I was getting ready to head to Country Fest Friday afternoon when I got a text from my mom asking "Will you PLEASE go see The Little Mermaid in 3D with me tonight?" Since the word please was in all caps, I said I would since this was an unusual request of her. I really didn't have much of a desire to see it but I figured I'd humor her.

Of course I have seen the original cartoon version from 1989 (my mom hasn't..just the show at Disney World). While I like the movie, it's not my favorite of Disney's by any stretch. What I do like about the original is Sebastian and his song "Under The Sea", as well as Pat Carroll as Ursula...her performace was EPIC!!! So I wasn't sure what to expect with this version, but kept an open mind.

I thought it was GREAT!!! Halle Bailey NAILED Ariel. Sebastian and Scuttle are funny just like in the original. Then there's Melissa McCarthy as Ursula. WOW!!! She was just as good as Pat Carroll in my opinion. Not like she would or could replace her...but McCarthy's portrayal is on point! If you haven't seen this version yet...GO! Even if you don't have kids to take, it is enjoyable for sure!