were hired by Mr. d'Astarac who carried out alchemical experiments and believed Jacques was destined for a fabulous destiny. An experiment that goes wrong and the kidnapping of the beautiful Jahel put an end to the ambitions of the master and his student.
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