You know, funny enough, I never noticed how frequently Arthur's voice changes throughout the film until quite a few online critics pointed it out. Now I can't unhear it every time he switches back and forth between little kid voice to preteen. Apparently, he had three different voice actors and that's why, but it is kind of hilarious, even if unintentionally.
omg I only noticed the voice change when he was a fish (just took it as, well, he's a fish now so make sesne lol) but I had no idea the kid had 3 different voice actors! That's so interesting!
Okay, a couple of things: 1. To help you answer some of your questions, the story is based on a book which is based on the legend. This movie is based on the first part of “The Once and Future King” by T.H. White, a collection of shorter novels that retell the Arthurian legend with a mixture of reverence and irreverence. In the book, Merlin had an affliction: he experiences time in reverse. So, this means when someone meets him for the first time, he cries bitter tears because it’ll be the last time ever seeing them; likewise, he’s happy to meet someone for the first time during a heartfelt goodbye. 2. You asked about Arthur’s parents. His father was the former King of England (the one that was mentioned at the beginning of the movie that died). His name was Uther (OO-ther) Pendragon. During his reign, Uther made many enemies and knew that his son would not be safe. To ensure that Arthur was protected, he sent him away and had Sir Ector (Arthur’s stepfather) raise him as his own. Uther was soon poisoned thereafter, and the land was divided amongst barons and lords until a new king could be decided. Hence also why Arthur was worthy of drawing the sword from the stone. 3. The wizard’s duel remains one of the best highlights, and my favorite part, of this film. It’s imaginative, funny, and has really good animation. Additionally, it’s very clever with each transformation as Merlin chooses animals that aren’t as threatening as, naturally, Mim chooses predators that kill. Also, as the fight drags on and Mim’s frustration to losing to Merlin grows, she makes her transformations bigger and more threatening while Merlin becomes smaller and smaller. When Mim finally decides to cheat again and transform into a dragon, Merlin becomes the smallest organism that ultimately brings Mim down. 4. Finally, each lesson Merlin teaches Arthur will have an effect during his reign as king (some of these are interpretations): a. the first lesson about the dangers and enemies that Arthur will encounter (the strong that prey on the weak) and that with intellect and resolve, he can overcome them. b. the second lesson about the power of force, particularly love. Love can be wonderful, but it also can be used, even accidentally, to devastate. Also, trying to be anything but what you actually are will be revealed leading to tragic results. This also foreshadows the tragic heartbreak that Arthur will encounter during his reign between his wife, Queen Guinevere and his best friend, Sir Lancelot. c. the third/fourth lesson with the importance of freedom and the abuse of power. The feeling of becoming a bird and soaring through the sky without being confined is an important concept as Arthur will come to know and respect the liberty of freedom for his people as well protect it from those who would suppress or abuse it. Additionally, the introduction of Mim showcases how magic and power can be abused for their own selfish means. Thus, through Merlin, Arthur sees the importance of his own future power for good.
omg thank you so much for all of the information! 🙏😻 1. That's so cool it's based on a series of books! Was Merlin part of the legend? Or was that something that was added in the books? 2. Ohhhh that's so interesting! And makes a lot of sense tbf Also love the actual pronunciation of Uther haha 🤘 3. Yeah that's so true! The wizard duel was super entertaining! Also love the deeper aspect of it 😋 4. Love it! Love everything that you wrote. Important lessons to be taught that's for sure! 😻
Glad you enjoyed. As you can tell , I really like this movie, and Arthurian stories. Also, to answer your question, yes Merlin was part of the Legends.
9:25 the songs were written by the Sherman Brothers who also wrote songs for Disney films animated and live action perspectively. Unfortunately they’re no longer living among us, for you see Robert passed away on March 6, 2012 by the age of 86 and as for Richard he passed on May 25, 2024 by the age of 95. May their souls rest in peace.
The story of King Arthur comes from English folklore, often dubbed “Arthurian Legend”. And The Sword in the Stone was a book written in 1938 by T.H. White that serves as a version of a (at the time) modern interpretation of Arthur’s backstory. So this movie is based on a literary work based on Arthurian legend.
Glad to see not only someone reacting to this movie but enjoying it too. This is still my favorite Disney film and Madam Mim is such an awesome underrated villain. If you react/review to other more Disney, namely underrated/underappreciated ones, I'd recommend both Rescuer films. Down Under at the very least!
I can see why it's your fav :D It really is a good one that's for sure! I've seen both of The Rescuer films and the second one will be up on the channel soon 👀😋
@@TheCatPrideCinema I imagine you've also probably heard of its not-so-great reputation with many criticizing it for having very clumsy writing that doesn't take full advantage of its concepts.
