May. 16, 2017|United States|92 Min.|G
Genre: Family
Description: “A Mermaid’s Tale” is a 2017 fantasy film that tells the story of Ryan, a 12-year-old girl, who relocates with her father, Matt, to his childhood home in a declining fishing town. There, they live with her gruff grandfather, Art. Struggling to adapt to her new surroundings, Ryan finds solace in the ocean and stumbles upon a mysterious girl named Coral trapped in a net beneath the docks. After freeing her, Ryan discovers that Coral is no ordinary girl—she’s a mermaid.
Their unlikely friendship blossoms, but the performances often feel forced, with exaggerated emotions that fail to capture the genuine bond between the characters. The film leans heavily into a Disney-esque tone but lacks the production quality to match. Despite its flaws, the story offers a heartfelt message of friendship and redemption, as Ryan and Coral uncover a secret that could save the town.
Set against the backdrop of a fading fishing community, “A Mermaid’s Tale” weaves a modern fairy tale about connection, discovery, and the magic of the ocean. While the execution may fall short, the story’s charm lies in its exploration of the extraordinary friendship between a young girl and a mermaid.
Cast director: Dustin Rikert
Cast actor: Jerry O’Connell, Barry Bostwick, Caitlin Carmichael, Nancy Stafford, Ronnie Gene Blevins, Sydney Scotia, Callan Wilson, Jaimi Paige, Hannah Fraser, Tiiu Loigu
Original name: A Mermaid’s Tale