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The Hunchback of Notre Dame: An Underrated Disney Masterpiece (Video Essay and Review)
In this retrospective video essay, I'll be analyzing one of the most stunning and thematically bold adaptations that Disney Animation Studios ever attempted. Specifically, I'll be taking a look at its unique approach to the adaptation process, as well as its interesting relationship with the Victor Hugo classic that inspired it. I try to look at this classic with fresh eyes, renewing and rekindling my passion for animation innovation in the process! I hope you all enjoy it!
This is the first part of a two part series on the Hunchback of Notre Dame. My desire is to pay tribute to what I consider a incredibly underrated film and to give it the time and attention it deserves...hence why it will be my longest video essay yet, even after splitting it into two parts!
The next part will take a closer look at the innovation and artistry involved in the making of the film! As always, thank you so much for watching!
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All music used in this video is from the UA-cam Free Music Library.
Research Sources:
-Notre Dame De Paris 1482 by Victor Hugo
-The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo - English Translation (translated by Isabel F Hapgood)
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney Film, 1996)
-The Making of the Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney Behind-the-Scenes Documentary, 1996)
-The Art of the Hunchback of Notre Dame by Stephen Rebello (Book, 1996)
-Producer/Director Audio Commentary for The Huckaback of Notre Dame (DVD/Blu-Ray Bonus)
All imagery used to make this video (with the exception of written text) either belongs to Disney, is sales-page promotional material (as is the case with sales imagery from modern book covers and toys), or is in the Public Domain within the United States. All non-Public Domain material is used here under the terms of Fair Use.
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Video script written and narrated by me. Video editing done by me.
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1000 Subscribers!?! THANK YOU! (My special message of thanks)
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I am so honoured and humbled to have subscribers like you. I started this UA-cam channel as a hobby, and I never thought that anyone outside of my family or friends would watch my videos...let alone 1,000 other people! I never thought in a million years that I would EVER reach this many subscribers. I am SO thankful for each and every one of you. I am especially indebted to those of you who fou...
The Surprising Endurance of The Rocketeer: A Cult Classic Retrospective (Video Essay/Review)
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What do The Rocketeer, Captain America, and Indiana Jones have in common? Probably more than you think! In this video we attempt to uncover why The Rocketeer has become such an endearing cult-classic, where its inspiration comes from, how the concept of retrofuturism impacted its enduring popularity, and how it has unexpectedly influenced cinema to this very day...over 30 years after its initia...
The Burden of Balance - Star Wars and the Responsibility of Science Fiction/Fantasy (Video Essay)
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The original Star Wars film was a masterpiece and redefined the way that movies were made. As a result, the series it began has become one of the most influential franchises in cinema history. As such, it holds a unique place in the pantheon of genre films…and gives us a unique perspective on both science fiction and fantasy. In this retrospective review, we explore what the Star Wars franchise...
Mickey's Christmas Carol: A Magical Disney Short! (Holiday Special/Short Video Essay/ Retrospective)
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This is my first ever Christmas Special on the channel! It's a short video for a short film! This holiday treat is a heartwarming message of motivation provided through the lens of a Disney Christmas favorite; Mickey's Christmas Carol! Let Ebenezer Scrooge (McDuck) be our guide to Christmas Magic! Sorry, my voice was all messed up. I was sick during recording... Merry Christmas and Happy Holida...
An Unappreciated Disney Classic - Robin Hood (Video Essay)
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This is one of those animated classics that doesn't seem to get enough love...so today I wanted to do just that! Let's analyze this film and try to understand why it is so beloved and successful despite its initial critical reception. What makes it defy the odds? It just seems right to kick off Season 3 of The Masterpiece Series with another nostalgic film from animation history! An overdue rev...
The Unexpected Magic of Disney's Alice in Wonderland (Video Essay)
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Let's take a trip down the rabbit hole together and look at Disney's Alice in Wonderland! In this video essay we try to wrap our minds around why it remains such a pop-culture icon, even 7 decades after its initial release! Happy 70th Anniversary Alice! Beauty and the Beast Video: ua-cam.com/video/E8aWlxLZKY0/v-deo.html Treasure Planet Video: ua-cam.com/video/E5JalWUAPK8/v-deo.html Sleeping Bea...
Why Pixar's Up is a Masterpiece! (Video Essay-Disney Movie Masterpiece Series)
