I'm still indifferent about the fight scene, but at least it's not that bad when edited down like in the rough cut. I can't help but laugh at "What, cobbler?" since it's such a horrible Price imitation. The gag with the Thief being lifted up isn't bad, either, since he really does come off as a hero. The only problem is that the guards don't seem to be responsive to his horrible stench...

One thought... I really love is the whole banana leaves flight sequence. The Thief finally finds something he enjoys besides stealing.

I really feel awful that I can't help much with your situation, Garrett. I have to pay rent in a few days and I'll be down to about $600 to my name. Disney ought to hire you as a consultant for the Thief restoration given how much research you've done.

By the way, I made some GIF animations:

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/8250/shallwetakehisheadaway0sw.gif

http://img160.imageshack.us/img160/5545/thiefdance9dm.gif