This is Disneys funniest movie. Like when Archimedes laughs out Merlin is the best thing for me. But it is a very diffrent and relaxed movie. Sort of wish more movies could be like this and not feel the need to be hyper fast paced all the time. And I like that Merlin makes sure to never be the sollution to Arthurs problems. It´s like the saying, give a man a fish and he will not be hungry today, learn him how to fish and he will not go hungry for the rest of his life.
@@maureenseel118 Well if you don´t count the squirrel. I have to say the quote "Love may be the most powerful force on earth." Is really profound while everything else are more direct teaching he learn out.
it really is a good one that's for sure! Oh yeah I loved it when Archimedes laughed at Merlin as well 😹 and I agree, I wish there were more movies like this and also with the saying that you mentioned 🤘
"All he wants is something to eat. The poor, poor thing." I kind of wonder if you'll say the same thing about Kaa in Disney's The Jungle Book, when and if you might decide to see that movie. XD
hahahaha 😹😹😹😹 Which Kaa are we talking about? The OG one or the one voiced by Scarlett Johansson? 😻👀 I've seen The Jungle Book many times (the OG one) - love the film 😻 furthermore, the wolf here doesn't speak so I can assume he's going off of predatory instinct, whereas Kaa can be "reasoned" with so long as you don't fall for his trap 😹
@@TheCatPrideCinema The 1967 animated version. And while I can see where you're coming from, personally I feel it's not that different between them. But even so, fun reaction to watch and I'm looking forward to more videos from you. 😄
This is such a classic! I love this movie. It's a bit odd and quirky but so so charming. Archimedes is hilarious. He's a good old bird. Also fun fact: certian sound effects, music and animations in this film are reused from other old Disney films. It was to save time and money i believe. It hilarious but it does work.
haha I love this movie's quirkiness and sense of humour 😹 it definitely makes it more entertaining and charming that's for sure yeah I'm not surprised certain animations and other things were reused in other films. I also heard it was supposed to save time and money 🤘
¨Rubity, scrubity, sweebity¨ playing during washing the dishes reminds me more of the song Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat from The Aristocats. Still the track is actually not used in any other Disney movie. Mim changing to a dragon is most well known as Maleficent changing in dragon, but also Robin Hood climbing the burning tower in despair. Merlin comforting Arthur who is told he can´t be Kay´s squire is a reuse from Jungle Book. That´s the only reuses of tracks in this movie as far as I know.
The ¨snapping sound¨ is indeed Maleficent as a dragon closing her mouth but maybe even more well known from the crocodile closing his mouth in Peter Pan when trying to eat Hook. By the way sounds of the crocs mouth closing in The Rescuers are three new sounds.
ohhh that's cool! I haven't seen Peter Pan enough times I guess for it to sink in XD I think I saw the live action one more times (the older one, not the one that was released recentley)
This one, like the other Disney films of the 60s and early 70s, had a smaller budget than say Snow White or Pinocchio, or the Renaissance Era movies like The Little Mermaid and Beauty And The Beast. As such, the animators had to cut costs by literally using Xerox to copy the drawings instead of manually drawing each individual frame. In a lot of close-ups, you can see pencil marks. Arthur's voice constantly switching from a little kid to a teen was due to the original voice actor was hitting puberty and his voice was changing, so others were used at certain points.
yeah I can definitely see they had a smaller budget. I also love seeing some of the pencil marks in these films 😋 Interesting they used a Xerox to copy drawings which makes sense tbf haha They did a fabulous job with what they had 🤘 I've been reading people mention that! I think its hilarious they had to add other kids to record Aurthur's lines 😹
@TheCatPrideCinema By the 60s, animation was entering the "Dark Age". Interest in animation was waning, and a lot of studios shut down completely or outsourced to other countries. Even Disney was forced to cut costs. Not helping any was that Disney had hit a rough patch and hadn't had a smash hit since Cinderella (which itself broke a previous cold streak that began with Pinocchio). Plus, to fund Disneyland, they slashed their animation budgets.
I had completely forgot about it until I saw your reaction but I used to watch this movie all the time when I was a kid. I guess I always loved the King Arthur and the Kinghts of the Round Table story. For more of this I recommend King Arthur[ Director's Cut] (2004) and Guy Ritchie's King Arthur Legend of the Sword (2017), those are my favourites movie adaptations of the King Arthur story.
I sometimes heard stories about King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table but not sure where I heard it from - until I used to watch this cartoon show that was a parody of the story 😹 Thank you for the recommendations! I'll look into them 😋
Fun Fact: Arthur had three voice actors in the role. The original voice actor was going through puberty at the time, so the director had his two sons fill in for some of the lines in the movie.
