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I'm so overwhelmed with emotions as I write this review just after watching this short. What a beautiful way to pay to tribute to Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney in general. Seeing all the characters from Snow White to Asha holding hands and singing together, interacting with one another and by the time the short ends I was moved to tears. Every frame contains Nostalgia and all those beautiful memories we had watching these beloved characters on screen. The fact that most of the original voice actors came back to record their respective lines is so amazing. It's just one BIG happy family which makes everyone smile and create sweet memories that are going to be cherished forever. Thank you so much Walt Disney for such a precious gift.

That's all I have to say about Once Upon a Studio. This is not just a short but nostalgia and emotions all coming together to create a beautiful 9 minutes tribute. If you're a Disney fan then you'll definitely cry watching it.

This short exceeded my expectations! It was truly a love letter to Disney's animated films! Seeing so many characters interact, both old and new, was a treat! Hearing some of these characters' original voice actors/actresses reprise their roles was also very enjoyable! Two moments in particular made this short way more emotional than I thought it would be, but I won't give it away. I will say that by the end of the short, I was left in tears. This short also proves that Disney can still pull off 2D animation, and I really wish they'd start making 2D animated movies again.

For any Disney lover, this is a must watch!

It was a great short. Left me teary eyed especially after the nod to Walt.

To have all the characters together both 2d and 3d is incredible.

I also liked how they reused dialogue from the films but mixed it with new ones.

The fact that those who are still with us came back to voice their characters for like a couple of seconds or more of dialogue is phenomenal.

I was surprised and glad to see characters from Disney's flops like treasure planet and Atlantis.

There's much to love and it's filled with nostalgia.

Thank you Disney for finally giving the audience something it wants and didn't know it wanted it.

I loved everything about it, it's a very magical experience.

In honor of the Walt Disney Company officially turning 100 years old this month, filmmakers Dan Abraham and Trent Correy have put together an incredible tribute piece called Once Upon a Studio. Set entirely within the actual Walt Disney Animation Studios, the short focuses on nearly all of the iconic animated characters from the company's history coming together for an annual group photo. What sounds like a typical nostalgia based gimmick disguised as an anniversary present is actually more heartfelt and earnest than one might assume, as this short is a true love letter to the company's legacy.

As this short brings together an endless amount of characters from the company's history, both hand-drawn and computer animated, the amount of dedication the crew put into bringing these iconic characters together is nothing short of spectacular. Many fans of the studio's lineup will be thrilled to see at least one of their favorites from all 62 feature films produced there, let alone the likes of Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy. In addition, many returning cast members from the features today are included, along with appropriately mixed archival recordings and newer cast members to voice older characters. But of course, the inclusion of both animation veterans and the new generation of artists at the studio are what make the short work so well, including the work of 2D animation trainees like Austin Traylor and Tyler Pacana. With the likes of legends like Eric Goldberg, James Baxter, Ruben Aquino, Tony Bancroft, Nik Ranieri, and Will Finn returning, the immense amount of craftsmanship and admiration shown on display can not be overstated enough thanks to these legends.

But in regards to why this short works so well as an anniversary present, it taking place at the Roy E. Disney Animation Building is not as heartfelt as the inclusion of Walt himself. It's easy to be critical of the intensely complicated history behind the company's run, but one must not forget how the studio started off as just two midwestern brothers going out to California to pursue their dreams in the motion picture business. To this day, it's hard to think of another animation studio that has lasted as long as the company itself, especially when it paved its own way for live-action filmmaking, theme parks, merchandising and so much more. The inclusion of veteran Disney composer David Metzger's score adds to the magic so well, not to mention this being the final film featuring Disney story artist Burny Mattinson, one of the few people to stay at the studio since uncle Walt's time there. There's something almost chilling to see Mickey and the gang come together for such a big hurrah, and having them perform the company's national anthem should remind us all that faith steps in and sees you through.

100 years going on strong, the Disney company could not have picked a better anniversary gift than Once Upon a Studio. With the short now being available on Disney+ following its exclusive premiere on ABC, everyone and their mother should absolutely see this short, regardless if you're a Disney fan or not. There's a reason the studio has continued to inspire generations and generations since its inception, and that answer can be found through reminiscing the timeless characters and features that we've appreciated forever. Thank you Disney for the magic that has influenced us for the better.

Growing up back in the 90's, I've been very fond of Disney especially in terms of animation. Many of their films I consider to be good/great (The Lion King being one of them considering it was during my childhood) even if some aren't quite my favorites. But when I heard that the studio was releasing an 100 anniversary short, I became very happy and watched it on Disney+ today. To my surprise, it filled me with complete nostalgia.

Not only was it hilarious and cute, but it's also a great loving tribute to the studio and Walt Disney himself. The way it blends both 2D hand drawn and 3D CG animation, it's reuse of old archive dialogue while creating new ones, the way it incorporates other characters from other Disney films (including the ones from particular flops like The Black Cauldron), and the new rendition of When You Wish Upon A Star that's sung very well.

Overall, this will go down as one of my favorite shorts in Disney history. If you love Disney animation certainly check this one out and you'll have the same nostalgia as I did.