The Small One (Disney): Difference between revisions

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The film is unusual among the Disney animation for its strong religious theme. It seems to have done respectably well at the Box Office, though not so outstandingly as to make a decisive impact on the direction of the studio over the next years. Nevertheless, it is well remembered for the beauty and grace of its handling, and is arguably one of the best handlings of its [[Christmas Special|holiday theme]] in animation.

Compare [[Rankin Bass Productions]]' [[Animated Show]] ''[[Nestor the Long Eared Christmas Donkey (Animation)|Nestor the Long Eared Christmas Donkey]]'' for a somewhat similar concept.

Compare [[Rankin/Bass Productions]]' [[Animated Show]] ''[[Nestor the Long Eared Christmas Donkey (Animation)|Nestor the Long Eared Christmas Donkey]]'' for a somewhat similar concept.

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** "Someone still needs you to brighten each day." {{spoiler|It's not a stretch to imagine Small One being a loyal, loving friend to Him, [[Crowning Moment of Heartwarming|just like he was to the boy.]]}}

* [[Foregone Conclusion]]: It's about a donkey in Judea.

* [[Intellectual Animal]]/[[Nearly Normal Animal]]: The animals don't talk, but Small One clearly understands everything the humans say, as well as the greater implications of being sold.

* [[Intellectual Animal]]/[[Nearly-Normal Animal]]: The animals don't talk, but Small One clearly understands everything the humans say, as well as the greater implications of being sold.

* [[Money Song]]: The Merchant's Song

* [[No Name Given]]: Small One is the only character whose name is given.