“The Rescuers” 1977

A rough cut of the cave scene.

“The Rescuers” 1977

By Milt Kahl.

No sound. But honestly, you don’t need any.

“The Rescuers” 1977

One of my favorite scenes from the film.

Medusa animated by Milt Kahl, Penny animated by Ollie Johnston.

“The Rescuers” 1977

Milt Kahl, Madame Medusa, “The Rescuers” 1977

This was the last film Milt Kahl worked on for Disney, and he animated Medusa completely without a live action model reference.

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Frank Thomas animating on The Rescuers