Both a fascinating account of Walt Disney's own significant artistic creations,
from the iconic Mickey Mouse to the groundbreaking Snow White in 1937, and an in
sightful history of the hugely successful entertainment behemoth he created, fro
m Dumbo to Pixar's Toy Story, as well as the hugely popular theme parks. But Dis
ney's dark side is also explored: his disputed parentage; industrial disputes; h
is work for the FBI; and his anti-Communist and allegedly racist and antisemitic
views. The company Disney built is today stronger than ever, encompassing not o
nly the ongoing legacy of Disney animation, but also acting as the guardian of o
ther well-loved creative endeavours, such as Pixar, The Muppets, Marvel Comics a
nd now Star Wars.
