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Post by WickedElphie on Jan 2, 2009 21:02:57 GMT -5
I think his movie-age was 18. I think it was on one of the cards ANnie has on daring to Dream.
IMO Musiical!Eric was aged up so they could cast older and to imply Musical!Ariel was older than her movie self as well.
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Post by Zavi on Jan 2, 2009 21:11:01 GMT -5
They mentioned that it was his eighteenth birthday in the movie, didn't they? I think they did in the novelization, at least. Book!Eric was sixteen (I think), but as much as I love the H.C. Andersen story, I can't really picture Eric in that prince.
Have you ever wondered how he dealt with the ethical issues of marrying a mermaid? I mean, Eric loves Ariel, but I dunno what the rest of the kingdom has to say about it.
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Post by fathomsbelow on Jan 2, 2009 21:25:11 GMT -5
Hm, well I think the rest of the kingdom would be surprised mermaids even existed, besides the fact Eric had married one. Maybe they'd be fascinated by her, since chances are they'd never met a real mermaid before.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 2, 2009 22:13:31 GMT -5
LOlz, thank you about the Eric/belle beginning. Meg/Phillip? I have to say I can NOT see. LOL She's too independant for him. I like Phillip and Aurora, but they're so perfect and royal like I don't find them very interesting. LOL sorry!
That Eric and Meg idea sounds like it could work too. Maybe what Hades would have planned is that if Meg could get Eric to trade palces with her then she could go free. Think about it; Hades loves to have slaves and a prince is much more valuable, slave wise then a normal girl.
And yes, it's true in the book it states Eric's age as being eighteen, then in another book by Disney it states that he was "tricked" by Ursula into falling in love with her. Boo Disney!!!! LOL
I think that there would be deffinate mixed feelings around Eric's kingdom as far as Ariel. I think part of them would be facianted by her, another would think that he married circus act. Another might think (since mermaids are known as 'water deamons' in certain cultures who prey on the souls of mortals) that she was unholy. It doesn't always go smoothly for people who marry a different race. Sadly.
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Post by fathomsbelow on Jan 2, 2009 22:25:20 GMT -5
LOlz, thank you about the Eric/belle beginning. Meg/Phillip? I have to say I can NOT see. LOL She's too independant for him. I like Phillip and Aurora, but they're so perfect and royal like I don't find them very interesting. LOL sorry! That Eric and Meg idea sounds like it could work too. Maybe what Hades would have planned is that if Meg could get Eric to trade palces with her then she could go free. Think about it; Hades loves to have slaves and a prince is much more valuable, slave wise then a normal girl. And yes, it's true in the book it states Eric's age as being eighteen, then in another book by Disney it states that he was "tricked" by Ursula into falling in love with her. Boo Disney!!!! LOL I think that there would be deffinate mixed feelings around Eric's kingdom as far as Ariel. I think part of them would be facianted by her, another would think that he married circus act. Another might think (since mermaids are known as 'water deamons' in certain cultures who prey on the souls of mortals) that she was unholy. It doesn't always go smoothly for people who marry a different race. Sadly. Haha it's alright. I sort of used the idea to mix things up a bit, since I wanted to see how it would turn out, and it turned out pretty well, I think I might even write a fanfic about it sometime. At the very least, maybe Phillip could convince Meg not all guys are jerks. Anyway, I agree with you about the mixed reactions thing. Some people would probably be freaked out( He married a fish/girl thing! ). It kind of reminds me of the time those kids were making fun of Melody for talking to fish. I think the people would view Ariel as odd perhaps, and maybe there would be a little jealously.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 2, 2009 23:53:19 GMT -5
Lolz, I hope that didn't sound bad. I just personally am not a fan of the older Disney couples. Although, I am a believer in reader something before making judgemnts and I just broke my rule XD Shame on me! LOL
Btw, another scene for Eric/Belle had popped into my head. But I'm choosing to ignore it. LOL
Yeah, I think there would be deffinate jealously. Since it was made out that practically everyone wanted to marry Eric.
Hmm, what does anybody think he'd go to college for, or career wise?
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Post by WickedElphie on Jan 3, 2009 1:31:48 GMT -5
In a modern setting? Marine Biology, I think. He loves the ocean and IMO he's an explorer at heart.
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Post by Zavi on Jan 3, 2009 9:26:24 GMT -5
I hope he's ready to get his hands dirty if he does any work with animals in Marine Biology. I always come out of Zoology with interesting stories to tell...
That's a hard question! The first thing that pops into my mind is that he'd join the navy, but I see Eric as a bit of a pacifist. The next thing that pops into my mind is a crab fisherman, but we all know what Ariel would have to say about that.
Um...the coastguard? He certainly likes to help people, and I'm sure half the world's female population wouldn't mind being rescued by Prince Eric.