Another Fun Fact: The voice actors for Merlin and Archimedes originally had the opposite roles. However it was decided that they didn't fit the roles they were voicing and the roles were switched.
I remember this one being one of my favourites. For something on a different style, i would recommend Heavy Metal (1981) and Fire and Ice (1983), great animated movies. And for a more Treasure Planet look, Titan A.E
It's a good one that's for sure! Oooo and thank you for the recommendations! I'll look into them 🤘 Titan A.E. is definitely on the list and will be watching it soon 😻
My dear, all old Disney movies start with a book 😉 and this one is the one I watched at my baby-sitter's house when I was sick. I have to admit that some of Archimedes' lines are better in french. For example, when Merlin introduced Arthur to him, he says he's just a little boy, and Archimedes answers " Little ? Little ? * laugh * He's tall and thin ! " About turning the female squirel into a human, that could work but she'll still have her animal instinct. Now, about the voices, in France, Merlin has the same voice actor than Georges Hautecourt (the funny old man in " The Aristocats "), Kay has the same than the chief of the crows in " Dumbo " one of the vultures in " The Jungle Book " Tweedle Dum in " Alice in Wonderland " and Slinky, the dog of " Toy Story ", Sir Hector has the same than Baloo, Little John and Thomas O'Malley
Oh, by the way, you growned about Kay but according to the legend, he became one of the most loyal knights of the Round Table. And if you saw the " Shrek " movies, you probably will recognize Merlin
love this movie, great trip down memory lane. if you are interested in the later parts of king arthurs story, the part with the knights of the round table, i would recommend Monty Python and the Holy Grail, if you haven't seen that one.
I can see why! Thank you for recommending it! 😻 omg Monty Python and the Holy Grail is AMAAAZING! I quote lines from it all the time 😹 my most used quote from that film is, "run away! run away! 😹
Hi how are you I hope you're doing well these days and I'm glad you like the sword in the Stone this is one of my favorite Disney movies all I'm waiting for is the live-action version of this movie but until then I still like the cartoon also you look very beautiful and you look amazing I hope you come on twitch soon I missed you there but if you have things you need to take care of I understand but I hope I see you there soon but until then always take care of yourself always be safe but I'm glad that you like this movie
Hi there! omg what's your twitch handle? 🙀 I don't think I recognize your TH-cam handle haha Love that you were in my twitch streams 😋 Yeah I don't have plans on going back to twitch in the future but I appreciate you 😋 Also I can totally see why this movie is one of your favs - it really is a good film 😸
@TheCatPrideCinema you know me it's me but if you need to know again it's nightwarrior8099 this is my TH-cam my name may be a little different but it's me I understand that you're not going to be on twitch for quite some time but it would be nice to see you back there but if you're going to be here on TH-cam I'll stop by say hello leave a comment check out the movies you're seeing but most of all it's good to see you again I'm glad you're doing well
During the movie you asked out loud if Merlin was going to turn the girl squirrel human...well, you've seen the movie so no...but there is a little more to it than that. Firstly it was a totally reasonable question to ask given the emotional impact of the scene. The Sword in the Stone is frankly a weird movie with it's series vignettes rather than a developed story running though it. Were this a more traditionally structured film, it would be unthinkable that such a pivotal moment in Arthur's emotional development would not be developed further in some way by bringing her back and providing closure for the audience but the film is what it is. Now I did say there was a little more to this, well, suffice to say the squirrel scene had a big impact on a lit of children that watched it. For some it was like a gateway drug to being a furry, for others, the squirls sad despair and crying left a tiny hole in their heart. A small percentage of those of later generations who watched it on VHS and DVD and were so affected reached out online and found others and together a tiny sub-community was formed sharing art, fan fiction etc of this romance. The girl squirrel has been named by the fans as Hazel, hardly original but it fits. With most of the art and fan fiction focused on her becoming human via magic, mostly of Merlin's had by sometimes by Mim. Along with a desire to see Hazel happy, the paring of them is further compounded by the general knowledge that Arthur's so-called great love Guinevere is an adulteress and unworthy of Arthur's love compared to Hazel who it is implied would be utterly loyal and devoted to him thus returning the loyalty Arthur showed the undeserving Guinevere. I would 100% call myself a fan of this ship, having not only looked at the wonderful art but read many of the stories. Oh and just to be clear as you did rightly keep repeating, "He's 12" the kind of content I enjoy for this ship are the cute, age appropriate ones like the school romance manga's and anime's, with lots of awkward, adorable, blushing.
