TheGamer Doesn't Understand 'The Little Mermaid' (A Response Video)

[@adekaiwamisou]

This article is proof that people have entirely way too much time in their hands.

[@angrytheclown801]

I can explain why Eric brought Ariel into the palace: A random girl washes up on shore. No one knows her and she's not native to that kingdom. Sacred Hospitality comes into play and entire conflicts have started over violating it. Yes, if Ursula had washed up on shore and was in disguise with no clear indication of being dangerous, he would have had to take her in as well. He is the de facto leader of his kingdom, he represents his people. So him taking Ariel in is reasonable and logical.

[@jaguarwarrior7627]

Emily Coates: writes dumb things to get attention and thinks the little mermaid is bad The Chad Erik: pathetic

[@logandance4644]

Also on the shark part, it is true that some sharks are given a reputation they don't deserve like Great Whites, however, there are sharks that do deserve it, like Bull Sharks. Bull Sharks are notorious for being extremely aggressive and territorial among other things.

[@bradenanders9105]

In reference to your comments on point 17, during "Under the Sea" Sebastian actually warns against this fantastical way of thinking using the same analogy you used, referencing seaweed always being greener in some else's lake.

[@NobodyC13]

Sebastian being a Jamaican crab was thought up by Howard Ashman himself (y'know, the songwriter whose ideas and creativity gave Disney the vim and vigor to enter their Renaissance, and later became a victim of the AIDS crisis but nevertheless worked on and into Beauty and the Beast until his own body started failing from the disease). Sebastian was originally going to be stuffy British butler turtle, but Ashman suggested making him a Jamaican crab because it made him stand out (both the red color palette amongst the sea and complementing Ariel's hair) and gave Ashman and his music partner Alan Menken the opportunity to mix genres and fuse calypso into the movie's thematic score.

[@Richforce1]

The science objections I have to point to the theme of MST3K "Just repeat to yourselves it's just a show, I should really just relax".

[@andrewdowns3673]

For number 18: I always just assumed that Mermaids had a different written language than humans, and the contract being in English was for the audience's sake.

[@beethovensfidelio]

So Ariel basically speaks dolphin like Madison does in “Splash”: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqubZWt8e6ifeK8

[@andrewdowns3673]

@@beethovensfidelio Yeah, that makes total sense since otherwise, it'd be hard for sound to travel underwater.

[@beethovensfidelio]

@@andrewdowns3673 I was being sarcastic, since there’s no indication that Ariel actually speaks dolphin, but it’s worth noting that “Splash” was released under Disney’s adult facing label “Touchstone Pictures” thus predating “The Little Mermaid” by five years, hence why I cited that film where Madison says her name in dolphin.

[@andrewdowns3673]

@@beethovensfidelio Oh... :( well I still think it's a cool idea.

[@aaronrowell6943]

Ariel was about to face major consequences namely that she was about to be Ursula's slave and then to be saved her dad's sacrificed himself to save her so it's not like she faced absolutely zero consequences. Of course we of course we also get a happy ending but you know again it's fun to bait I've had fun debating people over whether or not Ariel actually faces consequences for her actions because it is a valid debate

[@bluedragonstudios9004]

The entire article can be summarized as a complaint for ‘Ma Realism’.

[@Demolitiondude]

Imagine if this article the other way around. 25 reasons why 20,000 leagues under the sea is not magical enough. With the points being not enough magic, whimsy, or both. In the Victorian Sci-fi movie.

[@MrBerg4ever]

I'm honestly surprised that they didnt mention that there's no black people in the movie either, thats a common trope with articles like this lol

[@RavenKnightYT]

Oh don’t you worry…that’s coming up later in another article.