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There is a reason why Up was the second animated film in history (The first was Beauty and the Beast) to be nominated for “Best Picture” at the Academy awards. It is a masterpiece with an incredible story and a heartfelt message. Not only is it an amazing example of Pixar’s skill in story structure, but it is also my personal favorite Pixar film. In this video, I attempt to explain why I love t...
Pirates of the Caribbean vs Indiana Jones: Masterpieces of Adventure (Video Essay)
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A review of two amazing movies in a genre that is largely underrated for its clever writing and storytelling. Both Raiders of the Lost Ark and Curse of the Black Pearl contain excellent cinematography, pacing, plot structuring, and direction, but in this video, I wanted to analyze these a little deeper to find out why, so that we can learn from it and tell better stories in the future.
Why Pixar's Inside Out is a Masterpiece! (Disney Pixar Review/Video Essay)
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Starting with a story of my own perosnal experience watching Inside Out, and then branching into the journey of the filmmakers discovering what really mattered in the film to them, I attempt to adress my complicated and deep feelings for this emotionally resonant film. This one is a weird one. It ended up being much more of a love-letter to how this movie impacted me, rather than the analysis t...
The Philosophy of Tron Legacy and Why it's Good: Defending Disney (Video Essay/Review)
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I take a deeper look into the philosophical storytelling concepts found in this highly underrated film and explore what could be useful for sequels or new films going forward. Perhaps there is a good defense for Tron Legacy and its future...
The Surprising Maturity of Toy Story: A Disney Pixar Masterpiece (Video Essay)
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I attempt to explore the main theme of this beloved franchise and why I believe it is an unparalleled masterpiece. Watch Season 2 of The Masterpiece Series Here: ua-cam.com/video/_2sh1QWFvWI/v-deo.html Watch the early and experimental offerings of Season 1 Here: ua-cam.com/video/HMVGnFgbL5E/v-deo.html
The Grown-Up Innocence of Winnie the Pooh: Revisiting a Disney Classic Masterpiece as an Adult
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I explain why, even as an adult, I still love The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. This Season 2 premiere of the Masterpiece Series is a heartfelt retrospective on this animated film. It's about what it means to grow-up, adulthood, and my general outlook on life. This one was probably the most nostalgic video I've ever made. A video essay from the heart, if you will.
Make Mine Magic: The Disney Masterpiece Series Fan Edit (Season 2 Video Essay Trailer/tribute)
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it's the official 1-year anniversary of The Masterpiece Series, and I cannot believe how much has happened since then! Seriously, I've learned so much and grown so much in my editing. I have so much more to learn, but I can't wait to get started!
Disney Podcast Ep. 1 Why Frozen 2 is BETTER than Frozen, Disneyland Secrets/Memories (Feat. Charis)
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In our first Disney Podcast, we discuss how I make UA-cam videos, Disneyland secrets, nerd out over Newsies, and discuss why we think Frozen 2 is better than the first one!
How to create lightning in animation! (Disney special effects breakdown: old-school technique)
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How to create lightning in animation! (Disney special effects breakdown: old-school technique)
Why Beauty and the Beast is a Disney Masterpiece (Video Essay)
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Why Beauty and the Beast is a Disney Masterpiece (Video Essay)
The Flawed Beauty of Treasure Planet: An Animated Disney Masterpiece (Video Essay)
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The Flawed Beauty of Treasure Planet: An Animated Disney Masterpiece (Video Essay)
The Art of Sleeping Beauty: The Making of a Disney Masterpiece
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The Art of Sleeping Beauty: The Making of a Disney Masterpiece
Treasure Planet Fan Trailer/Tribute
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Treasure Planet Fan Trailer/Tribute
Good vs Evil (Why Disney's Sleeping Beauty is a Masterpiece) Video Essay
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Good vs Evil (Why Disney's Sleeping Beauty is a Masterpiece) Video Essay
Top 10 Obscure Disney Park Characters That Fans Can't Get Enough of (Disneyland & Walt Disney World)
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Top 10 Obscure Disney Park Characters That Fans Can't Get Enough of (Disneyland & Walt Disney World)
Childhood Innocence: The History of It's A Small World
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Childhood Innocence: The History of It's A Small World
eras of disney animation-part 2
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eras of disney animation-part 2
The Eras of Disney Animation
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The Eras of Disney Animation
The Strange History of Disneyland's Autopia
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The Strange History of Disneyland's Autopia

