The Disney Film Archives (A Shifted Disney Canon)
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Oh it's back now, it's Boxing Day here in England so from now on it's one chapter a week
Though if I mange to get a substantial amount done, we can push the release number higher.
Though if I mange to get a substantial amount done, we can push the release number higher.
Chapter Ninety-One: The Three Musketeers (1994)
Chapter Ninety-One: The Three Musketeers (1994)
(The Film's Logo)
(The Film's Logo)
The Three Musketeers was going to be Disney’s next big action picture with a focus on adults more than families. Well-animated films had realigned themselves back to families, Don Iwerks believed that live-action films could skew more toward the adult audience. At the time of this thought, nobody knew the trouble would bring. Before the issues began, Iwerks and the live-action department took a leaf out of classic Disney films and turned to the books to find the perfect story. That book, after much debate and research, would be The Three Musketeers by French author Alexandre Dumas. The book had been adapted many times in the past so, like the mask of Zorro, it was decided that the film would be transported into the future. It was a common trend Disney live-action films would follow in the 90s.
Nancy Iwerks, the daughter of Don Iwerks, would serve as executive producer of the film, continuing the legacy started by Ub Iwerks. German film director Roland Emmerich was hired to direct the film after others such as Steven Spielberg turned down the project. Don Iwerks oversaw the writing of the script alongside scriptwriter David Loughery. In terms of casting the film. Brendan Fraser was given the role of 'D'Artagnan, with Cary Elwes as Aramis, and Gary Oldman as Porthos. Winona Ryder was chosen for the role of Milady de Winter, and with big names in the cast, the film seemed set for a steady production and release. The story that came about was simple yet effective, according to Don Iwerks.
The film follows D'Artagnan, a skilled hacker with dreams of joining the elite guard known as The Musketeers. Little does he know that his arrival in the city will coincide with a conspiracy that threatens to destabilize the entire network. With the guidance of three seasoned Musketeers—Aramis, Athos, and Porthos—D'Artagnan navigates the neon-lit streets and virtual realms in pursuit of justice. As they uncover a web of corporate espionage and political machinations, they challenge the powerful Cardinal Richelieu, a shadowy figure manipulating the city's data streams for his gain.
The film had everything going for it, just like the mask of Zorro, but tragedy would strike and upend Hollywood. The Murder of James Bulger caused families and politicians alike to aim at Hollywood for the increased violence in films, even though no link was found between the murder and the video. In the UK, the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 clarified the rules on the availability of certain types of video material to children. Well, in the US, people took aim at everything from blockbusters to film directors. This included Disney and the mask of Zorro.
The whole of Hollywood felt the shockwaves, and they would only continue. The Three Musketeers was delayed, a choice made by Don Iwerks, who feared the film could be seen as overly violent. Editing began to try to fix up the film with some reshoots happening, though not all the actors were free to film new scenes. A film the studio had great confidence in was reduced to one they feared as it was released in the summer of 94. As expected, the film was panned, with many calling out the odd editing and confusing story. The violence that did remain was also attacked by those who blamed Hollywood for the ills of the world. The film could not win. The film would find new-found appreciation in the 2000s and 2014 when a director’s cut would be released. The original’s fate was only a sign of the times for live-action Disney films of the 1990s.
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Chapter Ninety-Two: The Three Caballeros (1994)
Chapter Ninety-Two: The Three Caballeros (1994)
(The Three Caballeros)
1994 was an up-and-down year for Disney in terms of releases, but as the Renaissance period continued, its animated release would help soothe the issues the live-action film had brought. The Three Caballeros had begun life back in the 1950s when it was simply known as Mickey’s Mexican Adventure. It was to be directed by Wolfgang Reitherman. Yet for unknown reasons, the film never came about and sat in Limbo for years with plans to bring back the film in the '60s, 70s and early 1980s. It wasn’t until the late 1980s that Don Bluth wanted to bring Disney’s biggest star to the silver screen. And to do that, Mickey’s Mexican adventure would be retooled into a Donald Duck Film. A project that would take the studio longer than expected. After all, this was to be the studio’s first entirely computer-animated feature film.
