The Little Mermaid
La Petite Sirène
“Love makes us do strange things...”
Synopsis
A 40-year-old mechanic whistles at a passing teenager; she stops and upbraids him. In embarrassment, he claims he was whistling at her companion, her 14-year-old cousin, Isabelle. This changes Isabelle's outlook on life: her favorite story is Anderson's "Little Mermaid," and she thinks that in Georges she's found her prince. She follows him, engages him in conversation, and turns up at his flat. At first, he pushes her away and tells her she's nuts, but slowly he finds that she brings out of him a playful self, and he likes her devotion. The attraction builds, threatening Georges' adult relationships, including that with Nelly, his sweetheart. Where on earth can this affair lead?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 3, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Andrieux
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Andrieux, Yves Dangerfield
- Original Score
- Alain Jomy
- Original Title
- La Petite Sirène
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Apple Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Andrieux
Roger Andrieux, Yves Dangerfield
Alain Jomy
Robert Alazraki
Kenout Peltier
Roger Andrieux
Department Leadership Roster
Roger Andrieux
Director
Roger Andrieux
Writer
Roger Andrieux
Producer
Alain Jomy
Original Music Composer
Robert Alazraki
Director of Photography
Kenout Peltier
Editor
Christian Gasc
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Little Mermaid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Little Mermaid about?
A 40-year-old mechanic whistles at a passing teenager; she stops and upbraids him. In embarrassment, he claims he was whistling at her companion, her 14-year-old cousin, Isabelle. This changes Isabelle's outlook on life: her favorite story is Anderson's "Little Mermaid," and she thinks that in Georges she's found her prince. She follows him, engages him in conversation, and turns up at his flat. At first, he pushes her away and tells her she's nuts, but slowly he finds that she brings out of him a playful self, and he likes her devotion. The attraction builds, threatening Georges' adult relationships, including that with Nelly, his sweetheart. Where on earth can this affair lead?
Who directed The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid was directed by Roger Andrieux.
Who stars in The Little Mermaid?
The principal cast of The Little Mermaid includes Philippe Léotard, Laura Alexis, Évelyne, Marie Dubois, Marianne Winquist.
When was The Little Mermaid released and how long is it?
The Little Mermaid was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Little Mermaid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Little Mermaid was composed by Alain Jomy.
Is The Little Mermaid based on a book or true story?
The Little Mermaid is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Yves Dangerfield".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Little Mermaid?
The Little Mermaid holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).