The Nine Old Men: Lessons, Techniques, and Inspiration from Disney's Great Animators

Wolfgang Reitherman

When Walt Disney died in December of 1966, the world wondered what might happen to his animated film productions without Disney’s leadership. The animators and other key personnel were concerned as well. Because of Walt’s unexpected passing, the company was ill-prepared for a traumatic situation like this one. There were those in top management who thought the animation department should be shut down, after all the studio by then had amassed a large number of animated classics that could still generate income through rereleases. ...