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  • @z-Toothlezz-z
    @z-Toothlezz-z 6 днів тому

    Honestly I love the movie was the 1920’s feel with the airship, always loved those huge big machines, I would literally pay millions for the airship from the movie

  • @actionman9451
    @actionman9451 9 днів тому

    Tigger was always my favourite character because he had a heart of gold and was always the first one to step up if one of his friends was in danger or needed rescuing, Kanga was my second favourite because she was like the mother of the group and the voice of reason. The rest of the characters were ok except Rabbit I didn’t like him because it felt like when he wasn’t bossing the others around he was always picking on Tigger or shouting at him making him sad.

  • @ericgeddes3353
    @ericgeddes3353 18 днів тому

    Also I did grow up with this film. Thanks for doing these videos!

  • @ericgeddes3353
    @ericgeddes3353 18 днів тому

    I haven't seen Many Adventures in a long time. I went into Christopher Robin fully expecting to tear up a little at the end. There is one scene where CR says I lost myself and Pooh says something like That's all right I found you. I wept.

  • @ericgeddes3353
    @ericgeddes3353 18 днів тому

    I Love this film!

  • @ericgeddes3353
    @ericgeddes3353 18 днів тому

    I think this is Disney's most mature film as someone with a physical disability I really appreciated how they portrayed Quasimodo. Thanks for this video.

  • @SingingWithMyself-Frozen
    @SingingWithMyself-Frozen 29 днів тому

    This special was my first introduction to the story of A Christmas Carol as a child, and while I've since encountered adaptations that are technically 'better', it will always have a special place in my heart.

  • @DimitriyMykhaylovDisneyFan
    @DimitriyMykhaylovDisneyFan Місяць тому

    Thanks for the Video. Robin Hood (1973) is Definitely Worth-Watching and also one of my Favorite Movies. Besides, I Find that Movie to be Cute.

  • @denfurret-ccontent-7510
    @denfurret-ccontent-7510 Місяць тому

    I'm so glad I found it.. I was wondering if someone made some fan animation about this after watching one video where there was Review of 2 cartoons about Trasure Island (Sovet and Disney one) and I start searching and found this. This cartoon is in my heart forever Good job M8

  • @previousdoctor8362
    @previousdoctor8362 Місяць тому

    I didn't realize Robin Hood wasn't very liked, I recall listening to it on vinyl quite a few times while just laying on the floor.

  • @David.Gonzales.02
    @David.Gonzales.02 2 місяці тому

    Hi buddy. Love the video, love you man

  • @dynomusic4356
    @dynomusic4356 2 місяці тому

    Radical feminism is very radical and I like watching home alone with the church fam

  • @Yellowguy0619
    @Yellowguy0619 2 місяці тому

    Question, what are your thoughts on Oliver and Company? Cause... I recommend looking at the relationship between Fagin and Sykes. It's really interesting and kind of similar to Frollo and Qausimodo's relationship. While it may focus on the animal characters, this movie doesn't hesitate to show the darker parts of New York about poverty, debt, and exploitation. While Sykes may not be as nuanced as Frollo, he is the most realistic villain I've seen that doesn't belong in a Disney film. No song, unique design, campy voice, or wacky personality. Just an unsympathetic loanshark who preys on the weak. While it shows Frollo's crimes onscreen, Sykes's crimes are more... implied. From Sykes's dialogue and screentime, he's a man who manipulates an entire city to believe he's just a businessman who owns a shipyard to repair ships and build them as he specifically targets the poverty into using them for his own pleasure as he neglects, and abuses his two Dobermen to make them become like him.

  • @DiegoMatos-u6u
    @DiegoMatos-u6u 2 місяці тому

    I really love Robin Hood and I think it deserves so much credit than how everyone treats it where the same can’t be said to Ralph Wrecks the Internet for destroying what made the first Wreck it Ralph Movie Perfect!

  • @DiegoMatos-u6u
    @DiegoMatos-u6u 2 місяці тому

    Even Ralph Breaks the Internet wasn’t that good and I’m glad it’s not good because it sucks so bad that I want to wreck its face!

