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Walt Disney's animated musical film Fantasia is first released at New York's Broadway Theatre, on the first night of a roadshow.
Walt Disney's experimental animated film Fantasia premieres in New York, blending classical music with groundbreaking animation.
On the evening of 13 November 1940, Walt Disney debuted 'Fantasia' at Broadway Theatre in New York City as part of a special roadshow engagement.
The film featured a series of animated segments set to classical compositions by Bach, Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and others.
Innovations such as Fantasound, an early stereo sound system, created an immersive audiovisual experience for audiences.
Despite mixed initial reviews and high production costs, Fantasia pushed the boundaries of animation as a serious art form.
Over time, its imaginative sequences, like the dancing mushrooms and sorcerer's apprentice, achieved cult status.
Fantasia's legacy endures as a landmark in cinematic and musical collaboration.
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