IMDb altered its reviewing system to apply more weight to some reviewers in order to protect the new 'Little Mermaid' remake from 'unusual activity.'
, told Fox News Digital that ratings websites appear to protect films with diverse casts or narrative amenable to the political left.
He added that while there may indeed be some genuine"movie trolls" condemning the film, this incident highlights how only some films are protected by these institutions. Fox News Digital reached out to IMDb.com for comment. This article will be updated with any response.
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