Favorites

Because my obsession with Disney is back at full blast and I've been extremely bored, I'm writing this post. So if you're sick of me and my Disney you don't have to read this.

So the other day, I found a "club" if you will, The Ultimate Disney Fans. It's YouTube thing, where ultimate Disney fans put together videos and discuss their favorite parts, characters, songs, etc. The Ultimate Disney Fan Questionarre is a YouTube video that prompts the fans to answer questions through a video they've made. I have yet to make a video, but I've decided to answer the questions on this blog post. Also, there have been changes to some of my favorites since my last post about Disney (because I've finally seen Tangled!). I have already covered some of my favorites before, so I may or may not go into detail, I might just reference you to the old post.


1) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY MOVIE?


The Lion King. I have mentioned this in a previous post, and even though I have now seen Tangled, The Lion King still remains in my top spot.


2) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE HEROINE?


Ariel from The Little Mermaid. This has not changed either. As much as I loved Rapunzel, she was almost exactly like Ariel, so I prefer to favorite the original adorable naiveté and curiosity. Ariel has my favorite eyes out of all the heroines, big and blue. People have said they are creeped out by Disney's huge eyes, but I love them! Ariel has the second largest eyes I think (first is Jasmine). Her blue eyes are always lit up and full of curiosity. Although not as expressive as Rapunzel's or as large as Jasmine's, her eyes still are my favorite. She is, after all, the first princess of the Disney Renaissance.


3) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY HERO?

Eugene Fitzherbert (more commonly known as Flynn Rider) from Tangled. It used to be Aladdin. Well, they've got their similarities. They're both thieves with a heart of gold. I'm used to "Flynn's" real name now. I didn't like it very much at first, but I do now. Flynn is his facade or persona. Flynn is the over-confident egotistical thief that only wants to be alone on his own private island with more money than he knows what to do with. Eugene is a sympathetic, thoughtful sort of a sap that has been buried underneath the Flynn Rider persona. As Rapunzel says, "I like Eugene Fitzherbert much better than Flynn Rider". He's my new favorite because of all I've written above, plus he's witty, swashbuckling, and... dashing, for lack of a better term. Also I LOVE his singing voice. Zac Levi should make his own album!


4) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE SIDEKICK?


Ray from The Princess and the Frog. Ever since I first saw the movie, Ray has been one of my all time favorite characters in Disney history. He is very selfless and a hopeless romantic (like me :P). I don't think I ever cried harder in a movie than I did when Ray died. I could hardly believe that they would seriously kill off such a loveable character. I cried harder though when he seemingly appears as a new star next to his love, Evangeline. Even though he was dead, he ended up with his true love in the sky. I know, I'm a sap. I love Ray's accent and it just makes it better that Jim Cummings (Tigger) does his voice. One of my favorite songs is his: Gonna Take You There (or Goin' Down the Bayou).


5) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE VILLAIN?


Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. She is just an all around epic villainess. Her costume is easily the most awesome thing I've ever seen. (Someday I'll have the courage to dress up as her for Halloween). Her voice is so full of evil and other awesome. She's an actual witch (and is known throughout the land as one, unlike any of the other villains). She turns into a dragon! Can't get any more epic than that. Her evil intention is all based on a grudge, which is realistic enough for me (although I think a murder-curse is a little far to go just because you're not invited to a party :P). Plus, her name itself is beyond cool and fun to say. Maleficent. EPIC!!!


6) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE COUPLE?


Rapunzel and Eugene/Flynn. It used to be a tie between Hercules and Meg, and Tiana and Naveen. But after seeing Tangled, it was completely obvious who the cutest couple was. I seriously can't get over how perfectly well the two go together. I was shipping them before I even saw the movie, but after actually watching them fall in love... gah! I just couldn't stand the cuteness of it all! Their relationship is one of the more believable relationships of Disney's (Beauty and the Beast's is the best). Although it happens within 48 hours, their feelings are gradual. They start out at odds with one another and slowly they become more interested in each other (after several life-threatening situations). Even though they start out at odds, they don't necessarily dislike each other (that's kind of where The Princess and the Frog went wrong. They go from hating each other's guts to falling in love in such a short amount of time), but it definitely isn't love at first sight (though each other clearly thinks the other is attractive XP). They had too many cute moments (campfire, dancing, the boat, playing keep-away with the crown at the end). I've officially dubbed them Cutest Couple in Disney history.


7) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DANCE SCENE?


Beauty and the Beast. I really don't have much to say on this. I think it's my favorite because of the camera angles and movements. It just gives the atmosphere more "oomf" emotion-wise. (Also I like the movement of Belle's dress as she twirls. It is amazing to look at).


8) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE KISS?


Belle and Adam (yes that is his name) from Beauty and the Beast. Beautiful, just beautiful. I mean there are FIREWORKS when they kiss, literally. Alan Menken's amazing music just puts so much more emotion into the scene than I thought was possible. Even though I've never been partial to Beast in human form, I can still believe that it's him and I am fully aware of the love the two characters have for each other. I've recently noticed that my favorite kisses include one of the partner's hands on the other's face. Plus a little 'brush-aside-the-hair' action right before they do... :D


9) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FAMILY SCENE?