(The Three Caballeros)
Now you may be wondering why the studio shifted the film from Mickey to Donald and why Mickey is not Disney’s biggest star. To understand this, you have to look back at the Second World War. At the time, the studio was about to start making propaganda shorts for the U.S. military, but the idea of sending the beloved Mickey Mouse to war was unfathomable to many. To others, the character just wouldn't work. So, the studio instead turned to Donald Duck, who would go on to star in over 65 shorts. For reasons unknown, the popularity of Donald Duck skyrocketed in Europe and in post-war Europe, Donald Duck comics flew off shelves. Well, Mickey Mouse will remain the face of Disney. Donald was more beloved by children.
It was for this reason that what was once Mickey’s Mexican Adventure became known as The Three Caballeros. Bonnie Arnold (A key feature figure in Disney history) was selected by Don Bluth to produce the film well Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff were selected to direct. Alan Menken and Howard Ashman passed on the project due to other commitments and instead, the studio turned to Randy Newman for the music. The studio had a very close call that could have caused great controversy. John Lasseter was nearly hired to direct the project. You may know John Lasseter from his famous court appearance in 2005 for sexual misconduct toward employees. Disney missed a bullet.
Now Disney will forever be known for its 2D Animation (something they still use to this day), but 1994 would herald the computer revolution in Hollywood. The reason production on the film took as long as it did was the decision to shift the film from 2D to CG. Bluth and others in the studio agreed that Disney had to be the first and so Donald Duck would become the first of the Sensational seven to be rendered in full CGI. Some feared the loss of 2D Animation (which did not happen) well others feared that the film would bomb because of it. Nevertheless, the studio pushed on, pushing the film back from its 1992 release till 1994.
The film follows Donald as he receives a magical birthday gift – an enchanted book. The pages come to life, whisking him away to the vibrant landscapes of Mexico. Joined by the suave Brazilian parrot Jose and the lively Mexican rooster Panchito, the three embark on a musical and visually stunning escapade that celebrates the spirit of friendship and the richness of Mexican culture. The film was released on June 24, 1994. Disney expected a mild hit, but many did not believe the run of successful films could last. The film managed to gross more than $357 million worldwide. It went on to become the highest-grossing domestic film of 1994 and one of Disney’s biggest films. It seemed animation could do no wrong as the Renaissance period continued to burn brightly. It could not last, the debate over CGI and 2D Animation was only just starting and as Disney basked in the success of its first fully CG film, debates over the future began. Cracks in the Renaissance period had begun and soon The Wilderness Period/Transition Period would emerge.
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How popular do Jose and Panchito manage to become ITTL? Do they surpass the likes of Mickey and Goofy?Chapter Ninety-Three: The Three Caballeros (1994)1994 was an up-and-down year for Disney in terms of releases, but as the Renaissance period continued, its animated release would help soothe the issues the live-action film had brought. The Three Caballeros had begun life back in the 1950s when it was simply known as Mickey’s Mexican Adventure. It was to be directed by Wolfgang Reitherman. Yet for unknown reasons, the film never came about and sat in Limbo for years with plans to bring back the film in the '60s, 70s and early 1980s. It wasn’t until the late 1980s that Don Bluth wanted to bring Disney’s biggest star to the silver screen. And to do that, Mickey’s Mexican adventure would be retooled into a Donald Duck Film. A project that would take the studio longer than expected. After all, this was to be the studio’s first entirely computer-animated feature film.
(The Three Caballeros)
Now you may be wondering why the studio shifted the film from Mickey to Donald and why Mickey is not Disney’s biggest star. To understand this, you have to look back at the Second World War. At the time, the studio was about to start making propaganda shorts for the U.S. military, but the idea of sending the beloved Mickey Mouse to war was unfathomable to many. To others, the character just wouldn't work. So, the studio instead turned to Donald Duck, who would go on to star in over 65 shorts. For reasons unknown, the popularity of Donald Duck skyrocketed in Europe and in post-war Europe, Donald Duck comics flew off shelves. Well, Mickey Mouse will remain the face of Disney. Donald was more beloved by children.
It was for this reason that what was once Mickey’s Mexican Adventure became known as The Three Caballeros. Bonnie Arnold (A key feature figure in Disney history) was selected by Don Bluth to produce the film well Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff were selected to direct. Alan Menken and Howard Ashman passed on the project due to other commitments and instead, the studio turned to Randy Newman for the music. The studio had a very close call that could have caused great controversy. John Lasseter was nearly hired to direct the project. You may know John Lasseter from his famous court appearance in 2005 for sexual misconduct toward employees. Disney missed a bullet.
