Walt Disney's birthday: From Lion King to Frozen, 5 Disney films that shaped our childhood
Happy birthday to the one and only Walt Disney! To commemorate his birthday, let's take a look at some of the best Disney films that taught us about living life to the fullest while also helping us navigate our adolescents experience.
Walt Disney, an American animator, film producer, voice actor, and entrepreneur, shaped our childhood with his magical creation of Disney in more ways than one. From inspiring us with characters who rose in the face of adversity to comforting us with films that remain etched in our memory, Disney remains an integral part of every kid's childhood. On Walt Disney's birthday today (December 5), let's take a look at the most memorable movies that embody Disney Magic.
The Lion King (1994)
The timeless classic served as a valuable lesson on the cycle of life. With its unforgettable soundtrack and poignant moments, the film continues to fascinate movie lovers even after all these years.
The film follows Simba, a young lion prince, who flees his kingdom after the tragic death of his father. Years later, he returns to claim what rightfully belongs to him.
Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie (2009)
Disney alum Selena Gomez starred as Alex Russo, a teenage wizard living on Waverly Place in the Greenwich Village section of New York City in the enchanting Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie, which offered a unique blend of magic and innocent sibling rivalries.
The Princess Diaries (2001)
Anne Hathaway's Mia Thermopolis transforming from a geek girl to a royal princess in this 2001 film had all of us wishing for something just like this.
The film was rebooted for a second part in 2004 which followed Mia's evolution as a Princess of Genovia. In October, Hathaway confirmed that she will reprise her role as Princess Mia Thermopolis in the third film.
Frozen (2013)
The animated film poignantly deals with the themes of loss and grief, while also serving an important life lesson about how to 'Let it Go'.
The cult classic follows Princess Elsa of Arendelle, who has magical powers of ice and snow. However, she isolates herself after she accidentally injures her younger sister Anna with her magic. Years later, she is forced to force her worst demons after her parents' death.
The second part of the film series was released in 2019 and followed Elsa and Anna's adventure as they uncovered a new truth about their family. The third part of the franchise will be released in 2027.
Inside Out (2015)
The film follows Riley, a happy 11-year-old Midwestern girl; however, her world turns upside-down when she and her parents move to San Francisco. As she undergoes this transformation, her emotions guide her on a journey of self-discovery.
Inside Out 2 was released in 2024 and followed Riley's new life as she navigated her five emotions: Joy, sadness, anger, fear, and disgust.
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