Fantasia

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Fantasia

G

Released Nov 13, 1940

2h 0m

Kids & Family

Fantasy

Animation

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Released in 1940, represented Disney's boldest experiment to date. Bringing to life his vision of blending animated imagery with classical music. What had begun as a vehicle to enhance Mickey Mouse's career blossomed into a full-blown feature that remains unique in the history of animation.

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Critics Consensus

A landmark in animation (and a huge influence on the medium of music video), Disney's Fantasia is a relentlessly inventive blend of the classics with phantasmagorical images.

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Guardian Staff

Guardian

Disney's abstractions are no more imaginative than Fischinger's or Len Lye's, though he can be wittier than they.

Jul 17, 2020

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SMH Staff

Sydney Morning Herald

The film will be as controversial as is all new art conception. But its entertainment value is Immense and unquestionable.

May 2, 2020

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Edwin Schallert

Los Angeles Times

The words most used to describe "Fantasia," besides the conventional "beautiful" and "wonderful" were "path-breaking" and "courageous." The phrase "courageous beyond belief" would be even more accurate.

Jan 18, 2013

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Brendan Cassidy

InSession Film

Fantasia is, in a word, fascinating. An animated symphony of colors and movement, the film flows more like an experiment than an actual film.

Jun 18, 2024

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Pare Lorentz

McCall's

[Disney] has developed an entirely new method of recording and projecting music, immeasurably broadening the potential use of music and pictures; above all, Fantasia itself is an audacious, stirring, austere and entirely new kind of movie.

Oct 30, 2023

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Carson Timar

ButteredPopcorn

Fantasia ends up as a film easier to respect than truly enjoy. While the individual elements are rather fantastic, the final feature as a whole is simply ineffective when it comes to showcasing the talents involved.

Jan 2, 2023

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Lee M

Some love it, but I was bored stiff.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

12/21/24

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Guillermo P

Fantasia isn’t just a movie—it’s an experience. Much like Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon isn’t merely a collection of songs but a journey that sparks the imagination, Fantasia transcends traditional storytelling. It’s a symphony of visuals and music that invites the viewer to embark on a deeply personal journey, one that grows richer with the addition of their own imagination. Rather than relying on a linear narrative, Fantasia pairs classical music with stunning, abstract imagery to create a concert of sights and sounds. Each segment feels like an invitation to dream, to interpret, and to connect with the art on your own terms. It’s a reminder that movies don’t always need stories—they can simply be an avenue for wonder. Fantasia is more than a film; it’s a masterpiece of creative synergy. Whether you’re a music lover, an animation enthusiast, or simply someone looking for something profoundly unique, it’s a journey worth taking.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/10/24

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Tom F

This has aged better than most other early Disney films, aside from the occasional slant-eyed mushroom.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/03/24

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Elijah R

Fantasia is one of the greatest animated works ever made. Alongside being the first film to ever use multitrack stereo sound, Fantasia is a wonderful and powerful piece of art that skillfully combines classical music and the hand-drawn animation Disney is now famous for.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/29/24

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Ryland C

My favorite Disney movie ever! Not only is the music and animation style great, but it also has pure, movie, Disney magic! Making Fantasia in my top 10 favorite movies of all time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/12/24

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Alec B

"Fantasia," released in 1940, remains a breathtaking masterpiece that transcends time with its innovative blend of animation and classical music. Directed by Walt Disney, this visionary film takes audiences on a captivating journey through a series of animated vignettes set to classical compositions, ranging from the whimsical to the profound. From the enchanting sequence of Mickey Mouse as the Sorcerer's Apprentice to the portrayal of mythical creatures in "Night on Bald Mountain," each segment showcases the stunning artistry and technical prowess of Disney's animators. With its groundbreaking use of synchronized sound and imagery, "Fantasia" continues to inspire and enthrall audiences.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/02/24

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James Algar

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Samuel Armstrong

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Ford Beebe

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Norman Ferguson

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Jim Handley

Director

T. Hee

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Synopsis

Released in 1940, represented Disney's boldest experiment to date. Bringing to life his vision of blending animated imagery with classical music. What had begun as a vehicle to enhance Mickey Mouse's career blossomed into a full-blown feature that remains unique in the history of animation.

Director: James Algar, Samuel Armstrong, Ford Beebe, Norman Ferguson, Jim Handley, T. Hee, Wilfred Jackson, Hamilton Luske, Bill Roberts, Paul Satterfield
Producer: Walt Disney
Screenwriter: Joe Grant, Dick Huemer, Lee Blair, Elmer Plummer, Phil Dike, Sylvia Moberly-Holland, Norman Wright
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Walt Disney Productions
Rating: G
Genre: Kids & Family, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 13, 1940, Limited
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Oct 5, 1990
Release Date (Streaming): May 5, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $24.8M
Runtime: 2h 0m
Sound Mix: Surround, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Fantasound, Dolby Stereo, Mono
Aspect Ratio: Academy (1.33:1)

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