102 Dalmatians

About 102 Dalmatians

102 Dalmatians is a 2000 comedy-adventure film, produced by Walt Disney Pictures and directed by Kevin Lima. The film serves as a sequel to the 1996 film, 101 Dalmatians. The plot revolves around the oddly reformed dog-obsessed Cruella De Vil who has been cured of her obsession with fur. Her vow to give up fur-wearing doesn't last long as a Cassandra Trigger causes her furs fixation to resurface and she launches a plan to get her ultimate Dalmatian coat consisting of 102 puppies.

Making / Production

The film was directed by Kevin Lima, with screenplay by Kristen Buckley and Brian Regan. Production cost an estimated $85 million. The film was shot primarily in Paris and London, incorporating many famous landmarks from both cities.

Actors

• Glenn Close played the role of Cruella De Vil. Glenn recreated her classic Disney villain character with glorious extravagance and spite.
• Ioan Gruffudd as Kevin Shepherd. Gruffudd portrayed Kevin, the owner of the dog shelter, with warm heart and genuine care for the dogs.
• Alice Evans starred as Chloe Simon. Evans played Chloe, a probation officer and lover of dogs, with firm resolve and empathy.
• Tim McInnerny played the role of Alonzo, Cruella's butler, showcasing a loyal yet doubting servant to the end.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The spot pattern on each Dalmatian used in this film was individually painted on by the makeup department.
• The movie had the largest ever working set built at Shepperton Studios in London.
• Although a sequel to the 1996 live action movie, none of the original cast from that film returned for this sequel.

Awards

For her elaborate portrayal of Cruella De Vil, Glenn Close was nominated for a Blockbuster Entertainment Award in the category of Favorite Villain.

Quotes

• "Oh, Alonzo, I have done something so terrible." - Cruella De Vil
• "Oh, I just love the springtime! New puppy fur. Puppies shedding their wintertime coats for their springtime spots." - Cruella De Vil

Music, Soundtrack

• "Cruella De Vil 2000" - Dr. John
• "I See Spots" - Adrian Biddle
• "Dalmatian Plantation/Finale" - David Newman