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Walter Elias Disney (December 5, 1901 – December 15, 1966) was an American entrepreneur, animator, voice actor and film producer. A pioneer of the American animation industry, he introduced several developments in the production of cartoons. As a film producer, Disney holds the record for most Academy Awards earned by an individual, having won 22 … Read more
The Walt Disney Company (DIS), commonly known as Disney, is the best-loved media and entertainment company in the world, headquarter is located at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California. This company is the world’s second largest media conglomerate in terms of revenue, after Comcast. It was founded on October 16, 1923, by brothers Walt … Read more
With the first generation of Disney Princess movies, the manifestation and establishment of several female archetypes is distinctly obvious. These archetypes can each be defined by several similar properties, which can be analyzed according to whether they are physical attributes or personal characteristics. Such archetypes work together in an intersubjective manner, to shape the way … Read more
Disney Animation and their films are a huge part of the entertainment industry in America. Their influence and reach on children stretches throughout years and has many avenues to influence not just with movies but through clothing, games, and toys. Disney has been around for over 80 years, and during that time, they have played … Read more
At the beginning of the twentieth century, “fairy tales reinforced the patriarchal symbolical order based on rigid notions of sexuality and gender so did then all of Disney’s productions”. (Balint, web) These provide patterns as to how one should behave and view one’s place in society. They are aimed at both boys and girls, with … Read more
Disneyland Resorts and Walt Disney World have historically positioned themselves as family-focused tourist destinations. So, it is no surprise that Disney’s American Parks and Resorts demographic fits that description. However, Disney also attracts childless families. And, of the families attracted by Walt Disney World, an overwhelming percentage are ‘affluent’.[i] Geographically, Walt Disney World is patronized … Read more
The movie Lion King produced by Walt Disney pictures provides a number of key instances which invoke memories in the bible in the manner the story line has been developed which makes it easier to relate to a number of verses in the bible. The whole plot has been developed to create an images of … Read more
Since the 20th century, America has been subject to waves of feminism, from the suffrage movement to the Women’s Liberation Movement of the 1970s. This increasing demand for equality in America stemmed an increasing demand for positive female role models in film, specifically films aimed at children. Disney responded to this call creating more three-dimensional … Read more
The Golden Age (1937-1942) The Golden Era created a new genre of film. Up until now animation was generally seen as a novelty marketed to children. It was comical, with shorts first having no sound or colour it relied on heavy expressions of the characters as well as the animated backgrounds to express emotions and … Read more
They started regularising and incorporating songs into scenes. Songs drive the plot forward (Broadway centric music), Protagonist were more active in wanting achieve their goals. The Disney Formula (Introduction usually through song, setting the scene immerse the audience, Want Song, overlays what the protagonist wants, usually this is where we rout and fall for the … Read more
In the Disney movie Toy Story, Woodie, Andy’s cowboy toy, is an example of an universal hero who follows the twelves steps of The Hero’s Journey. The journey all begins with the introduction of the ordinary world, the toys’ life in Andy’s room. Everything is peaceful and all of the toys get along with each … Read more
This era is more reminiscent of The Disney Renaissance Era more than the Post Renaissance Era as this era brought back Disney Princesses with more broadway-like song numbers. Unlike in the Post Renaissance Era, Disney finally has a better grasp on CGI animation, keeping in mind their traditional animation pertaining to rich, aesthetic backgrounds, and … Read more
Born Dec. 5, 1901, Hermosa Illinois. He was innovative animation, creator and voice of Mickey Mouse. Co-funded Disney with his brother, Roy Won 22 academy awards. Founder of Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Married Lillian Bounds, an ink and paint artist, in 1925. One of five children, 4 boys and 1 girl. He lived most … Read more
The major factors that contributed to EuroDisney’s poor performance was the lack of market research and cultural awareness. EuroDisney was built just like American Disney parks, without giving though to cultural differences. American characters were used, instead of French cartoon characters. Disney banned alcohol in a culture that enjoys drinking wine. Everyone showed up for … Read more
Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale “The Little Mermaid” and Disney’s 1989 film adaptation differ in a multitude of notable ways, from key elements of plot to those of character. Perhaps the most distinct difference, aside from the highly contrasting endings, is the characterization of the protagonists, the little mermaids themselves. Disney’s version presents to … Read more
Everyone has the right to get an insight about the real meaning of their life with a purpose to be happy in the adulthood phase, for which he learns to comprehend the world he is surrounded with in order to get himself integrated socially. However, this is a gradual process which has been divided into … Read more
Disney was founded in the 1920’s, originally just as the mouse who now rules a large chunk of global media. In 1970, they released The Aristocats which IMDB summarizes as: With the help of a smooth talking tomcat, a family of Parisian felines set to inherit a fortune from their owner try to make it … Read more
The narrative of Toy Story has enchanted audiences since its release in 1995. Both adults and children alike have enjoyed this adventurous, heartwarming, and nostalgic movie. Young audiences relate to the dream of having one’s toys come to life, and older audiences are reminded of a simpler time in their lives that were full of … Read more
Noticing Gender “Gender is the structure of social relations that centers on the reproductive arena, and the set of practices that bring reproductive distinctions between bodies into social processes.” (Connell, Chapter 1, 2009). Unfortunately, gender involves also hierarchy, where we examine inequality in terms of power, wealth and privilege. One of the ways to learn … Read more
Ever heard the sonorous singing voice in the Disney animated movie known as Hercules? Well the face behind the booming voice belongs to Hollywood actor and singer Roger Bart who has been described as an actor of great poise and grandeur who has under his belt, great awards like; Screen Actors Guild Awards, Tony Awards … Read more
Walter Elias Disney was born on December 5, 1901. He is an entrepreneur, animator, voice actor, and film producer. He introduced several developments in the productions of cartoons. He had won 22 Oscars from 59 nominations. Disney developed an early interest in drawing. He took art classes as a boy and got ajob as a … Read more
Little girls have grown up worshipping these perfectly illustrated young women on their TV screen. As much as there are great lessons behind Disney movies; the Disney Princesses were not great role models for young girls. They generated an illusion—a fantasy world for girls that wished to be like them. Unrealistic expectations, beliefs and physicality … Read more
For nearly seven decades Corporate Disney has dazzled its audiences; generation after generation have been entertained through avenues ranging from movies to elaborate theme parks. While many find this massive establishment to be a significant part of American culture and welcome the Disney spirit with open arms, one man in particular looks past the hype … Read more
How does one begin to describe a king? As generations change, society calls for new leaders and kings, that will continue to push the boundaries. Steven Watts describes it as: Hollywoods leading fantasy factory (187) Disney is much more prominent in society, its impact now lives in every household, as well as a place in … Read more
A gem that has several very visible flaws; yet, with these flaws, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” shines as the best from the Disney factory yet. For, at first, the company name and movie title didn’t quite appear to sit well together. You don’t marry the king of novel Gothic gloom (Mr. Victor Hugo) with … Read more
When people think of animated cartoons, one name immediately comes to mind “Walt Disney. ” He is the most popular and known animator in the world. He wasn’t successful at the beginning of his career but he was a taskmaker and entrepreneur. Walt’s hard work and entrepreneurship made the world’s best popular cartoon character “Mickey … Read more
For some time she had watched his movements, appearing coyly in his haunts. And now, had it paid off? Doubtless, he was in love. His muscles were taut; he swooped through the air more like an eagle than a Greylag gander. The only problem was, it was not for her that he then landed in … Read more
Disney Productions is one of the leading entertainment businesses, bringing tremendous profits not to mention the joy it brings many people. It has not always been this easy for Disney however. It took the mind of one man to bring it to what it is today, and thats mans name is Walt Disney. Walt Disneys … Read more