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American Experience: Walt Disney DVD

Name: American Experience: Walt Disney DVD
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SKU: WB0432
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Rating: 4.75 (32 reviews)

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American Experience: Walt Disney Uniquely adept at art as well as commerce, Walt Disney was a master filmmaker who harnessed the power of technology to tell stories of outsiders struggling for acceptance and belonging, while questioning the conventions of class and authority. As Disney rose to prominence and gained financial security, his work became increasingly celebratory of the American way ... More

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American Experience: Walt Disney

Uniquely adept at art as well as commerce, Walt Disney was a master filmmaker who harnessed the power of technology to tell stories of outsiders struggling for acceptance and belonging, while questioning the conventions of class and authority. As Disney rose to prominence and gained financial security, his work became increasingly celebratory of the American way of life that made his unlikely success possible.

A polarizing figure - though true believers vastly outnumber his critics - Disney's achievements are indisputable. In this two-part, four-hour film, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE examines Disney's complex life and continuing legacy, featuring rare archival footage from the Disney vaults, interviews with biographers and historians, as well as the animators and designers who helped turn his dreams into reality. Both an inspiring story and a cautionary tale about the price of ambition, Walt Disney offers an unprecedented look at the man who created a world and built an empire.

Producer: Sarah Colt
Executive Producer: Mark Samels
Production Company: ARTE
Production Year: 2015
Copyright Year: 2015
Director: Sarah Colt
Narrator: Oliver Platt
Writers: Sarah Colt, Tom Jennings
Discs: 1
Subtitles: Y
Subtitle Language: English (SDH)
Audio Format: 5.1 Surround
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen

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4.7 32 Reviews

32 Reviews

Samuel

07/18/22

Great documentary

Being a longtime fan of classic Disney, I love this documentary and I recommend this one

Dave

06/04/21

Never really covered his tobacco issue

Walt killed him self smoking. He chain smoked, yet every picture provided by WDC has the cigarette photo shopped out. His smoking was only slightly referred and was glossed over.

N/A

07/17/20

Perfect Birthday Present

My daughter-in-law saw this when it aired and had to dvr it. I knew she really wanted to see it in one sitting. When I saw this, and on sale at that, I had to get it. I was quite impressed because it quite followed the book it was based on. It was quite watchable and never boring. Cheers!!

Lisa

07/17/20

This is a terrific product. Will buy more as gifts.

Wow! So informative. Gives a different appreciation of the genius and hard work of Walt Disney and of Roy and the talented people they employed.

Dp23

07/17/20

A very entertaining and non biased documentary

This documentary is fantastic. It offers a non biased view of a man who was a visionary genius, but also a very controversial boss. Follow the ups and downs of Walt Disney and come away with a greater sense of what Disney Magic truly means.

Mikeyboy

07/17/20

The most in depth look at Disney. Both men, and the machine.

I have seen many Disney documentaries. But this is a completely unbiased view of Disneys struggles and triumphs. It has considerable photographic and video content that I have not seen prior. The trials and tribulations of Walt, Roy and Ebs efforts are amazing. The struggles they faced, whether they were self induced or unintentional, make this documentary my number one story of Disney. Even over the Silver Box set of building Disneyland.

Angie

07/17/20

These are gifts...........

I KNOW the recipients of these two DVDs will be totally delighted with them........and maybe will even let me borrow them to enjoy!!!!!1 :-) Caroline A. Hendra

Dayna

07/17/20

The Walt Disney you never knew

Interesting perspective of Walt Disney, some information that was well known, other that was revealed in this DVD. wish it came in Blu-ray, too. A good purchase for anyone who likes Disney, and a reminder that the current Walt Disney Company is more than the almighty dollar.

Grw

07/17/20

Walt Disney - two sides

Everyone thinks of Walt Disney as a really nice guy. This documentary shows both sides of who he really was. He wasnt always Mr. Sweet Mickey Mouse guy. Its great and the background information is really fascinating.

