Question 1

What surprising connection does Maid Marian's dance have to earlier Disney films?

Accepted Answer

Maid Marian's dance with forest animals in 'The Phony King of England' is the same as Snow White's dance with dwarves, and she shares movements with Duchess from The Aristocats.

Question 2

Why were Friar Tuck and the Sheriff of Nottingham changed from their original animal designs?

Accepted Answer

Friar Tuck was changed from a pig to a badger to avoid religious offense, and the Sheriff was changed from a goat to a wolf as wolves better represent villains.

Question 3

How did animators incorporate Terry-Thomas's distinctive teeth into his character Sir Hiss?

Accepted Answer

The gap in Terry-Thomas's teeth was incorporated into Sir Hiss's design, creating an opening for his forked tongue to dart out.

Question 4

What international chase did Disney animators undertake to find Peter Ustinov for re-recording?

Accepted Answer

Animators called New York, London, Paris, Vienna, and Tokyo trying to locate Peter Ustinov, only to discover he was working half a mile away in Burbank.

Question 5

Which major film festival screened this Robin Hood adaptation decades after its release?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Locarno International Film Festival in 2002, nearly 30 years after its original release.

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