Originally Posted By aracuanbird When were those squirrel/chipmunk/ferret things added to Sleeping Beauty Castle...and why? Thet really look out of keeping with the castle's stylings (at least to me) and fight the forced perspective at work. So what's up?
Originally Posted By FerretAfros I'm pretty sure they have always been there. They are a more fanciful take on the old gargoyles that real castles would have during Gothic times. They are basically glorified rain spouts. I don't know if the ones in DL are actual rain spouts, but they look like they easily could be.
Originally Posted By ni_teach They have been there for years, even before the 50th make over. The are the squirrels.
Originally Posted By aracuanbird Yeah, I know they precede the 50th, but if you look at early shots of the castle, they weren't there. Anyone know why they wee added, and why they are so BIG?
Originally Posted By fkurucz I've never noticed them. I guess that proves that I am not one of the "elect"
Originally Posted By DlandDug They were added in an enhancement effort in the late 90s. I will need time to track down the exact date. Kim Irvine-Allison headed up the effort. Among the changes: real stained glass, the squirrel downspouts, new clipped and trimmed trees and shrubberies, and a complete new pavement in front. The new one has the brass inlay with the words "When you wish upon a star/ Your dreams come true." The squirrels and shrubberies were added in an effort to more closely relate the castle to its namesake, Sleeping Beauty. I agree that the squirrel downspouts seem out of scale. (I have photos of some of this work in progress. When I track them down, I can give a more accurate date.)
Originally Posted By sherrytodd Knight of Ni: The knights who say "Ni" demand..... a sacrifice! Arthur: Knights of Ni, we are but simple travelers who seek the enchanter who lives beyond these woods. Knights of Ni: Ni! Ni! Ni! Ni! Ni! Ni Ni! Ni! Ni! Bedevere: No! Noooo! Aaaugh! No! Knight of Ni: We shall say "Ni" to you... if you do not appease us. Arthur: Well what is it you want? Knight of Ni: We want..... (pregnant pause) A SHRUBBERY!!!! Sorry, but this the first time I've seen someone use the word shrubbery.
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORWEN: I'd like to add that the squirrels were NOT always there. As another duckling already said, they were added in the late 90's when a major over-haul of the castle was taking place at the time. I suppose they ARE a bit too big but, then-- ORGOCH: --a lotta folks says the same thing 'bout you, sister dear!!! (sounds of slaps followed by shrieks and moans...)
Originally Posted By ShivaThDestroyer sherrytodd, One of my favorite movies!! Have you ever played the computer game?
Originally Posted By Tinkeroon Sherrytodd...I found myself laughing out loud...as soon as I saw the word shrubbery I had the same general thoughts as you did. DlandDug...please don't take offense...none is meant, but truly I haven't seen the word used often either.
Originally Posted By SierraAloha sherry, that was great....I agree with Shiva and Tinkeroon....Fabulous movie....I'm going to go and watch it!! Aloha
Originally Posted By DlandDug Here is the castle under construction: <a href="http://www.jimhillmedia.com/mb/images/upload/Disneyland" target="_blank">http://www.jimhillmedia.com/mb /images/upload/Disneyland</a>%20Castle.jpg Here it is previous to the renovation:
Originally Posted By DlandDug Here is the castle under construction: <a href="http://www.jimhillmedia.com/mb/images/upload/Disneyland" target="_blank">http://www.jimhillmedia.com/mb /images/upload/Disneyland</a>%20Castle.jpg Here it is previous to the renovation:
