September 26, 2006
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THE MAIN ATTRACTION
Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, meets her onscreen alter ego at the El Capitan Theatre. Photo by Alberto Rodriguez©Berliner Studio/BEImages Jodi Benson, the voice of Ariel, meets her onscreen alter ego at the El Capitan Theatre. Photo by Alberto Rodriguez©Berliner Studio/BEImages Fall in Love with "The Little Mermaid" All Over Again

A flash of red hair, a flick of translucent fin -- children and dreamers everywhere immediately recognize her as Ariel, the little mermaid. Since 1989, "The Little Mermaid" has enchanted audiences with its lovely songs and lively retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale.

Now, "The Little Mermaid" is finally coming to DVD, in a lovely deluxe edition, and we thought it would be a fun time to take a look at how it was created. Did you know that toymakers assumed before the movie was finished that Ariel would be blonde, and had do redo their prototype dolls and toys when they learned the truth? Do you know what Disney film inspir...

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HISTORY AND TRIVIA
Flowers and Trees DID YOU KNOW?
"Flowers and Trees" was the first Disney cartoon to be made in color. The story concerns two trees in love who are threatened by a jealous old stump that attempts to burn the forest down in order to destroy them.

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YOUR QUESTION
Have there ever been pets or "mascots" on the grounds of the Disney Studio?
- Angela, 38, Saratoga, NY
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DAVE'S ANSWER
In the planning days for "Bambi," deer and other animals were kept at the Studio for study by animators. When Disneyland was being planned, Owen Pope was hired by Walt to begin a herd of horses for the park, and he set up operations at the Studio.

NEW
"The Little Mermaid" Platinum Edition on 2-Disc DVD is available for the first time! View trailer, play games, or just learn more.

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