haha yeah movie's gotta movie 😹 omg I had no knowledge of Guinevere 😹 was she part of the legend or something? Regardless, that's interesting that the squirrel scene made such an impact on people - I can see why but it's interesting to learn the extent of it. (Also cute they called her Hazel haha) Thank you for the information! 🙏
Yeah I figured that later in the reaction 🤣 and I corrected myself in the edit. I originally thought barracudas were salt water based but figured movie’s gotta movie until they mentioned in the later scene that it was a pike 🤣
I'd love to see you react to: Wizards (1977) Titan A.E. (2000) Gandahar (1987) Heavy Metal (1981) Time Masters (1982) Starchaser: The Legend of Orin (1985) The Lord of the Rings (1978) Dirty Duck (1974) Project A-Ko (1986) Rock & Rule (1983)
ooo another person who requested Titan A.E. 😻😻😻 it's on the list and am hoping to watch it soon 😸 Thank you for the other recommendations! I'll look into them 😋 Also, I've seen all of The Lord of the Rings films haha (not a huge fan but I appreciate the effort that was put into the films and the cast is great 🤘)
@@TheCatPrideCinema That's the animated Lord Of The Rings by Ralph Bakshi. Amazing film, but they ran out of money halfway through and had to finish some scenes with tinted live action...
Yeah I figured that later in the reaction 🤣 and I corrected myself in the edit. I did think at first that barracudas were salt water based but figured movie’s gotta movie haha (until they mentioned in the later scene that it was a pike 🤣)
I got a question for you.Would you be interested in reacting to these 3 movies?They are called the page master and see spot run and axl They are definitely worth checking out
Though i love Merlin and Arhur as fav the SUgAR AND SPOON is the top of the 3 no one ever likes sugar and spoon its cute and funny as heck should of had more parts and this is tied of 4 movies for my FAVORITE DISNEY movies 4 tied are this Aladdin, Return of Jafar, and Robin hood each gives me what i want and hard to pick true fav all 4 are counted as favorite. I wish others loved this movie like i do.
hahaha yeah sugar and spoon was a good one 😹 great scene! and all the other movies you listed are fab! (I personally am not a fan of Return of Jafar tho 😅)
You know, funny enough, I never noticed how frequently Arthur's voice changes throughout the film until quite a few online critics pointed it out. Now I can't unhear it every time he switches back and forth between little kid voice to preteen. Apparently, he had three different voice actors and that's why, but it is kind of hilarious, even if unintentionally.
omg I only noticed the voice change when he was a fish (just took it as, well, he's a fish now so make sesne lol) but I had no idea the kid had 3 different voice actors! That's so interesting!
Okay, a couple of things:
1. To help you answer some of your questions, the story is based on a book which is based on the legend. This movie is based on the first part of “The Once and Future King” by T.H. White, a collection of shorter novels that retell the Arthurian legend with a mixture of reverence and irreverence. In the book, Merlin had an affliction: he experiences time in reverse. So, this means when someone meets him for the first time, he cries bitter tears because it’ll be the last time ever seeing them; likewise, he’s happy to meet someone for the first time during a heartfelt goodbye.
2. You asked about Arthur’s parents. His father was the former King of England (the one that was mentioned at the beginning of the movie that died). His name was Uther (OO-ther) Pendragon. During his reign, Uther made many enemies and knew that his son would not be safe. To ensure that Arthur was protected, he sent him away and had Sir Ector (Arthur’s stepfather) raise him as his own. Uther was soon poisoned thereafter, and the land was divided amongst barons and lords until a new king could be decided. Hence also why Arthur was worthy of drawing the sword from the stone.
3. The wizard’s duel remains one of the best highlights, and my favorite part, of this film. It’s imaginative, funny, and has really good animation. Additionally, it’s very clever with each transformation as Merlin chooses animals that aren’t as threatening as, naturally, Mim chooses predators that kill. Also, as the fight drags on and Mim’s frustration to losing to Merlin grows, she makes her transformations bigger and more threatening while Merlin becomes smaller and smaller. When Mim finally decides to cheat again and transform into a dragon, Merlin becomes the smallest organism that ultimately brings Mim down.
4. Finally, each lesson Merlin teaches Arthur will have an effect during his reign as king (some of these are interpretations):
a. the first lesson about the dangers and enemies that Arthur will encounter (the strong that prey on the weak) and that with intellect and resolve, he can overcome them.
b. the second lesson about the power of force, particularly love. Love can be wonderful, but it also can be used, even accidentally, to devastate. Also, trying to be anything but what you actually are will be revealed leading to tragic results. This also foreshadows the tragic heartbreak that Arthur will encounter during his reign between his wife, Queen Guinevere and his best friend, Sir Lancelot.
c. the third/fourth lesson with the importance of freedom and the abuse of power. The feeling of becoming a bird and soaring through the sky without being confined is an important concept as Arthur will come to know and respect the liberty of freedom for his people as well protect it from those who would suppress or abuse it. Additionally, the introduction of Mim showcases how magic and power can be abused for their own selfish means. Thus, through Merlin, Arthur sees the importance of his own future power for good.
omg thank you so much for all of the information! 🙏😻
1. That's so cool it's based on a series of books! Was Merlin part of the legend? Or was that something that was added in the books?