[@logandance4644]

I can ignore the faulty science of films like The Little Mermaid with no problem unless it's utterly preposterous like the Mulan live action. But I mainly focus on how well it represents the original story, The Little Mermaid does add multiple things to the story to make it more interesting like they did with Cinderella and Snow White, but it still stuck closely to the original fairytale. For the hair part it should be fairly obvious since the Mermaids are mainly a water based species their bodies will be made to deal with water her hair could be similar to that of the adorable Sea Bunny but longer, or maybe it's a completely new substance that does flow underwater. There was that snake found near Thailand that was completely covered in a moss like substance that seemed like it was flowing and not knotting up. This is just me, but when I choose to make a story with fantasy creatures I usually try to make it seem more realistic so people can connect to it better, and I'll base the fantasy civilisations off real civilisations, for my orc people I based their life style off of Norse raiders and the Spartan society which I think fits very well. But this show is still okay because it is based on the original and it does it very well. Sadly, however, Disney will likely botch the live action since, like the Mulan live action (and sadly cartoon, still good show though) will focus less on the original story and just try to fit a narrative (Really why a Hawaiian girl for a story that takes place in 13th century Europe).

[@tropetrinitytrilogy8533]

I thought it couldn't get funnier than the Greta Thumburg how dare you moment, but I died at your Eric chat rant. You're so right though Eric is next level!

[@RavenKnightYT]

Thank you. Hahaha! But wait till you see my other two Little Mermaid videos. I get way more silly. SheKnows Hates 'The Little Mermaid' (A Response Video) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHTMoIZohsipmas Cracked Doesn't Get 'The Little Mermaid' (A Response Video) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZCWnoB3ZdGIi9U ;) I think you’ll enjoy them.

[@tropetrinitytrilogy8533]

@@RavenKnightYT I'm definitely going to check these out! :D

[@thalastianjorus]

This list reminds me how ridiculous the world is becoming. Because, sadly, you all _know_ that this article still exists because the amount of positive feedback outweighs the negative.

[@Whiteknight23495]

What does people like the gamers have against marriages and relationships there’s many in Christianity and Jewish cultures that enjoy the companionship that marriage provides also is a consensual relationship even some that already have existing happy affectionate relationship which marriage is a commitment and I look at marriage as more than beneficial for psychological and spiritual and social stability

[@hariman7727]

A good lawyer would have a field day with Ursula in court. Man this list you're critiquing is ridiculously nitpicky. This is what you get when a self righteous child critiques a classic from a self declared pedestal.

[@skeith1543]

I loved Ariel, Red heads man. That said, Anyone notice how Redheads seems to get race swapped a lot for Diversity points?

[@andrewdowns3673]

Exactly! And as a redhead, I feel racially neglected! (I don't really, but still am perturbed)

[@anonymussicarius8899]

Oh man, if these brain dead complaints were the easy one, we are in for a real ride. XD

[@sharkchaos5160]

Great video raven and this article is as dumb as the article says Thomas the tank engine and Paw Patrol are fascism.

[@biffdakid]

Raven doing three rounds of little mermaid bout to pummel with words

[@ZeusStormbringer]

Eyy, my man plays SWTOR, freaking nice.

[@jonnyboy4289]

What are your thoughts on Ariel being called out for being a typical damsel in distress? She saved Flounder multiple times while outmaneuvering a shark, destroyed Ursula's eels in the climax, and saved Eric 2 times. But, many people are saying it's not good enough and dismiss Ariel as weak, passive, and helpless (like Princess Peach, or Bella Swan from Twilight, or Mary Jane Watson from the Spiderman Trilogy (2002-2007) because she has to be rescued in the 3rd act.

[@frostfiredirewolf8517]

"SHOW ME THE WAY TO THIS LAGOON MAN!"

[@horzinesecurityagent1732]

oh boy no one tell them about scps they'd lose their mind.

[@IsiahAllison]

And another thing. They called Goku's critically acclaimed games like Budokai 1 "bad."

[@Tired-Merc]

Yooo is raven watching one punch man music? poggers

[@justacrusaderguy3320]

Holy shmt. I've never cringed so god damn hard. Jesus Christ,

[@pforpaulo1337]

What was the reason for you to search red twi'lek?

[@RavenKnightYT]

Helping my artist friend Hannah see concept designs for Twi’lek characters since there was a demand for art of one. I knew there were red ones so I was looking up the term to see.

