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Exploring the Controversy and Cultural Significance of Black Actress as Ariel in The Little Mermaid
The speakers discuss the controversy surrounding the casting of a black actress as Ariel in The Little Mermaid live-action adaptation, exploring the historical and cultural significance of mermaids in West African folklore and how mommy wata differs from Disney's Ariel.
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