Toon Talk Special: Go the Distance: Disney's 50 Greatest Heroes (Part 2 of 2)
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UNLIKELY HEROES
A puppet, an elephant, a car and two mice: not your typical hero-types - unless you are in the Disney universe.
PINOCCHIO
All this bundle of wood truly wants is to become a real boy. Nevertheless, the temptations of the real world can be quite attractive, even if you have a conscience to warn you against them. But when it comes down to the wire, good ol’ Pinok rises to the occasion.
DUMBO
Born with oversized ears, this poor little pachyderm is the subject of ridicule from all sides from the get go. It takes his so-called “mortal enemy�?, a mouse, for him to see that his “ugliest�? asset could very well be his greatest.
MICKEY MOUSE
The ultimate Disney hero in a lot of respects; one of his finest hours is in the role of Jack of “… and the Beanstalk�? fame. With the aid of a simple bean, our hero sets out on a grand adventure, outwitting a dimwitted giant and restoring the “happy�? to Happy Valley.
HERBIE
A Volkswagen bug with a heart of gold, this free-wheeling racer is a driver’s best friend, whether racing through Monte Carlo or a NASCAR championship. What exactly makes this “little car�? so special we never quite now - or care.
BERNARD
An often nervous janitor with superstitious tendencies, this little mouse finds more then he bargained for when his called upon to assist the beautiful Bianca on her latest dangerous rescue mission. Overcoming his fears leads him to heroism - and love.