[@catneko6855]

Oh Boy- HERE WE GO....

[@dr.calibrations7984]

A woman DOES need to be married to be happy. So does a man. Marriage completes the person. A person who never gets married is effectively doomed to despair.

[@TitusCastiglione1503]

Eh that’s simplistic. I know of people who aren’t married and live relatively fulfilled lives. Case in point, nuns and monks.

[@dr.calibrations7984]

@@TitusCastiglione1503 Fair point about the monks and the nuns, though I'd argue that they are rare exceptions that only make up for the lack of marriage by devoting their life to the word of God. I'm not going to invalidate your friends but I'd ask a series of questions such as; are they celibate? If they are continuously having premarital sex then I'd argue that they are headed towards despair, same for constant masturbation. Do they go out all the time? Might be because loneliness. Again I won't invalidate your friends experiences, but I'd argue, due to my faith sure, that if they aren't living a Christian life without marriage they aren't entirely fulfilled. This would exclude people searching for a spouse or people who have unfortunately, lost their spouse. No hate but simply my worldview.

[@TitusCastiglione1503]

@@dr.calibrations7984 I suspect many of them do, some do not. Regardless, holy writ in no way requires marriage of its followers, nor does long-standing church tradition. While marriage is a very good and sometimes necessary thing, I must submit your view is too extreme for me to adopt.

[@sailormermaidix24]

Fun fact the Little Mermaid does take place in the Mediterranean Sea and does take place near Southern Italy said by the creators

[@RavenKnightYT]

Then the creators never took a geography class in their life, and are unaware that Eric is the most un-Italian name since Kevin.

[@sailormermaidix24]

@@RavenKnightYT yeah that is true but it's also a fantasy with Merpeople and magic. Plus disney isn't really known for its historical or cultural accuracy.

[@vetarlittorf1807]

​@@RavenKnightYTEric was named after animator Eric Larson, he was originally supposed to be named Felix (though don't quote me on that). And the landscape, flora, fauna and architecture bears no resemblance to Denmark whatsoever. Eric's kingdom has mountains, palm trees, flamingoes and grapevines, none of which are native to Denmark. The ocean in the movie also looks too pleasant and warm to be the Northern Sea or the Baltic and the wildlife mentioned and seen in Under The Sea are also not found in the oceans around Denmark. Heck, HC Andersen himself describes the kingdom in a way that reminds of Mediterranean culture. From what I gather, I think Eric's kingdom is a fictional island nation near Italy. The movie's novelization and the alt-timeline book Twisted Tale call the kingdom "Tirulia."

[@labodge7322]

i love the critisisim of raven made me laught so hard

[@Zakanuva]

32:49 _Preach_ it, brother!

[@deadknight1402]

28:10 - The Patrick Warburton accent. If we're gonna be so nitpicky about the science of a fantasy movie in parts where literally nobody cares, why can't I with a subpar article? Sharks aren't a species, they're a superorder with more than 500 known species, both extant and extinct. But yeah, sharks are generally a lot more chill than in the movies. Dolphins though... Those things have a sense of morality, and can think in moral terms, they just choose to be assholes 90% of the time.

[@IsiahAllison]

And don't forget about their bias list on who Goku will win against, but what really makes that list biased is who Goku could lose against. Not saying this as a "Gokutard" or a "toxic" Goku fan, but they're making the same mistake that CBR. The characters that Goku could "lose" against? They're lying, like CBR. I bet Goku would win against even them, not just Shadow the Hedgehog. Another thing The Gamer the guilty of is bashing Rikku like the SJWs they really are in their biased "Final Fantasy Characters that Square Enix wants you to Forget" list. All because the girl wears a freaking bikini top in Final Fantasy X-2. Nowadays, only SJWs will hate Rikku wearing a bikini top, showing off her well-toned stomach for fansevice. What a bunch of crybabies. Sorry for the long comment. But it's true.

[@marvalice3455]

I'm pretty sure that the little mermaid explicitly takes place in the caribean. but I might be wrong.