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Post by emily on Jan 3, 2009 10:28:25 GMT -5
It's a bit late, but I wanted to jump into the thread, since I adore Prince Eric! ;] He's definitely my favorite Disney prince, probably because he's in the movie the most out of all the other princes! Minus Aladdin... but he wasn't an official prince till the end. haha! And Prince Phillip... but I don't really like him since he would never have escaped or gotten to the castle without the help of the three fairies. *shrugs* Eric on the other hand, has much more personality than many of the other princes. He doesn't come off as a prince, you know? He's so adventurous and rugged. I love it! haha! Plus, he fights for the woman he loves. When he finds out she's a mermaid, he still decides he's going to fight for her. "I lost her once, I'm not gonna lose her again!" SO cute! XD He does all of the saving by himself as well. He risks his life diving into the water even though he is aware there is this crazy sea witch down there. Then he gets onto the old sunken ship and defeats the massive, bloated Ursula to save the day! He didn't have any help from some fairies who can turn arrows into flowers, or help horses make huge jumps, or make chains disintegrate. Anyway, he's just cute overall I think.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 3, 2009 17:59:32 GMT -5
I don't see Eric as a pacifist. As displayed in the movie, he was determined and knew what he wanted and was ready to get down and dirty when the worst came. If he loved the Navy, I think he would work very hard to excell. I'm leaning to Marine Biology myself, since I do however see him as a bit more 'wild hearted' and enjoy living with less rules and possibly making a great discovery My exact thoughts. LOL. Plus, Eric fell in love with Ariel for more than her beauty, and he really respected her sense of self. You didn't get that impression with Phillip. Not too mention he didn't seem at that concerned about his kingdom, or what his father might think about it. That's why he's kind of a flat character to me Though, he is a pretty fun guy, I'll admit. Love the rest of your post too, btw. LOL Anyway, I was watching The Dark Knight the other day, and has anyone else seen the similarities between Batman and Eric? Both were kind of raised by older men who gave them advice weather they wanted it or not. Both are the 'talk of the town' Sexy, rich and smart (but could care less) Wonderful drivers Able to do amazing things at a moments notice Both have a special place in there heart for one girl.
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Post by Zavi on Jan 3, 2009 18:41:39 GMT -5
Really? Well, I'm just weird then. XD
I think Eric would have no problem with war if it was really needed, but perhaps he'd rather solve problems quietly before he jumped to the cannons and such.
Haha, everyone in the science community would probably think Eric was a crackpot because he believed in mermaids. Ariel would tell him all the misconceptions people have about the sea, and most of Eric's colleagues would laugh at him. Poor Eric. He'd love the job anyway, though. Going out to sea and exploring a place that humans know so little about...sounds like Eric, to me. I can't picture him in suba gear, though. That's the weirdest image ever.
Augh, it bothers me so much when people think that Eric fell in love with Ariel just for her looks/voice! It's great to find people who know that he's a better person than that. I need to make a mental note to review that fanfic of yours; I loved your interpretation of Eric, but now that I'm getting totally off topic...
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 3, 2009 19:17:09 GMT -5
Really? Well, I'm just weird then. XD I think Eric would have no problem with war if it was really needed, but perhaps he'd rather solve problems quietly before he jumped to the cannons and such. Haha, everyone in the science community would probably think Eric was a crackpot because he believed in mermaids. Ariel would tell him all the misconceptions people have about the sea, and most of Eric's colleagues would laugh at him. Poor Eric. He'd love the job anyway, though. Going out to sea and exploring a place that humans know so little about...sounds like Eric, to me. I can't picture him in suba gear, though. That's the weirdest image ever. Augh, it bothers me so much when people think that Eric fell in love with Ariel just for her looks/voice! It's great to find people who know that he's a better person than that. I need to make a mental note to review that fanfic of yours; I loved your interpretation of Eric, but now that I'm getting totally off topic...HAHAH. That's our boy for ya! XD I'd also imagine Eric in modern times as like a JFK JR type. Where his family is famous and his father was seen as such an amzing man, that he'd have no choice but to have people constantly curious about him and, want him to take his place in a way. But Eric would not really be a politician, I don't think, I see him as an activist who would want to follow his own desires. And yet, he'd have people trying to push him into working to become a leader for one of the political parties. And thank you I'd love to hear what you think since you've made a lot of great points on here.
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Post by fathomsbelow on Jan 3, 2009 19:51:14 GMT -5
Well, I think with Phillip, the studio wasn't quite there with adding personality to their characters--including Aurora--but I do think that out of all the early Disney Princes( The Nameless Prince, Prince Charming, and Prince Phillip ), Eric is the most like Phillip, since he wasn't one to sit around instead of rescuing his princess. But in modern times, I think I can see Eric as a marine biologist or maybe like an activist for keeping oceans clean. I can see him working for the Coast Guard, too.