Bob

07/17/20

Walt Disney-Am. Experience

American Experience does it again. The Walt Disney DVD touches both good and bad in Walts life, and their treatment is both inspirational and touching. what a show.,

Whit

07/17/20

Great

Great!

Anita

07/17/20

Fast Delivery on a Wonderful DVD

We were privileged to view the Walt Disney biography on American Experience and wanted to share the DVD with our son, whos a devoted Disney fan. This was our first order to PBS and the DVD arrived in less than a week in perfect condition. We really appreciated the 20% discount and excellent service!

Judy

07/17/20

Walt Disney was the best!!!!

I love anything about Walt Disney. I was teaching the 5th grade class back in Dec. 1966 when Walt Disney died. We were all upset, so I had the children write a letter to Walts family with a sympathy note and what he meant to them. The family was touched and sent a beautiful letter in return. I have it hanging on my wall. Went on a Disney cruise about 1 year ago and it was super.

Sierra

07/17/20

A Must See, Must Own

I saw this special and loved it so much that I showed my mom who is possibly a bigger Walt Disney fan than I am. She was as thoroughly fascinated as I was watching it and had to have it so I bought the DVD for her as a gift. She was so excited to get it and has already seen it a handful of times. Walt Disney is timeless and never gets old with anything that he touches, in both life and death. This was an amazing documentary and a treat I would insist others see.

Amy

07/17/20

A Document Well Done

Bought this for my self-proclaimed Disney-aholic Mom. It is a good, honest look at the man behind the movies. Arrived promptly and in good shape.

Disney F.

07/17/20

Walt was an absolute Genius!

I grew up with everything Disney and loved watching this documentary about Walt Disney and everything he did. I encourage everyone to check this documentary out to understand more about the creation of Mickey Mouse and his fellow Disney characters.

Helen

07/17/20

Walt Disney the great man and his mouse

We enjoyed the show on PBS so much that we had to buy the DVD. Even two of them. What a talented man Walt Disney was. Its great to know that he has a staff of people that still believe in quality over quantity. Recommend this DVD to any and all.

Maldelus325

07/17/20

The Private Man in Public

This documentary shows the private man who disliked unions that ensured his employees were well paid to meet the changing times. Getting away from the mentality of keeping all employees living close by and working long hours. His name had to be on prominent display while his brother, Roy was kept in the shadows running the marketing and finances and dealing with the unions. Walt put on a face to the public and aired his plans and projects he had plans for. Walt had to be on the face of all things made for the public. In order to get away from the daily operations of movie production, he found an obsession with trains which he preferred to spend more of his time with and using television to put his image out to the public users.

Giftiegal

07/17/20

Just right

Got it as a gift for my son who has been a Disney fan all his life.

Phylocifer

07/17/20

Everlasting childhood

As someone who remembers seeing Felix the Cat in black and white as a child and sitting through Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs not once, but twice, I was particularly smitten with the story of the man who enhanced generations of young lives by transporting us through his story telling to a magical world of make believe. Thanks for a DVD that will show new generations a genius at work.

Highlighted Customer Reviews

Tinkerbell reviewed American Experience: Walt Disney DVD

Walt Disney.

Amazing. Cant wait to see the rest

D M. reviewed American Experience: Walt Disney DVD

Spectacular Tribute

Spectacular Tribute to a very complex and uniquely American Character

Swtlps reviewed American Experience: Walt Disney DVD

Priceless. A magical man

Walt Disney gave immeasurable joy to billions of all ages from around the globe. My first visit to Disneyland was at 12 yrs old (1959) and the Monorail was first introduced that year. I have visited many times over the years, enjoyed the ongoing stages of development and now enjoy the delight on my grandchildrens faces. My favourite place on earth and so pleased to have seen this extrordinary DVD that is so well produced! So neat to see it being built from the ground up. Brings back a flood of happy memories and what a priceless gift I was given by my parents. Thank you sincerely for offering this wonderful DVD so that I may continue to enjoy my Disney love affair.