  • @sponge8406
    @sponge8406 2 місяці тому

    This video make me cry thx for making my day better

  • @KierraMarshall-d8c
    @KierraMarshall-d8c 2 місяці тому

    Walt Disney 0:50 ™ =×

  • @barneyerror4561
    @barneyerror4561 3 місяці тому

    i have a question, what do you mean by limited options in a branded studio

  • @okidokicreations1075
    @okidokicreations1075 3 місяці тому

    We love The movie so much that We also made a sculpture inspired from The movie ua-cam.com/video/6wMKtjOwr70/v-deo.htmlsi=Qyd4KqOTFsaxuZ1F

  • @okidokicreations1075
    @okidokicreations1075 3 місяці тому

    I love the movie, in our humble opinion it is a masterpiece of movie making and deserves more respect and atention 🤗🏆🥇👌💐🌺👍👏🥳

  • @lesleyfrolloandhooklover6615
    @lesleyfrolloandhooklover6615 3 місяці тому

    This is my favorite Disney movie and Claude Frollo is my favorite Disney Villain 🖤💜❤️.

  • @ChrisOnStage2
    @ChrisOnStage2 3 місяці тому

    I remember this movie well! As a kid it taught me about "continuity". Keep looking at Prince John's fingers through the movie! The rings on his fingers are constantly disappearing, changing, moving, altering in numbers, or the jewels are doing the same! LOL!!

  • @arnesahlen2704
    @arnesahlen2704 3 місяці тому

    SB considered dated, you say, by MOST modern audiences!? 💥NOT!💥 Do we consider Mozart and Chopin dated for not using synthesizers? Urbane viewers understand historical context.

  • @arielanderic
    @arielanderic 3 місяці тому

    One of the reasons why the Disney Renaissance era is my favorite Disney era is b/c they updated their female protagonists without preaching a political agenda. This is my honest opinion but I think Disney has become way too PC these last 10+ years

  • @28.bachthiminhtam53
    @28.bachthiminhtam53 4 місяці тому

    Best Disney Princess Movie, Facts And No One Can Change My Mind

  • @bansheebabyy
    @bansheebabyy 4 місяці тому

    poor bill

  • @Abhyuday_pande69
    @Abhyuday_pande69 4 місяці тому

    Amazing editing ❤

  • @samf.s.7731
    @samf.s.7731 4 місяці тому

    People keep forgetting also that this movie, and beauty and the beast, are the reason why Shrek exists.

  • @xxangie_x2538
    @xxangie_x2538 4 місяці тому

    I love Walt Disney’s Alice in Wonderland and the The original books with all of my heart but I do wonder what it would be like if it were closer to the book like adding characters such as The Duchess, The Cook, The mock turtle, The Griffin, etc or heck even adding characters from through the looking glass

  • @willmcallister6584
    @willmcallister6584 4 місяці тому

    I love this movie, and my heart aches for a sequel.

  • @fart_restoration
    @fart_restoration 5 місяців тому

    This movie is stunning visually

  • @finterplayzgames
    @finterplayzgames 5 місяців тому

    This movie Is a prime example of how Disney used to be they need to make stories with a similar basis. Robin Hood told in this format was amazing.

  • @rebeccaschneider5223
    @rebeccaschneider5223 5 місяців тому

    I need to correct you. The novel centres not around Esmeralda, it centres around the Building. Really. The original novel has in French the title Notre Dame de Paris. The Name of the Cathedral

  • @captainhowlerwilson508
    @captainhowlerwilson508 5 місяців тому

    I appreciate your analysis, even though I don’t consider it a masterpiece. It is masterful in animation, but I don’t see that same level of mastery in storytelling. The Fairy Godmothers felt more like the real main characters fighting Maleficent who is a great villain. I just find both Aurora and Prince Phillip to be incredibly boring characters who don’t drive the narrative forward all that much. They also barely have any lines of dialogue. Those production problems I think still hamper this film somewhat. I still think it is really good, but I think it could have been better, especially with the supposed lead characters in the prince and the princess.

  • @Harleychamp8
    @Harleychamp8 6 місяців тому

    The best thing is that the bard is voiced by the great country singer Rodger Miller really giving it that western feeling.

    • @lara1208-b1p
      @lara1208-b1p 5 місяців тому

      my favorite part, too. All the music is so good.