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Post by Zavi on Jan 3, 2009 20:51:12 GMT -5
Eric in scuba gear--adds new meaning to "Captain Tightpants", eh? XD
Eric always reminded me of Prince Phillip just because Eric's horse looks like a descendant of Sampson. I'd imagine that horse has as much personality as Max and Sampson put together, but he was only in the movie for about a minute, so I'll never know.
Sampson (or Samson?) seems like Phillip's version of Max. It's hilarious to watch the horse, even though Phillip was kind of a "stock character" at times.
I think Eric will always have trouble with his royal duties--he might never see himself as a politician, but I think he'll realize that he can make the best of his inherited power. The good thing about royals that don't want the throne is that they hardly ever become corrupt. Eric, once he realizes that he has the power to change his kingdom for the better, would do so. I think Ariel will have to give him more than one smack in the face (whether figurative or literal) to make him see what he can do with his power, but he'll get it eventually.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 4, 2009 14:28:52 GMT -5
Hey, wouldn't mind seeing it, or him in a navel uniform. XD Hahaha, I like that horse. And I don't dislike Phillip, I just think he's over-rated and not quite as valiant and perfect as he's made out to be. People don't pick apart Sleeping Beauty the way they do TLM. And lot of times, imho, that there are poor analysis of it. Like when people compare Ariel to Belle, saying Ariel is selfish and almost got her father killed while Belle traded herself, and I say; Ariel didn't KNOW that was going to happen. I don't think she planned for anyt of those thigs. How could she? Anyway, I'm getting off topic. XD Who'd I'd love to see hang out would be Max and Abu. There would be trouble XD You have a point, I don't think he likes being royal so much as feels like it's his duty. He struck me as not having parents for a long time. So most of his upbringing consisted of him basically training to be a ruler, even thought he had his own desires. Ariel would be great motivation for him, but I'm also not sure about her kicking his butt into gear, since she was missing a lot of important events. (I have a great love for her since I see a lot of myself in her) While he wasn't really happy but knew his place in life. However, I think she would be what he needed, thinking 'Okay, so I can't explore the oceans and be some adveturous sailor, but I have something even better with her. And I recognize what's more important."
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Post by Zavi on Jan 4, 2009 18:08:55 GMT -5
Max and Abu?Oh geez, I can see the palaces crumbling before my eyes...
I don't think Ariel would ever tell him to be more responsible/to be a ruler, but she'd probably do what you said and make him realize that he can accept his duties and make the best of them. He'd never lose his affinity with the sea, but in the same way, he probably values it more because he can't just go out on the open ocean.
I can imagine he and Ariel sailing to as many places as possible during their honeymoon/on vacations and whatnot--just him, her, and Max. Ariel would want to see all of the human world as much as Eric does.
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Post by fathomsbelow on Jan 4, 2009 19:02:34 GMT -5
Max and Abu?Oh geez, I can see the palaces crumbling before my eyes... I don't think Ariel would ever tell him to be more responsible/to be a ruler, but she'd probably do what you said and make him realize that he can accept his duties and make the best of them. He'd never lose his affinity with the sea, but in the same way, he probably values it more because he can't just go out on the open ocean. I can imagine he and Ariel sailing to as many places as possible during their honeymoon/on vacations and whatnot--just him, her, and Max. Ariel would want to see all of the human world as much as Eric does. I can imagine them going places too. I think after he met Ariel, Eric was ready to tend to his royal duties. Before, I think he was searching for something( or someone ) that would make his life less miserable. He found Ariel, who loved the sea as much as he did. Abu and Max..lol..yeah, Agrabah and Eric's kingdom would be in deep trouble if those two teamed up. It would be funny.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 6, 2009 0:07:51 GMT -5
Max and Abu?Oh geez, I can see the palaces crumbling before my eyes... I don't think Ariel would ever tell him to be more responsible/to be a ruler, but she'd probably do what you said and make him realize that he can accept his duties and make the best of them. He'd never lose his affinity with the sea, but in the same way, he probably values it more because he can't just go out on the open ocean. I can imagine he and Ariel sailing to as many places as possible during their honeymoon/on vacations and whatnot--just him, her, and Max. Ariel would want to see all of the human world as much as Eric does. Naw, yeah. It's true what Fathomsbelow said too. That also Ariel was the sense of adventure and freedom that he desired to have. Speaking of the monkey and the dog; I really need to make an icon of that, or write out a scene with those two XD I <3 Abu and Max ^^ And thank you so much for your reveiw Zavi on my fic It's nice to get a real analysis ^^
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Post by WickedElphie on Jan 6, 2009 0:31:11 GMT -5
Why not throw in Flounder, Sebastian, Scuttle, Rajah, and Iago for good measure.
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Post by fridamoonbeam on Jan 6, 2009 0:45:35 GMT -5
XDDD
Oh, that would be chaos beyond reason.
I can see Abu holding onto Max's fur as they run away from something or try and hide in it when he gets scared.
Rajah and Max can also share stories of who they've bit on the bum to protect their companions XD
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