sentences:  Disney's musical animated version of Andersen's tale, "The Little Mermaid" was released in 1989. Notable changes to the plot of Andersen's story include the religious aspects of the fairy tale, including the mermaid's quest to obtain an immortal soul.The sea-witch herself replaces the princess to whom the prince becomes engaged, using the mermaid's voice to prevent her from obtaining the prince's love.However, on their wedding day the plot is revealed, and the sea-witch is vanquished.