Mulan. I can't decide between two scenes. The first choice is when Mulan's father comes and talks about the blossoms, using them as a metaphor to give her hope for her future. The second choice is when Mulan returns from the war and presents him with the sword and medallion and he tosses them aside and hugs her saying, "the greatest gift and honor is having you for a daughter". Both scenes are just so heart-warming. You can just FEEL the love of father-daughter. It always makes me want to go hug my dad.


10) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE EMOTIONAL SCENE?


When Eugene/Flynn dies in Tangled. I had a tough time picking this one. I thought when Ray dies first, but I decided it was too heart-breaking to admit to liking it the best. Then I thought about Mufasa dying, but I didn't think it was as emotional as it could have been. Lastly, I thought of the Beast dying, but I decided that I like the pure joy and excitement that comes from Rapunzel when he comes back to life instead of the uncertainty and calmness that comes from Belle when Beast comes back to life and is transformed. I did cry when Eugene dies... I really had no idea of how he could come back to life. I thought that Rapunzel would heal him with her hair, but that theory was crushed when Eugene cut it. However, I figured out that her tear would heal him once it showed it fall on his cheek. Once again, the music just made everything better. I listened to the track before I saw the movie. I had no idea what was going on, but I cried while listening to it.


11) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY CHILD?


Olivia from The Great Mouse Detective. I'm not sure why Simba is not my favorite, but he just isn't. I like Olivia for... I seriously have no idea why. I just DO! She's super cute and I like her little scottish accent. That's really all I have to say about her.


12) WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY ANIMAL?


Maximus from Tangled. Love all around for the super-cop horse! He was (as I said in my review below) the show-stealer. I can't really describe him. You just have to watch him to understand. He's non-speaking and has some hilarious facial expressions (although the entire movie wins facial-expression-wise). Who would have thought that a horse would take it upon himself to capture a thief? Haha!


13) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY SONG?


Extremely difficult choice! I've been debating on Gonna Take You There, A Whole New World, I'll Make a Man Out of You, Go the Distance, and I Won't Say I'm in Love, and finally decided on I'll Make a Man Out of You. The song is so much fun to sing along with. It's got a great and extremely catchy tune accompanied with well crafted lyrics that flow. I have yet to meet someone who doesn't get excited when they hear this song. I'll bet those really speedy runners with their iPods are listening to this song because it's so motivating. Donny Osmond singing it just makes it that much better! Whether you're a man or not, it applies :)


14) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE INSTRUMENTAL SONG?


Again, extremely difficult choice. I was stuck on Transformation from Beauty and the Beast, Campfire from Tangled, Farewell from Pocahontas, Kingdom Dance from Tangled, and Mulan's Decision from Mulan. I finally chose Campfire from Tangled. Although it's not triumphant or upbeat like the others, there's just something about it that I find endearing. It's very... contemplative. The whistle/flute/or whatever it is, is my favorite (but that instrument is not included in the movie for some reason). The flute has a beautiful little solo in the middle of it with light strings in the background. I know this part is supposed to be when "Flynn" is talking about his past. The whistle just kind of tells you the "sob-story" (as he refers to it). I'm so confused as to why they kept the light strings, but not the whistle in the actual scene.


15) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BEAUTIFUL SCENE?


The lantern scene from Tangled. I know this movie's elements have been my favorites in many areas, but I can't deny the beauty of this scene. The reflections in the glassy water, the orange and pink glow, the sparkling, the realizing you're in love... ahh. Pure beauty.


16) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FIGHT/BATTLE?


The archery tournament in Robin Hood. This battle was mostly comedy all around. It has everything in it. Pie throwing, sword fighting, football, a running tent, and even a marriage proposal as well as plans for married life XD. There were some pretty funny lines included too. "Seize the fat one!" or "Who's driving this flying umbrella?" or "What a beautiful brawl" or "Six children? Oh a dozen at least!".


17) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE OPENING SCENE?


The Hunchback of Notre Dame hands down. A black screen with some light bells ringing and some quiet "chanting", the disney castle logo, black again, then BOOM!!! Epic view of Notre Dame in the clouds with the amazing chorus from Hellfire. Then it proceeds with Clopin singing about the mysterious bell ringer using his puppets. It's just so... I don't know what! I get goosebumps whenever I watch it.


18) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ENDING SCENE?


Pocahontas all the way. Never in my life have I had more goosebumps while watching a movie. The music, her hair blowing, WHOO!!! The music is what really does it for me. I did mention above that it was one of the contestants for favorite instrumental music. I like this ending because it's sad, but not too sad. That's a weird thing for me to say, I LOVE happy endings. However, for some reason the whole John Smith leaving and probably never coming back thing passed with me. I can't really explain it. For some reason, I like it when things down't go perfectly... it's more realistic and doesn't give me high hopes for my future :P.


Well, that's all the questions for now. I'm sure there will be more to come.