[@aSloppySandwich]

I had this kid in my class when i was still in school, Austin. From 1st grade until senior year, he was "that guy". Every time we watched a movie in class, be it polar express, catch me if you can, hidden figures, wall-e, it didn't matter, he was always yelling over the movie, raising hell about 'plot holes' and 'leaps in logic' and sometimes he even made good points, but... Dude, NOBODY CARES. If you want to watch a movie for realism, go watch a documentary. Please stop trying to apply realism and science to fucking fantasy and sci-fi movies. I wouldn't be surprised if he wrote this article lol. Don't be an Austin guys.

[@EmberBright2077]

I mean, I care about whether or not a movie is stupid, and I imagine the great authors such as Tolkien or Martin would as well. While I like Speed Racer, if Joker had operated on the same logic, I think it would be worse for it. I think we can agree that if Lord of the Rings threw reality out the window and became Dragon Ball Z, it would be a lesser story. Anything you want to have in a story relies on logic to function. This is why movies like the Last Jedi are bad - nothing it's trying to achieve is supported by any kind of logic.

[@demideity4496]

Why…why did you look up “red twi’lek” I’m not judging…

[@RavenKnightYT]

I answered that in an earlier comment.

[@John-fk2ky]

He was helping a friend working on some art, if I remember correctly.

[@ericbles]

This article is made to get clicks Noting more

[@rodan9773]

1 - It's an animated Movie it's not going to follow this worlds Science next time proff read before printing. 2 - That was never the point and he would not talk about his parents just out of the blue would he. 3 - Sailors have been lost at Sea died at Sea & had Ship Wreaks so if they could always read when a Storms going to happen that would not happen some times nature be scary. 4 - Rocks can be that large out in the ocean now and then ever heard of underwater Cliffs. 5 - They wouldn't show them explaining it to the guests it is not part of the movies story. 6 - I didn't understand the criticism she made a mistake so ??. 7 - IT'S NOT RELEVANT. 8 - Jusy because she can write her name dose not mean she can write other stuff. 9 - She has never been to the surface before so she just guessed it to make it seem even better. 10 - Some parents have favourites and not favourites so they are more forgiving for that argument but I think Raven is right in his argument too. 11 - A King will not know everything you know. 12 - I can not remember her being mean to Flownder. 13 - Dolphins are very powerful breath holders plus ITS ANIMATED. 14 - Always read the fine Print. 15 - Ariel was with him done. 16 - Animated animated animated bloody Hell. 17 - Hair........ANIMATED ARRRRRRRRRRR. 18 - Everything ? she dose not have freedom like she wants bloody Hell listen to the plot. 19 - Water Magic. 20 - He's Horney lol. 21 - Shes salvaging I don't think The Ghosts are going to care. 22 - A Shark really 🤦‍♂️. 23 - She's not thinking straight adrenaline dose that. 24 - Its not the Book. 25 - ITS NOT THE BOOK. God this guy is just bloody Hell.

[@rodan9773]

Can you do a Reaction to Jehovah Witness Propagada videos ?. Respect and keep up the epic work.

[@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif]

something tells me this girl doesn't get invited to alot of parties anymore

[@justanapple472]

The writer of the article or raven knight ?

[@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif]

@@justanapple472 writer ofcourse, if they suck the fun out of everything like they tried to do with little mermaid

[@justanapple472]

@@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif Thanks for explaining bcs I was confused as the writer was a woman 👍

[@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif]

@@justanapple472 oh well then that was my bad

[@justanapple472]

@@WurrzagsMorkyMischeif glad we cleared that up and thanks again !

[@inertviewer5160]

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[@HunterAero]

Your sarcastic reading voice lost me in the first two lines, was hyped to watch this then you lost me.

[@RavenKnightYT]

If sarcastic reading in the first two lines was enough to lose you, you couldn’t have been that hyped. I always read the lines of these kinds of articles in an exaggerated or sarcastic way to differentiate what the writer is saying from my own words for people who can’t watch the video and must only listen. But very well. If it’s that much of an issue, I invite you to go read the article yourself and form your own conclusions.