Author J.B. Kaufman Interview ("Pinocchio: The Making of the Disney Epic")

For years author J.B. Kaufman has covered many aspects of Disney history, particularly during the era featuring Walt’s earliest projects, with his books on Silly Symphonies, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and the feature that is the center of this discussion. Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, Walt Disney’s masterpiece Pinocchio has dazzled animation connoisseurs with its brilliant storytelling, visual artistry, charming characters, and unforgettable music. J.B. chronicled the making of this movie in his 2015 title Pinocchio: The Making of the Disney Epic. J.B. joins Brett Nachman on Notably Disney to talk about the development of this beautiful book, his interest in Pinocchio as a topic, and the impact of this animated treasure. 

Learn more about J.B. on his website: jbkaufman.com. And be sure to check out many of his books while you're on the site. 

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