2. Ohhhh that's so interesting! And makes a lot of sense tbf Also love the actual pronunciation of Uther haha 🤘
3. Yeah that's so true! The wizard duel was super entertaining! Also love the deeper aspect of it 😋
4. Love it! Love everything that you wrote. Important lessons to be taught that's for sure! 😻
Glad you enjoyed. As you can tell , I really like this movie, and Arthurian stories.
Also, to answer your question, yes Merlin was part of the Legends.
The granny squirrel parts are hilarious. Including Merlin's reaction
9:25 the songs were written by the Sherman Brothers who also wrote songs for Disney films animated and live action perspectively. Unfortunately they’re no longer living among us, for you see Robert passed away on March 6, 2012 by the age of 86 and as for Richard he passed on May 25, 2024 by the age of 95. May their souls rest in peace.
One of my absolute favourite movies from my childhood!
I can see why! This movie is super fun 😋
The story of King Arthur comes from English folklore, often dubbed “Arthurian Legend”. And The Sword in the Stone was a book written in 1938 by T.H. White that serves as a version of a (at the time) modern interpretation of Arthur’s backstory. So this movie is based on a literary work based on Arthurian legend.
I thought the film was based on general Arthurian lore. I didn't know there was a specific book. This comment inspires me to look for it at my library
One of the few if not the only time the book was more chill than the Disney version, the part the movie is based off of anyway
I miss this movie. I could only watch it at my grandparents’ house cause they had the vhs. So excited that you’re reacting to it!
aww love that 😻 I wish I kept my old VHS's 😿
Glad to see not only someone reacting to this movie but enjoying it too. This is still my favorite Disney film and Madam Mim is such an awesome underrated villain. If you react/review to other more Disney, namely underrated/underappreciated ones, I'd recommend both Rescuer films. Down Under at the very least!
I can see why it's your fav :D It really is a good one that's for sure!
I've seen both of The Rescuer films and the second one will be up on the channel soon 👀😋
@@TheCatPrideCinema Look forward to it! Poor Wilbur with those medical mice, lol. I adore Bianca a lot too as well as Marahute.
If you want another good Arthurian film, I recommend Quest For Camelot. It's got its issues, but its songs, villain and sidekicks make up for it all
yooo I've seen videos about this film! Oh yeah I'm adding it to the list! 🤘
@@TheCatPrideCinemaYou will not regret it. In fact, one of the songs even received a very popular cover if you're around certain musical circles
@@TheCatPrideCinema I imagine you've also probably heard of its not-so-great reputation with many criticizing it for having very clumsy writing that doesn't take full advantage of its concepts.
@@slashermaster28 I know I've seen it first hand in the form of Devon & Cornwall
20:46 This meet-cute is nuts😂
This gives off sleeping beauty vibes ❤ same similar music
yeah exactly 🤘
This is Disneys funniest movie. Like when Archimedes laughs out Merlin is the best thing for me. But it is a very diffrent and relaxed movie. Sort of wish more movies could be like this and not feel the need to be hyper fast paced all the time. And I like that Merlin makes sure to never be the sollution to Arthurs problems.
It´s like the saying, give a man a fish and he will not be hungry today, learn him how to fish and he will not go hungry for the rest of his life.
And no stupid romance!
@@maureenseel118 Well if you don´t count the squirrel. I have to say the quote "Love may be the most powerful force on earth."
Is really profound while everything else are more direct teaching he learn out.
it really is a good one that's for sure! Oh yeah I loved it when Archimedes laughed at Merlin as well 😹
and I agree, I wish there were more movies like this and also with the saying that you mentioned 🤘
I love this movie and also your hairdo 🖤 i'm a 90s kid too and love the Dark Age Disney films
Thank you! 😋 *high five fellow 90's kid!*
yeah Disney's Dark Age films were really good 😋
This is one of my all time favorites a true classic👍
I can see why! It's a really fun film 😋
I like how you did your eye makeup, makes me think of Egyptian royalty.
haha thank you 😸
@@TheCatPrideCinema You're welcome.
"All he wants is something to eat. The poor, poor thing."
I kind of wonder if you'll say the same thing about Kaa in Disney's The Jungle Book, when and if you might decide to see that movie. XD
hahahaha 😹😹😹😹
Which Kaa are we talking about? The OG one or the one voiced by Scarlett Johansson? 😻👀
I've seen The Jungle Book many times (the OG one) - love the film 😻 furthermore, the wolf here doesn't speak so I can assume he's going off of predatory instinct, whereas Kaa can be "reasoned" with so long as you don't fall for his trap 😹
@@TheCatPrideCinema The 1967 animated version. And while I can see where you're coming from, personally I feel it's not that different between them. But even so, fun reaction to watch and I'm looking forward to more videos from you. 😄
@TheCatPrideCinema Have you seen the original live-action Jungle Book that Disney made in 1994?
This is such a classic! I love this movie. It's a bit odd and quirky but so so charming. Archimedes is hilarious. He's a good old bird. Also fun fact: certian sound effects, music and animations in this film are reused from other old Disney films. It was to save time and money i believe. It hilarious but it does work.
haha I love this movie's quirkiness and sense of humour 😹 it definitely makes it more entertaining and charming that's for sure
yeah I'm not surprised certain animations and other things were reused in other films. I also heard it was supposed to save time and money 🤘
Another great reaction! Keep up the greag work Cat!
Thank you so much! 😺
¨Rubity, scrubity, sweebity¨ playing during washing the dishes reminds me more of the song Ev'rybody Wants to Be a Cat from The Aristocats. Still the track is actually not used in any other Disney movie. Mim changing to a dragon is most well known as Maleficent changing in dragon, but also Robin Hood climbing the burning tower in despair. Merlin comforting Arthur who is told he can´t be Kay´s squire is a reuse from Jungle Book. That´s the only reuses of tracks in this movie as far as I know.
The ¨snapping sound¨ is indeed Maleficent as a dragon closing her mouth but maybe even more well known from the crocodile closing his mouth in Peter Pan when trying to eat Hook. By the way sounds of the crocs mouth closing in The Rescuers are three new sounds.
I can see why it reminds you of The Aristocats haha
I totally missed those other reuses 😹 super cool tho!
ohhh that's cool! I haven't seen Peter Pan enough times I guess for it to sink in XD I think I saw the live action one more times (the older one, not the one that was released recentley)
This is one of my favorites 🤘😎
I think you would enjoy, The Pagemaster. It's not Disney but it's well done and has a loaded cast of voices!!!
I can see why! It's so fun 😹
Oooo another "The Pagemaster" request! It's on the list 😋🤘
@TheCatPrideCinema sweet!!! It's got quite a dark theme to it but it cleans up at the end 🤘😎
This one, like the other Disney films of the 60s and early 70s, had a smaller budget than say Snow White or Pinocchio, or the Renaissance Era movies like The Little Mermaid and Beauty And The Beast. As such, the animators had to cut costs by literally using Xerox to copy the drawings instead of manually drawing each individual frame. In a lot of close-ups, you can see pencil marks.
Arthur's voice constantly switching from a little kid to a teen was due to the original voice actor was hitting puberty and his voice was changing, so others were used at certain points.
yeah I can definitely see they had a smaller budget. I also love seeing some of the pencil marks in these films 😋
Interesting they used a Xerox to copy drawings which makes sense tbf haha They did a fabulous job with what they had 🤘
I've been reading people mention that! I think its hilarious they had to add other kids to record Aurthur's lines 😹
@TheCatPrideCinema By the 60s, animation was entering the "Dark Age". Interest in animation was waning, and a lot of studios shut down completely or outsourced to other countries. Even Disney was forced to cut costs. Not helping any was that Disney had hit a rough patch and hadn't had a smash hit since Cinderella (which itself broke a previous cold streak that began with Pinocchio). Plus, to fund Disneyland, they slashed their animation budgets.
I had completely forgot about it until I saw your reaction but I used to watch this movie all the time when I was a kid. I guess I always loved the King Arthur and the Kinghts of the Round Table story.
For more of this I recommend King Arthur[ Director's Cut] (2004) and Guy Ritchie's King Arthur Legend of the Sword (2017), those are my favourites movie adaptations of the King Arthur story.
I sometimes heard stories about King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table but not sure where I heard it from - until I used to watch this cartoon show that was a parody of the story 😹
Thank you for the recommendations! I'll look into them 😋
Fun Fact: Arthur had three voice actors in the role. The original voice actor was going through puberty at the time, so the director had his two sons fill in for some of the lines in the movie.
Another Fun Fact: The voice actors for Merlin and Archimedes originally had the opposite roles. However it was decided that they didn't fit the roles they were voicing and the roles were switched.
