Ursula Was Originally Ariel’s Aunt
In the 1989 animated film The Little Mermaid, the sea witch Ursula is one of Disney’s most popular villains. Ursula offers Ariel a way to transform into a human in order for her to fall in love with Prince Eric in the film.
Ursula Was Originally Ariel’s Aunt
Ursula was supposed to be the sister of King Triton, making her Ariel’s aunt. While the idea of her being a fallen member of the mermaid royal family was eventually abandoned, the film does make reference to their relationship when Ursula explains how she used to live in Triton’s palace before being banished.
Gaston’s Final Scene Was Way Darker
Gaston is one of Disney’s least popular characters, thanks to his dismissal of Belle’s love of books and his general arrogance. Gaston screams “Time to die!” he says as he stabs the Beast to death, during the original climactic battle scene.
Gaston’s Final Scene Was Way Darker
“Belle is mine!” was later added to the scene, in the final cut of the movie. Some people believe the original line was too dark and violent, while others believe the final version is more in line with the storyline of the two characters fighting for Belle’s affection.