Walt Before Mickey (2015)

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Based on the book "Walt Before Mickey" covers the early years of Walt Disney's career. The legendary Walt Disney had a tumultuous childhood, yet he was determined to overcome obstacles in his path, before the creation of his first iconic character: Mickey Mouse.

Overview of "Walt Before Mickey"
"Walt Before Mickey" is a 2015 biographical drama movie directed by Khoa Le, based on Timothy Susanin's book "Walt Before Mickey: Disney's Early Years, 1919-1928". The film stars Thomas Ian Nicholas as Walt Disney and explores the lesser-known early years of Disney's career before the creation of his iconic character, Mickey Mouse. It postpones with his various service endeavors, has a hard time, and the ultimate founding of the Disney Brothers Studio with his brother Roy O. Disney, portrayed by Jon Heder.

Walt Disney's Early Aspirations and Challenges
The film starts with Walt Disney's early life, showing his passion for drawing and his imagine being an animator. Regardless of the absence of support from his dad, Disney is determined to pursue a profession in art. The early scenes get audiences' interest by depicting the eagerness with which Disney immerses himself in the world of animation, underscoring his commitment and innovative spirit.

Walt moves to Kansas City and begins his very first venture, Laugh-O-Gram Studio. Despite preliminary success, business eventually fails due to monetary mismanagement and insolvency. The failure is a substantial turning point for Walt, who learns from his errors and remains durable in the face of adversity. The studio's bankruptcy also presents a recurring style in the film: Disney's determination and belief in his vision, even when others question its feasibility.

Development of Disney Brothers Studio
Following the loss of Laugh-O-Gram, Walt chooses to relocate to Hollywood with a renewed sense of purpose. He convinces his brother Roy, who had been recovering from tuberculosis, to sign up with forces with him. Together, they develop the Disney Brothers Studio. This brand-new endeavor marks the start of Disney's climb in the animation market. Roy's careful nature matches Walt's creativity and risk-taking mindset. Their partnership is depicted as a blend of ambition and practicality, ultimately causing a more successful business model.

The film touches on Walt's relationships and motivations, consisting of the value of his relationship with Ub Iwerks, a skilled animator who ends up being critical in the company's development. The bond in between Disney and Iwerks lays the structure of what is to end up being the Disney animation legacy.

Battles and the Birth of Mickey Mouse
In spite of the structure of the brand-new studio, Disney's path is stuffed with failures and frustrations. He deals with numerous problems, consisting of the loss of ownership of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, a character initially created for Universal Pictures. This loss teaches Disney the significance of keeping control over his creations.

The development of Mickey Mouse is depicted as a turning point in Disney's career. It's an action to the earlier problems, signifying Disney's innovative spirit and his rejection to be discouraged by challenges. Mickey becomes a huge success, effectively altering the destiny of the Disney Brothers Studio and releasing it as a major gamer in the entertainment industry.

Conclusion and Legacy
"Walt Before Mickey" concludes on a high note, with the release of "Steamboat Willie", Mickey Mouse's first noise animation, which propels the Disney brand to brand-new heights. The motion picture's closure reviews Walt Disney's amazing journey from a hopeful artist to the pioneer of an animation empire. It stresses the styles of determination, development, and the undying pursuit of one's dreams.

The film uses an inspiring tale that is similarly about the creation of a cultural icon and about the guy behind the magic. It highlights the significance of decision, collaboration, and imagination in getting rid of hardship. "Walt Before Mickey" not just supplies insight into the starts of The Walt Disney Company however also functions as a motivational narrative that motivates audiences to pursue their enthusiasms regardless of obstacles.

Top Cast

  • Thomas Ian Nicholas (small)
    Thomas Ian Nicholas
    Walt Disney
  • Jon Heder (small)
    Jon Heder
    Roy Disney
  • David Henrie (small)
    David Henrie
    Rudy Ising
  • Jodie Sweetin (small)
    Jodie Sweetin
    Charlotte Disney
  • Armando GutiĆ©rrez
    Ub Iwerks
  • Arthur L. Bernstein (small)
    Arthur L. Bernstein
    Frank Newman
  • Ayla Kell (small)
    Ayla Kell
    Bridgit
  • Hunter Gomez
    Hugh Harman
  • Taylor Gray (small)
    Taylor Gray
    Friz Freleng
  • Kate Katzman (small)
    Kate Katzman
    Lillian Disney
  • Flora Bonfanti
    Margaret Winkler