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THE DRIVE-IN. Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer.

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                            Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer. In the chilly air of the North Pole, amidst the flurry of snowflakes  and the twinkling of stars, there exists a timeless tale that warms  the hearts of young and old alike. It's the story of Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer,  whose journey from outcast to hero embodies the enduring themes of resilience,  acceptance, and the power of being true to oneself. The Outcast:  Rudolph's story begins with his distinct feature: a  glowing red nose that set him apart from his peers. In a world where conformity  often reigns supreme, Rudolph's difference became a source of ridicule and  exclusion. Reindeer games, typically filled with joy and camaraderie, turned  into moments of isolation and loneliness for Rudolph. Despite his kind heart  and earnest desire to fit in, his luminous nose became a barrier to acceptance. The...

THE DRIVE-IN. Disney's Nine Old Men.

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                             Disney's Nine Old Men. In the enchanting realm of animation, where dreams come to life with every stroke of a pencil and every frame of film, there exists a pantheon of creators whose names resonate through the ages. Among them stand the revered figures known as Disney's Nine Old Men, a group whose collective genius shaped the very essence of animation as we know it today. Walt Disney himself bestowed the title "Nine Old Men" upon these esteemed artists, inspired by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt's term for the nine justices of the Supreme Court. Together, they formed the backbone of Disney animation, defining its golden age and setting the standard for generations to come. Les Clark :  The First of the Nine Old Men, Les Clark was a master of character animation. He played a pivotal role in bringing to life beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck,...

THE DRIVE-IN. Rankin/Bass Animated Entertainment.

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                                                THE DRIVE-IN                         Rankin/Bass Animated Entertainment                                                                                Arthur  Rankin Jr.                                                                       Jules Bass                                         ...