Now Disney will forever be known for its 2D Animation (something they still use to this day), but 1994 would herald the computer revolution in Hollywood. The reason production on the film took as long as it did was the decision to shift the film from 2D to CG. Bluth and others in the studio agreed that Disney had to be the first and so Donald Duck would become the first of the Sensational seven to be rendered in full CGI. Some feared the loss of 2D Animation (which did not happen) well others feared that the film would bomb because of it. Nevertheless, the studio pushed on, pushing the film back from its 1992 release till 1994.
The film follows Donald as he receives a magical birthday gift – an enchanted book. The pages come to life, whisking him away to the vibrant landscapes of Mexico. Joined by the suave Brazilian parrot Jose and the lively Mexican rooster Panchito, the three embark on a musical and visually stunning escapade that celebrates the spirit of friendship and the richness of Mexican culture. The film was released on June 24, 1994. Disney expected a mild hit, but many did not believe the run of successful films could last. The film managed to gross more than $357 million worldwide. It went on to become the highest-grossing domestic film of 1994 and one of Disney’s biggest films. It seemed animation could do no wrong as the Renaissance period continued to burn brightly. It could not last, the debate over CGI and 2D Animation was only just starting and as Disney basked in the success of its first fully CG film, debates over the future began. Cracks in the Renaissance period had begun and soon The Wilderness Period/Transition Period would emerge.
I'd say no because I don't think any character could
but I could see them making more appearances be it in shorts, video games, books etc etc.
Expand Donald's world a bit more.
Little mermaid is out tomorrow. Lion king Thursday. COVID has delayed the lion king briefly. They are coming together in the same week because there's not too much to change.
They are doing pretty well so far, the 90s is the time games take off to new heights. i won't name any because they may get flipped in the future. The next game update will be 1996. As for how that company came to be, the person behind Atari was working for Disney. When the game section of Disney came to be, it got that name. He's also the founder of Chuck E Cheese IRL which exists under another name here.
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Cool!They are doing pretty well so far, the 90s is the time games take off to new heights. i won't name any because they may get flipped in the future. The next game update will be 1996. As for how that company came to be, the person behind Atari was working for Disney. When the game section of Disney came to be, it got that name. He's also the founder of Chuck E Cheese IRL which exists under another name here.
Nolan Bushnell - Wikipedia
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Chapter Ninety-Three: The Little Mermaid (1995)
Chapter Ninety-Three: The Little Mermaid (1995)
Ariel From The Little Mermaid
Ariel From The Little Mermaid
1995 was to be the peak of the Renaissance and in turn, the decade would peak as well. The economy was booming, technology advancing and the people seemed carefree. It was not a feeling that would last forever but, in the summer of 1995, the world enjoyed a boom it had not seen since the 1950s. Over at Disney, despite a few setbacks, the mood was high and the dedication to keeping the new animation boom alive. The Animation Civil War was brewing underneath the surface but at the time nobody seemed much to care. 1995 would deliver two animated films that today are considered the peak. Those would be The Little Mermaid in the summer and The Lion King in the fall.
The Little Mermaid had originally planned as part of one of Walt Disney's earliest feature films, for a time it was considered to be the first film but for reasons unknown, this was passed up. It was brought up a second time when it was suggested to create a package film containing vignettes of Hans Christian Andersen tales yet this was also passed up. The story would continue to be proposed for years but it was not till 1991 that the studio needing a fairytale turned to Hans Christian Andersen tales. For a time, tales were shopped around with suggestions such as the ugly duckling and the red shoes being suggested but in the end, it was decided to do the little mermaid.
The Little Mermaid was to be written by John Musker and Ron Clements with Bluth serving as executive producer. Alongside doing the music, Howard Ashman and Alan Menken both served as producers. The film was extremely important for Disney princess films as it served as the start of a transition. In past Disney films, the prince character had been the least developed but the little mermaid was the transition away from this. Great effort was placed in making Prince Eric a real breathing character and for the first time, a prince character was given a full musical number. It was also one of the last films to use the older style of writing female princesses. It was decided to set the film in the Caribbean with trips taken by the crew to nail down the architecture.
The Little Mermaid was released to theatres on July 7, 1995. It soon found critical acclaim, earning praise for the animation, music, and characters. Prince Eric’s character and song were praised as a shift away from the old Disney. The Disney of old would always remain the foundation, times were changing. A New Generation who grew up with Disney was arriving on the scene. The Little Mermaid faces stiff competition from The Lion King to earn the title of Best Disney Film, a very close fight as the Lion King would take the world of Hollywood and pop culture by storm.
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