≡Sleeping Beauty and Its Production
The classic Sleeping Beauty (1959) is one of the most ambitious animated films ever produced by Disney
With a high level of detail, the film took almost a decade to complete. Production began in 1951, but only hit theaters in 1959, becoming the studio's most expensive animated film to date.
In addition to its long development period, the film marked the end of an era: it was the last Disney princess animated film to be drawn entirely by hand until the release of The Little Mermaid (1989), three decades later. Its visual style also stood out among the studio's classics. Inspired by medieval and gothic paintings, artist Eyvind Earle created a unique design, with detailed settings and angular lines, setting it apart from other productions.
Even after decades, Sleeping Beauty remains a milestone in animation, with its refined aesthetic and timeless story that has enchanted generations.
