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Destino: A cartoon short by Disney, and Dali

In 1946, artist Salvador Dali and Walt Disney became collaborators, and set to work on a short film called Destino. The project was abandoned with less than 20 seconds of film shot, but six decades later Disney artists completed the film using Dali's original storyboards. The result is easily the strangest thing to come out of the Disney studios since... Well, probably ever.
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Disney & Dali Brings You Destino

Salvador Dali and Walt Disney collaborated in 1946 on the short, Destino. Disney freaked about the animation and didn't release it. It was restored in 2003 but isn't available on DVD yet.

Disney's hags promote ageism

Apparently, Walt Disney's classic cartoons are influencing children's views of the elderly in a negative way, with wicked witches and Cruella de Vil.

Salvador Dali, scientist

Salvador Dali carved out a reputation that was arguably as eclectic as his paintings: eccentric, exhibitionist, genius, showman, author, agent provocateur and – oh yes – the most successful surrealist painter in history.
But The Dali Dimension: Decoding the Mind of a Genius (2004) brings into focus another appellation befitting the Catalan master: man of science.

The page, unfortunately, shows but a fraction of the 75-minute video. Scroll down to the (self-important) quote from J.D. Watson. And definitely click to read the second page.

Disney plans huge bowling alley

Resort's 100-lane project to be one of largest in U.S.
One of the country's largest bowling alleys will be built at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on the grounds of Walt Disney World Resort, executives said at a business briefing Wednesday.

"Susie - The Little Blue Coupe"

1952 Walt Disney Cartoon. Inspiration for Pixar's "Cars"

Happy Birthday, Walt Disney: 10 Fun Facts

So, you think you know Walt Disney. But did you know that "Disney" wasn't his family's ancestral surname? That he drove an ambulance? To celebrate the 107th anniversary of his birthday, here are Neatorama's 10 Fun Facts About Walt Disney.

The 9 Most Racist Disney Characters

These old Disney movies are a little bit like your aging Uncle Frank. Honestly, he means well when he points out that Will Smith is "well-spoken."

Legendary Disney animator dies at 95

Ollie Johnston, the last of the "Nine Old Men" who animated "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Fantasia," "Bambi" and other classic Walt Disney films, died Monday.

The Chinese Learning English the Disney Way

Mickey Mouse has a new job in China: teaching kids how to speak English at new schools owned by Walt Disney Co. popping up in this bustling city.

Sal Dali on "Whats My Line"...Awesomeness

This ten minute clip is drawn from the famous 1950s game show, and it's quite surreal. I don't use the word surreal loosely: the special guest is Salvador Dali.
(inspired by

http://www.plime.com/arts/l/34507/1/)

Casey at the Bat

Classic 1946 Disney cartoon adapted from the famous American poem by Ernest Thayer.

Disney Offers Princess Gowns to Brides

The Walt Disney Co. has teamed with bridal designer Kirstie Kelly to create a collection of gowns inspired by the favorite Disney princess characters, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, Ariel from "The Little Mermaid," Belle from "Beauty and The Beast" and Jasmine from "Aladdin."

Robert Zemeckis & Disney to remake Yellow Submarine

Robert Zemeckis is brokering a deal with Disney and Apple Corp. to remake Yellow Submarine with 3D motion capture technology.

Monorails collide at Disney World

No fun, there. A functioning monorail hit a stationary one around 2 AM EDT. One driver was killed, and eight guests were evaluated for injuries.

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What's Disney putting in the water?

Here's another Disney child star causing mischief. The article isn't very detailed, but I was sad seeing this. Shia seems to be one of the Disney kids with actual talent.

Disney offering free birthday tickets

Disney will give free admission throughout 2009 to any of its U.S. parks to anyone who shows up on his/her birthday, giving kids one more excuse to hate their parents who can't afford the plane fare, hotel, meals, souvenirs, etc.

Disney to Ban Smoking in all future movie releases

Now family-friendly juggernaut Disney has become the first major Hollywood studio to back the MPAA ’s anti-smoking decision to help keep cigarettes away from the youth of America. Now family-friendly Disney has become the first major Hollywood studio to back the MPAA’s anti-smoking decision to help keep cigarettes away from the youth of America.

Disney accused by Catholic cleric of corrupting children's minds

A leading Catholic cleric has launched a fierce attack on Disney, claiming it has corrupted children and encouraged greed.

Steve Jobs Puts End To Disney Sequels

Disney ditches direct-to-DVD sequels that Steve Jobs calls 'embarrassing'

Coming Soon For Bridezilla: A Disney Engagement Ring!

Move over Tiffany! After Disney swooped in with precious princess bridal dresses a few years ago, now the house that Mickey built is offering diamond engagement rings inspired by the "Disney princesses," like Cinderella, Snow White, Prince Jasmine, and Belle.