Category Archives: Uncle Walt

Early Walt Disney film restored

Posted on February 8, 2011 by John Frost

In 1926 Walt Disney was just trying to make his way in Hollywood. He would take whatever jobs he could get, including one from a Dentist back in Kansas City who wanted a short film he could show to encourage … Continue reading →

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Walt & El Grupo Screening at USC features director

Posted on January 12, 2011 by John Frost

This February 8th at 7pm, the USC Center on Public Diplomacy will hold a special screening of the Walt & El Grupo documentary. The director and producer will hold a Q&A session after the screening. Summary: It was 1941, a … Continue reading →

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Walt & El Grupo Trailer –

Posted on December 7, 2010 by John Frost

Today is the second day our of Disney Documentary DVD Give-Away. Here’s a look at the trailer for one of the three DVDs that’s part of the prize package – Walt & El Grupo. Contest Rules and a chance to … Continue reading →

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Disney Documentary Give-away

Posted on December 6, 2010 by John Frost

Update: The contest is now closed. Congratulations to winners Amanda and Renee M. Disney recently released 3 documentaries – Waking Sleeping Beauty, Walt & El Grupo, and The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story – on DVD. We recently reviewed them … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Walt Disney!

Posted on December 5, 2010 by John Frost

Today is the 109th Anniversary of Walt Disney’s birth. We celebrate his legacy everyday here at The Disney Blog. But today I would love to hear how Walt’s life and legacy has affected you. Please share in the comments the … Continue reading →

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