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Snow White and Seven Dwarfs + Introduction (U)

Animation in Love

,Cinema 2
Snow White sits surrounded my woodland animals

Where it all started. See the beloved fairy-tale romance that truly broke new ground in the world of animation and kickstarted Disney’s Golden Age.

Since its release in 1937, Snow White and Seven Dwarfs has enchanted generations of viewers of all ages around the world. By no means a safe bet, this expensive gamble was dubbed 'Walt's Folly' before its blockbuster success set the tone and standard for spectacular, big-screen animation. 

For this first feature-length Disney Classic, the studio turned to the tales of the Brothers Grimm for inspiration. In adaptation, they transformed the story of a young princess fleeing from her evil stepmother and taking refuge in the forest into a lavish, romantic fairy-tale packed with the charismatic characters, singalong showtunes and awe-inspiring animation wizardry that would become Disney's trademark. 

We are pleased to be joined by Dr. Sam Summers for an introduction speaking to the historical significance of this film. 

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Age suggestion: 12+

The introduction from Dr Sam Summers will explore the artistic significance of Snow White within the history of animation, looking at the role of love in the film and its influence on the animated fairy-tale genre.

Dr Sam Summers is an animation theorist and historian who lectures at Middlesex University London. He is also co-host of the Disniversity podcast, which offers a crash course through the history of the legendary Walt Disney Animation Studios catalogue.

Film information
  • Release year   1937
  • Country of origin   USA
  • Director   David Hand, Perce Pearce, William Cottrell, Larry Morey, Wilfred Jackson, Ben Sharpsteen
  • Runtime   1hr 23mins

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Barbican Cinema 1 is located within the main Barbican building on Level -2. Head to Level G and walk towards the Lakeside Terrace where you’ll find stairs and lifts to take you down to the venue floor.   

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