I didn't know he had 3 people voice him 😹 I only noticed the change of voice when he was a fish but jsut thought that it was on purpose or something 😹
oh wow! I'm glad they switched 😹😹😹 as funny as it would've been to hear Archimdes play Merlin, I think the end result was best haha
Notice that some movements of Arthur is exacly the same as Mowgly's in Jungle Book😏
I did not notice! I should rewatch Jungle Book 😹
@TheCatPrideCinema especialy when Arthur climbs on trees at the begining and whem 2 dogs greet him at the door😏
I suggest some of the older live Disney films;
-Mary Poppins
-Bedknobs & Broomsticks
-Darby O’Gill and the Little People
omg I love Mary Poppins! 😻
I'll look into the other films you mentioned 🤘
I remember this one being one of my favourites.
For something on a different style, i would recommend Heavy Metal (1981) and Fire and Ice (1983), great animated movies.
And for a more Treasure Planet look, Titan A.E
It's a good one that's for sure!
Oooo and thank you for the recommendations! I'll look into them 🤘
Titan A.E. is definitely on the list and will be watching it soon 😻
My dear, all old Disney movies start with a book 😉 and this one is the one I watched at my baby-sitter's house when I was sick.
I have to admit that some of Archimedes' lines are better in french.
For example, when Merlin introduced Arthur to him, he says he's just a little boy, and Archimedes answers " Little ? Little ? * laugh * He's tall and thin ! "
About turning the female squirel into a human, that could work but she'll still have her animal instinct.
Now, about the voices, in France, Merlin has the same voice actor than Georges Hautecourt (the funny old man in " The Aristocats "), Kay has the same than the chief of the crows in " Dumbo " one of the vultures in " The Jungle Book " Tweedle Dum in " Alice in Wonderland " and Slinky, the dog of " Toy Story ", Sir Hector has the same than Baloo, Little John and Thomas O'Malley
That reminds me of the now discontinued chocolate donut Cap'n Crunch, I miss that.
Haven't heard of that! Is that a type of cereal or something?
@@TheCatPrideCinema You've never heard of Cap'n Crunch cereal?😕
@@justindenney-hall5875 omg I actually have XD I just forgot that's what it was called haha oops XD
@@TheCatPrideCinema 🤣
Classic movie. One of my favorites.
It's a goodie 😋😋😋
5:40 Well at least she gets to live this time.
Oh, by the way, you growned about Kay but according to the legend, he became one of the most loyal knights of the Round Table.
And if you saw the " Shrek " movies, you probably will recognize Merlin
well that's cool he became a loyal knght 😸 I wonder how his character was during the legend itself haha
Great reaction! You should do "The Land Before Time"!
Thank you!! 😻
omg I LOOOOOVE "The Land Before Time"! I cry every time I watch it lol
Love this movie, also love the show merlin that was on BBC
omg they made a TV show about it? 😹 the only TV show I saw was King Aurthur's Disasters 😹
"Go Cat go!"🎵
love this movie, great trip down memory lane.
if you are interested in the later parts of king arthurs story, the part with the knights of the round table, i would recommend Monty Python and the Holy Grail, if you haven't seen that one.
I can see why! Thank you for recommending it! 😻
omg Monty Python and the Holy Grail is AMAAAZING! I quote lines from it all the time 😹 my most used quote from that film is, "run away! run away! 😹
@@TheCatPrideCinema it is such a quotable movie, kind of a shame though that you know it already 😉
16:05 There's something fishy about Merlin 🐟
You might also like The Sorcerer's Apprentice 2010; a lot like this one but not a cartoon. These shows are fun.
Oh is that the one with Nicholas Cage? If so, I've seen it a while ago 🤔 I don't think I enjoyed it that much tbf if I remember correctly 😹
@@TheCatPrideCinema Yes, that's the one.
Whenever I watch the Watchmen and the ship named Archimedes I think of this movie
Hi how are you I hope you're doing well these days and I'm glad you like the sword in the Stone this is one of my favorite Disney movies all I'm waiting for is the live-action version of this movie but until then I still like the cartoon also you look very beautiful and you look amazing I hope you come on twitch soon I missed you there but if you have things you need to take care of I understand but I hope I see you there soon but until then always take care of yourself always be safe but I'm glad that you like this movie
Hi there! omg what's your twitch handle? 🙀 I don't think I recognize your TH-cam handle haha
Love that you were in my twitch streams 😋 Yeah I don't have plans on going back to twitch in the future but I appreciate you 😋
Also I can totally see why this movie is one of your favs - it really is a good film 😸
@TheCatPrideCinema you know me it's me but if you need to know again it's nightwarrior8099 this is my TH-cam my name may be a little different but it's me I understand that you're not going to be on twitch for quite some time but it would be nice to see you back there but if you're going to be here on TH-cam I'll stop by say hello leave a comment check out the movies you're seeing but most of all it's good to see you again I'm glad you're doing well
@@Rell-bb3xo yooo hiiiiii nightwarrior! Good to see you again! :D
and that's sweet of you :D but yeah I'll be here on TH-cam 😸
During the movie you asked out loud if Merlin was going to turn the girl squirrel human...well, you've seen the movie so no...but there is a little more to it than that.
