Join us on a journey through the past! A past filled with magical adventures, princes and princesses, iconic music, and dreams coming true. In Distory, we trave...
Chapter 6: The very things that hold you down are going to lift you up
In Disney’s 1941 classic Dumbo, a wide-eyed baby elephant, born with oversized ears, faces ridicule and isolation in a circus world that mocks his uniqueness. Guided by his loyal friend, Timothy Q. Mouse, Dumbo discovers the power of courage and self-belief after an unlikely flight launches him into fame. Overcoming cruelty and doubt, he reunites joyfully with his mother, proving that even the smallest can rise above adversity. This heartwarming tale of love, resilience, and triumph soars into the soul, reminding us that our greatest strengths lie within.
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Chapter 5: You've got to be mad to breathe fire, but I'm not mad at anybody
The Reluctant Dragon is a 1941 movie that blends live-action and animation. The film offers viewers a rare and whimsical behind-the-scenes journey through the newly opened Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, a place where magic and creativity appeared to flow effortlessly. With its innovative mix of live-action tours and animated segments, The Reluctant Dragon was more than just entertainment. It was a bold experiment in storytelling, capturing both the allure of Disney magic and the human effort behind it. But, on the surface, the film paints a picture of the studio as a bustling utopia of endless imagination, where dreams spring to life with every pencil stroke. Yet, beneath this enchanting facade, history reveals a more complex reality…
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Chapter 4: He had the brilliant idea of bringing a broomstick to life
Disney's Fantasia was a groundbreaking cinematic masterpiece, blending classical music with vivid, surreal animation. Released in 1940, it revolutionized film by synchronizing classical scores with imaginative storytelling, featuring everything from dancing broomsticks to cosmic ballet. Its bold fusion of art and sound elevated animation to high art, pioneering stereo sound and cementing its legacy as an epic symphony of sight and sound that forever redefined the boundaries of animated filmmaking.
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Chapter 3: A boy who won't be good might just as well be made of wood
Pinocchio, released by Walt Disney Productions in 1940, is an animated feature film based on Carlo Collodi's 1883 Italian children's novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio. The story revolves around a wooden puppet named Pinocchio, who is brought to life and aspires to become a real boy. It tells a timeless story about honesty, bravery, selflessness and the power of wishing upon a star!
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Chapter 2: Bless the seven little men who have been so kind to me
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, released in 1938, is a landmark in the history of cinema. It was the first full-length animated feature ever and holds a significant place not only in the history of animation but also in the broader context of film history. We delve into the various aspects of the film, from its historical context and production to its thematic depth and lasting legacy.
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Distory theme music by Jazper Adèr.
Join us on a journey through the past! A past filled with magical adventures, princes and princesses, iconic music, and dreams coming true. In Distory, we travel through the history of the Walt Disney Studios and delve deeply into the many films that have emerged from the studio. From the numerous challenges of making the first full-length animated film, the solutions that enabled Peter Pan to fly, to the films of today; Distory reflects on a history that changed the world.