A Brief History of Walt Disney
A Brief History of Walt Disney

Author: Brian J. Robb

Publisher: Robinson

Published: 2014-10-16

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 1472110722

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Both a fascinating account of Walt Disney’s own significant artistic creations, from the iconic Mickey Mouse to the groundbreaking Snow White in 1937, and an insightful history of the hugely successful entertainment behemoth he created, from Dumbo to Pixar’s Toy Story, as well as the hugely popular theme parks. But Disney’s dark side is also explored: his disputed parentage; industrial disputes; his work for the FBI; and his anti-Communist and allegedly racist and antisemitic views. The company Disney built is today stronger than ever, encompassing not only the ongoing legacy of Disney animation, but also acting as the guardian of other well-loved creative endeavours, such as Pixar, The Muppets, Marvel Comics and now Star Wars. Sections include ‘Before Mickey: The Road to the Mouse House’, covering from 1901 to 1945 – the creation of Mickey Mouse, the creation of the world’s first full-length animated feature film, the Golden Age of animation and Disney’s help for the American war effort, despite labour disputes; ‘Disney Studios: The Disney Genius’ – difficult times, theme parks and television, live-action movies, including Mary Poppins; ‘Animation’s Second Coming’, from the Lady and the Tramp to The Sword in the Stone, and Walt Disney’s death; ‘After Walt: The Disney Legacy’ – family attempts to keep the studio afloat, decline and the loss of lustre in the 1970s and 1980s; ‘Disney Resurgent’ – a triumphant rebirth under new management with Who Framed Roger Rabbit? The Lion King and other blockbuster hits; ‘From Eisner to Iger’ – the corporate battle for the soul of Disney; ‘Disney Goes Digital’ – from Pixar to Star Wars, via Marvel Comics and The Muppets, Disney buyy up other studios, themselves often enough inspired by the original.

Walt Disney
Walt Disney

Author: Neal Gabler

Publisher: Vintage

Published: 2007-10-09

Total Pages: 914

ISBN-13: 0679757473

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The definitive portrait of one of the most important cultural figures in American history: Walt Disney. Walt Disney was a true visionary whose desire for escape, iron determination and obsessive perfectionism transformed animation from a novelty to an art form, first with Mickey Mouse and then with his feature films–most notably Snow White, Fantasia, and Bambi. In his superb biography, Neal Gabler shows us how, over the course of two decades, Disney revolutionized the entertainment industry. In a way that was unprecedented and later widely imitated, he built a synergistic empire that combined film, television, theme parks, music, book publishing, and merchandise. Walt Disney is a revelation of both the work and the man–of both the remarkable accomplishment and the hidden life. Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Biography USA Today Biography of the Year

The Animated Man
The Animated Man

Author: Michael Barrier

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 2008-04-07

Total Pages: 430

ISBN-13: 0520256190

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Disney's World
Disney's World

Author: Leonard Mosley

Publisher: Scarborough House

Published: 1990-10-01

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 158979656X

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Documents the stunning accomplishments of Disney's imaginative genius. It is not a flattering portrait. Library Journal

Walt Disney
Walt Disney

Author: Louise Krasniewicz

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2010-07-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 0313358311

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This insightful biography takes a balanced and thoughtful look at the creative and enigmatic man who has had a greater influence on American culture than almost any other individual: Walt Disney. Walt Disney has been dissected, criticized, and lauded in numerous biographies, most of which try to penetrate the psychology of the man and his motives. Walt Disney: A Biography takes a cultural approach, looking at Disney as both a product of his culture and a cultural innovator who influenced entertainment, education, leisure, and even history. Drawing on many original sources, Walt Disney provides an overview of this genius's remarkable life and family. At the same time, the book places Disney in the context of his times as a way of exploring the roots of and inspiration for his creativity. Because Walt Disney's creations and ideas still affect our movies, play activities, vacation choices, and even our dreams and imagination, his influence is as important today as it was when he was alive, and this thoroughly engaging book shows why.

The Walt Disney Film Archives. the Animated Movies 1921-1968
The Walt Disney Film Archives. the Animated Movies 1921-1968

Author: Daniel Kothenschulte

Publisher: Taschen

Published: 2021-07

Total Pages: 620

ISBN-13: 9783836576154

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In TASCHEN's first volume of one of the most expansive illustrated publications on Disney animation, 1,500 images take us to the beating heart of the studio's "Golden Age of Animation." Derived from the XXL book, this new edition again includes behind-the-scenes photos, story sketches, and cel setups of famous film scenes. It spans each of the...

Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse. the Ultimate History - 40th Anniversary Edition
Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse. the Ultimate History - 40th Anniversary Edition

Author: David Gerstein

Publisher: Taschen

Published: 2020-10-07

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13: 9783836580991

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Celebrate 90+ years of Mickey Mouse with one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe: behind-the-scenes shots, rare animation art, and vintage comics trace Mickey's cartoons, his comic adventures, the world of Mickey merchandise and memorabilia, as well as the legendary Mickey Mouse Club.

Disney A to Z
Disney A to Z

Author: Dave Smith

Publisher: Hyperion Books

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 600

ISBN-13:

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Includes full descriptions of all Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Goofy cartoons; the story of Mickey's birth; the Disney Channel Premiere films and Disney television shows; the Disney parks; Disney Academy Awards and Emmy Awards; the Mouseketeers throughout the years; and details of Disney company personnel and primary actors.

Walt Disney's Disneyland
Walt Disney's Disneyland

Author: Chris Nichols

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9783836563482

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Discover the story of Disneyland, Walt Disney's visionary theme park in Anaheim, California. This bountiful visual history includes stunning color photographs, concept drawings, as well as ephemera from the historical collections of the Walt Disney Company and the golden age of photojournalism, to trace the park's development and immersive...

The Making of Walt Disney's Fun and Fancy Free
The Making of Walt Disney's Fun and Fancy Free

Author: J. B. Kaufman

Publisher:

Published: 2019-08-23

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780578527444

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Walt Disney's animated feature film Fun and Fancy Free opened in September 1947. It was an unusual kind of "package feature," combining two featurette-length stories, Bongo and Mickey and the Beanstalk, in a single motion picture. The two stories were elaborately mounted within a third framing story featuring Jiminy Cricket, and the whole package was further enhanced by the talents of two popular performers: Edgar Bergen and Dinah Shore. Moviegoers who enjoyed this diverting feature were unaware that its various components had been in development for the better part of a decade. Now, for the first time, this Monograph chronicles the full, fascinating history of the making of Fun and Fancy Free. Richly illustrated with over 125 sketches, paintings, and photos, many never previously published, here is the hidden story behind a delightful and underappreciated Disney gem.