Bambi

Bambi (1942) Directed by David Hand (supervisor) Synopsis Two years in the life of the mule deer Bambi, from birth, through adolescence with his friends Thumper and Flower, the death of his mother to human hunters, young love, and eventually a great forest fire and the birth of his own children. Production Notes Bambi was … Continue reading Bambi

Dumbo

Dumbo (1941) Directed by Ben Sharpsteen (supervisor) Synopsis Baby circus elephant Jumbo Jr. is given the derisive nickname “Dumbo” on account of his big ears.  After his mother is locked up for defending him from abuse, he is forced to become a clown.  After getting drunk, he learns that he can use his ears to … Continue reading Dumbo

Fantasia

Fantasia (1940) Directed by Joe Grant, Dick Huemer and Ben Sharpsteen (supervisors) Synopsis Seven dialogue-free animated shorts, each inspired and accompanied by a piece of classical music, with introductions to each short done in live action featuring music critic Deems Taylor. The shorts are: Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, by Johann Sebastian Bach, accompanied … Continue reading Fantasia

Pinocchio

Pinocchio (1940) Directed by Ben Sharpsteen and Hamilton Luske (supervisors) Synopsis After an elderly woodcarver wishes for his recently-completed marionette to become a real boy, he is visited by the Blue Fairy who grants his wish.  The next day, Pinocchio is sent to school, accompanied by a cricket to be hi “conscience.”  He is repeatedly … Continue reading Pinocchio