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.
Laila, Daughter of the Beach
The film revolves around the fisherman Mohsen, who wishes to marry Laila, the daughter of his employer, Al-Reis Aweis. One day, a young man arrives in town to work with Al-Reis Aweis. The young man learns of Mohsen's plan to marry Laila and fires Mohsen from his job. However, Mohsen later finds work in the arts, and things develop for both Laila and Mohsen after their separation.
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The film revolves around the fisherman Mohsen, who wishes to marry Laila, the daughter of his employer, Al-Reis Aweis. One day, a young man arrives in town to work with Al-Reis Aweis. The young man learns of Mohsen's plan to marry Laila and fires Mohsen from his job. However, Mohsen later finds work in the arts, and things develop for both Laila and Mohsen after their separation.
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Studio:Hussein Fawzy Films
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