A Mermaid Tale 2 (2012): Barbie In

Fans noted brighter underwater palettes and smoother character animation.

Merliah’s mother and ruler of Oceana.

A year after her first adventure, Merliah is at the top of her game, preparing for the ultimate surfing competition in Australia. However, her royal duties call when her mother, Queen Calissa, invites her to the "Changing of the Tides" ceremony in Oceana—a vital ritual that occurs once every twenty years to ensure the kingdom's prosperity. Barbie in A Mermaid Tale 2 (2012)

Reviewers from Common Sense Media highlighted that the film is notably "less consumerist" than earlier Barbie movies, focusing more on teamwork and personal responsibility than shopping or romance. It emphasizes themes of and the importance of helping others, even rivals. The film also earned nominations at the 2012 Leo Awards for Best Overall Sound and Best Performance in an Animation Program. However, her royal duties call when her mother,

Merliah's competitive rival turned ally. The film also earned nominations at the 2012