  • @fosterduncan7
    @fosterduncan7 6 місяців тому

    I don’t understand why people think it lacked a plot.

  • @fosterduncan7
    @fosterduncan7 6 місяців тому

    The problem is is that people get fairy tales and sci-fi confused. This movie was more of a fairy tale. Fairytales gives you the ability to portray stories with deeper and true meaning in a more freer, and non-serious way. On the flipside sci-fi, while it has more realistic laws fails to portray deeper truths in the story. Star Trek is sci-fi Star Wars is a fairytale

  • @RichardDawson-sz4bz
    @RichardDawson-sz4bz 6 місяців тому

    You do the "masterpiece" justice with your own masterful commentary. Bravo!

  • @benjaminjoseph3928
    @benjaminjoseph3928 6 місяців тому

    It's bigger than just a movie it's a life circle so emotional 😢

  • @captainhowlerwilson508
    @captainhowlerwilson508 6 місяців тому

    Before, they tried to adapt a real life story with Pocahontas and it ended up feeling hollow because they didn't take the history seriously enough. Then with this movie, they took a classic novel of the same name, which was a very dark story, and made the film as dark as they could for kids and parents to handle, keeping the film respectful to the book despite the mariad of changes that would come with entertaining children.

  • @Alex-ng6hc
    @Alex-ng6hc 7 місяців тому

    This is my absolute favourite Disney film ever, one of my favourite films period. I love Victor Hugo's novel, but I also love what they did with the Disney film. Even though it captures the themes and tone of the book, it's still a family-friendly film because it has adult appeal, but doesn't have any scenes that are violently graphic or sexually explicit, and, unless you count hell as a swear word, no strong language. I will also defend the gargoyles to the death. Having humour and lighter moments blended with a serious tone, and dark themes can work because it can create a sense of hope and feeling of goodness amongst dark and depressing times. They're present to remind Quasimodo that he's human and encourage him to be good, contrary to Frollo raising him to believe that he's a monster

  • @philippest-hilaire1105
    @philippest-hilaire1105 7 місяців тому

    Masterpiece Movie ! thanks for sharing !

  • @naanyaar12
    @naanyaar12 7 місяців тому

    One of my most emotional moments.. am middle aged, married late, lost the relationships in a wink and now going through life back in my lonely way.. with a permanent emotional scar added to my already complex life i had before i got married.. this movie and the life that Carl and Ellie led.. is something of an aspiration for me.. thanks for the makers.. i guess i ll grow old with this visualisation of a dream i had for my life..

  • @naanyaar12
    @naanyaar12 7 місяців тому

    This was poignant

  • @benbob4038
    @benbob4038 7 місяців тому

    They should’ve released it under the touchstone pictures banner

  • @Krillinish2
    @Krillinish2 8 місяців тому

    Just rewatched the first Inside Out in preparation for the sequel today. Also on an Inside Out analysis rabbit hole on UA-cam.

  • @winterwightlaw6106
    @winterwightlaw6106 8 місяців тому

    Subscribing in the hope you'll continue, already learned something novel from this vid👍

    • @disneymagicfanatic
      @disneymagicfanatic 7 місяців тому

      Thank you! I am very grateful for the sub! I hope to have something new up relatively soon. :)

  • @brandonlance4life
    @brandonlance4life 8 місяців тому

    understand that underrated is such a bad like word for this movie; as a kid This was the best in my opinion or 1 of the best like films movies i had ever seen actually and now as i am older I want to buy it to keep it forever

  • @kennethrohloff7535
    @kennethrohloff7535 8 місяців тому

    Good video

  • @paullebon323
    @paullebon323 8 місяців тому

    This guy has been rambling for 10 minutes and hasn't explained anything about this movie.

    • @dynomusic4356
      @dynomusic4356 2 місяці тому

      He explained almost the entire movie

    • @paullebon323
      @paullebon323 2 місяці тому

      @dynomusic4356 He explained nothing. Clearly you've seen the film in question. That's why his garrulous meandering makes sense to you.

    • @dynomusic4356
      @dynomusic4356 2 місяці тому

      @@paullebon323 okay well, he was pointing out all of the little details and parallels that the movie has in it and some of the things the director was trying to teach the audience. That’s called explaining the movie. Perhaps you mean he didn’t explain something more than the main themes, like a theory about the movie.