Originally Posted By wishesfan Hi all! One of my very favorite moments in any Disney film (or any other film for that matter) is from Sleeping Beauty, when Maleficent’s form briefly appears in the fireplace. It used to terrify me when I was little but it still gives me goose bumps at 21. Here’s my question/comment: I have the original VHS version that was released back in the day and that scene has been slightly altered in the restored version. In the original, that shot of the fire going out in the fireplace is a wide shot, while the newer version cuts off part of the fireplace and eventually pans over. ALSO, in the old version you can just barely see Maleficent’s outline and her eyes. In the enhanced version you can see her and her scepter quite well and you can even see some purple glow around her. Personally, I LOVE the original version of this scene much better. I think just barely being able to see her makes it a lot more frightening. Any other opinions? Thanks for listening and have a great day!!! -Rick
Originally Posted By TALL Disney Guy Hmmm...my sister and I have always loved that too. Is your older VHS the widescreen and the restored one Pan&Scan? That would explain the difference in the "editing" of the shots. I thought that at first you barely see her eyes and the light, and then see a bit more. I'd take a look right now but I'm at work, lol.
