The Legend of Mor'du
The Legend of Mor'du is a 2012 animated short film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The short film is a spin-off of the 2012 feature film Brave and provides a backstory for the character Mor'du, the primary antagonist in Brave.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The story is narrated by the witch from Brave, who recounts the tale of a power-hungry prince who sought to rule his kingdom alone. The prince had three brothers, and together they ruled a prosperous kingdom. However, the prince's desire for power led him to seek out the witch, who granted him a spell to change his fate. The spell transformed him into the monstrous bear, Mor'du, and he ultimately destroyed his own kingdom and family.
Characters[edit | edit source]
- Mor'du: Originally a prince, Mor'du is transformed into a bear by a spell. He becomes the main antagonist in Brave.
- The Witch: A mysterious character who provides the spell that transforms the prince into Mor'du.
- The Prince's Brothers: The three brothers who ruled the kingdom alongside the prince before his transformation.
Production[edit | edit source]
The Legend of Mor'du was directed by Brian Larsen and produced by Katherine Sarafian. The short film features the voice talents of Julie Walters as the witch. The animation style and character design are consistent with those of Brave, maintaining continuity between the two films.
Release[edit | edit source]
The short film was released on November 13, 2012, as part of the home media release of Brave. It was included in the Blu-ray and DVD editions of the film.
Reception[edit | edit source]
The Legend of Mor'du received positive reviews for its storytelling and animation. It was praised for providing additional depth to the character of Mor'du and enriching the lore of Brave.
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