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The Little Mermaid (1988)
  
Plot-   Ariel, a mischievous mermaid, can only dream of being with Prince Eric, a human, because her father disapproves of any and all things related to humans.   Ariel makes a deal with Ursula, the sea witch, in which she trades her voice for 3 days has a human.  She must get Prince Eric to kiss her within three days or she will be come a prisoner of Ursula.
Lead Heroin-  Ariel
Romantic Couple- Prince Eric and Ariel
Sidekick(s)-  Sebastian, Flounder, Skuttle
Villian-  Ursula
Love Theme-  "Kiss the Girl"
My Favorite Song-  "Under the Sea"
My Favorite Scene- The scene where Ariel and Eric are in the boat and "Kiss the Girl" is played.
My Favorite Line-  "..you gotta pucker your lips...lika this." --Sebastian

Aladdin (1992)
 
Plot- Aladdin, a poor street rat, dreams of living in the palace with Princess Jasmine.  He finds a genie's lamp in the Cave of Wonders and is granted three wishes.  He wishes to become a prince so he can be closer to Jasmine. 
Lead Heroin-  Princess Jasmine
Romantic Couple-  Aladdin (Prince Ali) and Jasmine
Sidekick(s)-  Abu, Genie, Rajah, Magic Carpet
Villian-  Jafar
Love Theme-   "A Whole New World"
My Favorite Song-  "A Whole New World"
My Favorite Scene-   The scene where  Aladdin and Abu are racing on the carpet trying to escape the Cave of Wonders.
My Favorite Line-  "...and your beard is so...twisted." --Jasmine
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
 
Plot -  Belle is an intelligent girl into books and the inner beauty of all objects.  The Beast is a mean, selfish....um..beast!  Belle is trapped in the Beast's cassle and is forced to have to put up with him, and yet, something about him attracts Belle...okay, who says opposites don't attract?
Lead Heroin-  Belle
Romantic Couple-  Belle and The Beast
Sidekick(s)-  Cogswell, Pierre, Ms. Pots, Chip
Villian-  Gaston
Love Theme-  "Beauty and the Beast"
My Favorite Song-  "Belle (reprise)"
My Favorite Scene-  The Scene where Belle's castle dinner is served and "Be Our Guest" is played
My Favorite Line-  "I look stupid"--Beast
Lady and the Tramp (1955)
 
Plot-  Lady, a pampered cocker spaniel,  and Tramp, a roguish mutt, meet when Lady escapes from Aunt Sarah who tried to fit her for a muzzle.  Lady is introduced to the stray dog world and is also captivated by Tramp, who lives up to his name
Lead Heroin-   Lady
Romantic Couple- Lady and Tramp
Sidekick(s)-  Jock, Trusty, Peg
Villian-  There isn't really a particular villian in this movie, but we'll just say Aunt Sarah and/or the Dog Catcher
Love Theme-  "Bella Notte"
My Favorite Song-  "He's a Tramp"
My Favorite Scene-  When Lady is in the pound and Peg sings "He's a Tramp"
My Favorite Line-  "Stop all that racquet, you'll wake the baby!"--Tramp
The Lion King (1994)

Plot-  Simba, a mischievous lion cub, can't wait till the day he becomes king.  He is maybe a bit to eager though.  He is tricked into believing that he killed his father and his banished from the Pride Lands.  In the dessert, he is encouraged to go back and face his past
Lead Heroin-  Nala
Romantic Couple-  Simba and Nala
Sidekick(s)-  Timon, Pumba, Zazu
Villian-  Scar
Love Theme-  "Can You feel the Love Tonight"
My Favorite Song-  "Just Can't Wait to be King"
My Favorite Scene-  The scene where Simba defeats Scar and roars on Pride Rock
My Favorite LIne-  "Why do I always have to save your AHHHH!!!"--Timon
Sleeping Beauty (1958)
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Plot-  The Mistress of all Evil is jealous of Princess Aurora (Rose).  A trio of fairies try their best to protect the Princess from harm, but their magic is no match compared to Maleficent's, and Aurora falls into a deep sleep.  It takes the kiss of Prince Phillup to wake her up, but he must fight a fire-breathing dragon and other dangers to wake the princess up from her eternal sleep.
Lead Heroin-  Princess Aurora
Romantic Couple-  Prince Phillip and Princess Aurora
Sidekick(s)-  Three Good Fairies and forrest friends
Villian-  Maleficent
Love Theme-  "Once Upon a Dream"
My Favorite Song-  none in particular
My Favorite Scene-  The scene where the fairies fight over Aurora's dress color ( I think it looks better blue).
My Favorite Line-  none in particular


Mulan (1998)
 
Plot-  Mulan doesn't quite fit into her traditional society.  When the Huns invade and her father is forced to fight, Mulan takes her father's place and goes off to war.  She must not let her comical troop know that she is a girl and with the help of her guardian dragon, she tries to bring honor to her family.
Leading Heroin-  Mulan
Romantic Couple- Mulan and Captain Shang (except, not as romantic as most other Disney couples)
Sidekick(s)-  Mushu, Cri-kee
Villian-  the Huns
Love Theme- N/A
My Favorite Song-  "I'll Make a Man Out of You"
My Favorite Scene-  The scene where Mushu introduces himself to Mulan
My Favorte Line-  "Dishonor!  Dishonor on your whole family!  Dishonor on you!  Dishonor on your Cow!..."--Mushu




Pocahontas (1996)
Plot-  Pocahontas is a spirited Native American.  She loves her land and her animal friends.  Captain John Smith came to explore and claim Pocahontas's land.  Pocahontas establishes a relationship with John Smith and wants to know why Native Americans and the English can't get along.  Going on the advice of Grandmother Willow, a Willow Tree, she seeks the answers to her questions.
Leading Heroin-  Pocahontas
Romantic Couple-  Pocahontas and John Smith
Sidekick(s)-  Meeko, Flit, Percy
Villian-  Governor Ratcliff
Love Theme-  "Colors of the WInd"
My Favorite Song-  "Colors of the Wind"
My Favorite Scene-  Near the beginning when the credits are still being shown and "Steady as the Beating Drum" is playing
My Favorite Line-  None in Particular
 
Robin Hood (1973)

Plot- England is at war and ruled by a poser king.  Prince John and his snake sidekick are taxing Nottingham's people to the point of poverty.  Robin Hood and his bear companion steal from the rich and give to the poor.  Robin also won't rest until he has the hand of fair Lady Marian and restores King Richard to the throne.
Leading Heroin- Maid Marian
Romantic Couple- Robin Hood and Maid Marian
Sidekick(s)Little Bear, Madam Cluck
Villian-  Prince John
Love Theme-  "Love"
My Favorite Song- "Ooh Da Lolly"
My Favorite Scene- The archery contest scene
My Favorite Line-   None in Particular

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