Firstly it was a totally reasonable question to ask given the emotional impact of the scene. The Sword in the Stone is frankly a weird movie with it's series vignettes rather than a developed story running though it. Were this a more traditionally structured film, it would be unthinkable that such a pivotal moment in Arthur's emotional development would not be developed further in some way by bringing her back and providing closure for the audience but the film is what it is.
Now I did say there was a little more to this, well, suffice to say the squirrel scene had a big impact on a lit of children that watched it. For some it was like a gateway drug to being a furry, for others, the squirls sad despair and crying left a tiny hole in their heart.
A small percentage of those of later generations who watched it on VHS and DVD and were so affected reached out online and found others and together a tiny sub-community was formed sharing art, fan fiction etc of this romance. The girl squirrel has been named by the fans as Hazel, hardly original but it fits. With most of the art and fan fiction focused on her becoming human via magic, mostly of Merlin's had by sometimes by Mim.
Along with a desire to see Hazel happy, the paring of them is further compounded by the general knowledge that Arthur's so-called great love Guinevere is an adulteress and unworthy of Arthur's love compared to Hazel who it is implied would be utterly loyal and devoted to him thus returning the loyalty Arthur showed the undeserving Guinevere.
I would 100% call myself a fan of this ship, having not only looked at the wonderful art but read many of the stories. Oh and just to be clear as you did rightly keep repeating, "He's 12" the kind of content I enjoy for this ship are the cute, age appropriate ones like the school romance manga's and anime's, with lots of awkward, adorable, blushing.
haha yeah movie's gotta movie 😹
omg I had no knowledge of Guinevere 😹 was she part of the legend or something?
Regardless, that's interesting that the squirrel scene made such an impact on people - I can see why but it's interesting to learn the extent of it. (Also cute they called her Hazel haha)
Thank you for the information! 🙏
In the fish scenes, The big fish is called a Pike. Barracuda are sea fish.
Yeah I figured that later in the reaction 🤣 and I corrected myself in the edit.
I originally thought barracudas were salt water based but figured movie’s gotta movie until they mentioned in the later scene that it was a pike 🤣
I'd love to see you react to:
Wizards (1977)
Titan A.E. (2000)
Gandahar (1987)
Heavy Metal (1981)
Time Masters (1982)
Starchaser: The Legend of Orin (1985)
The Lord of the Rings (1978)
Dirty Duck (1974)
Project A-Ko (1986)
Rock & Rule (1983)
ooo another person who requested Titan A.E. 😻😻😻 it's on the list and am hoping to watch it soon 😸
Thank you for the other recommendations! I'll look into them 😋
Also, I've seen all of The Lord of the Rings films haha (not a huge fan but I appreciate the effort that was put into the films and the cast is great 🤘)
@@TheCatPrideCinema That's the animated Lord Of The Rings by Ralph Bakshi. Amazing film, but they ran out of money halfway through and had to finish some scenes with tinted live action...
20:47 am I nuts or is that Guinevere?
32:00 Merlin is a sicko
hahaha 😹
Barracudas are only in salt water. In fresh water in Europe the largest fishes are eels, catfish and pikes
Yeah I figured that later in the reaction 🤣 and I corrected myself in the edit.
I did think at first that barracudas were salt water based but figured movie’s gotta movie haha (until they mentioned in the later scene that it was a pike 🤣)
I got a question for you.Would you be interested in reacting to these 3 movies?They are called the page master and see spot run and axl They are definitely worth checking out
Oooo I don't think I've heard of those! I'll look into them 😺
Thank you for the recommendations 😋🤘
@TheCatPrideCinema You're welcome and you're definitely like them
There should be more 2d animation. Though the last one i know so far is the princess and the frog.
Agreeeed! I really miss these 2D animated films 😿
5:38 I shot an arrow into the air, where it lands, i do not care
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Though i love Merlin and Arhur as fav the SUgAR AND SPOON is the top of the 3 no one ever likes sugar and spoon its cute and funny as heck should of had more parts and this is tied of 4 movies for my FAVORITE DISNEY movies 4 tied are this Aladdin, Return of Jafar, and Robin hood each gives me what i want and hard to pick true fav all 4 are counted as favorite. I wish others loved this movie like i do.
hahaha yeah sugar and spoon was a good one 😹 great scene!
and all the other movies you listed are fab! (I personally am not a fan of Return of Jafar tho 😅)
why are you blurring your donut? Lol!
hahaha it's out of my control 😹😹😹😹😹
the fish is a pike