June 10, 2012 – The Pixar Animated Feature Brave Premieres at the Seattle International Film Festival
” I am Merida, firstborn descendant of Clan Dunbroch.”
On June 10, 2012, the Pixar animated feature Brave made its debut at the Seattle International Film Festival, weeks before its general United States release. The film was listed as one of the five special presentations at the festival, along with Diaz, The Last Reef 3D, People Like Us, and Trishna.
June 9, 2005 – The Sherman Brothers are Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
“We are looking forward to another terrific and memorable evening where we spotlight the accomplishments of those who have provided us with the words and music that form the soundtrack of our lives.”
On June 9, 2005, the Sherman Brothers were added as the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The pair was recognized as “incredible children’s film composers” and “one of Disney’s most successful songwriting teams.” Fellow inductees included Steve Cropper, John Fogerty, Isaac Hayes, David Porter, and Bill Withers. The ceremony took place at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.
June 8, 2004 – The Soundtrack for the Disney Channel Original Movie Zenon: Z3 is Released
“You’re out of this world, can’t get any better, we’re gonna last forever, keep your head up, don’t look down.”
On June 8, 2004 the soundtrack for the Disney Channel Original Movie Zenon: Z3 was released through Walt Disney Records. The album featured songs from the fictional artists in the film, including Proto Zoa and Cosmic Blush; it also includes a remix of the hit song from the first movie in the series “Supernova Girl.” The album peaked at number 24 on the top soundtracks Billboard chart.
June 7, 2012 – The Animated Series Tron: Uprising Premieres on Disney X D
“You’re more than just a mechanic, Beck. You surpassed your programming. You stood up for what you believed in, all on your own.”
On June 7, 2012, the animated series Tron: Uprising premiered on Disney X D. Based on the cult classic Tron franchise, the series takes place between the 1982 film Tron and the 2010 film Tron: Legacy. The series aired 19 episodes in its total run, and won two Annie Awards and a Primetime Emmy for its distinct artistic style. The series was developed by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz, and directed by Charlie Bean and Robert Valley. It starred Elijah Wood as Beck, Bruce Boxleitner as Tron, Mandy Moore as Mara, Nate Corddry as Zed, Emmanuelle Chriqui as Paige, Paul Reubens as Pavel, and Lance Henriksen as General Tesler.
The first episode, “The Renegade Pt. 1,” begins with a short overview of the state of the Grid, with a young mechanic named Beck fighting back against Clu in the name of Tron, who is thought to be dead. Tron comes out of hiding to train Beck to be the next Tron, and trains him extensively. Beck is seen training with Tron, although is scared when he comes across a giant chasm, and barely makes it across. Tron has to rescue him from falling, and lectures him on hesitating and having faith in himself. Beck has no faith in himself, however, and wonders if there will be any uprising. On his way back, he is stopped for being in violation of his curfew, and barely manages to sneak back inside, only to find himself part of a group captured and taken to The Games. One of the players blames the Renegade, not knowing that Beck is the Renegade among them. The players are taken to the coliseum, but Beck is certain that they will survive.
Later, at the club, Zed is moping because Mara is getting attention from other programs, but soon gets distracted by new girl Perl. Mara pulls Zed away for a dance, but Zed goes back to Perl when Mara calls him only a friend. Back at the games, Beck watches as his friend is deleted, but can’t afford to lose his focus. The round ends after General Tesler realizes that Beck and his teammate Cutler are too good. Although Beck has lost his confidence again, Cutler bolsters his morale, revealing he fought Clu in the ISO Wars. Cutler came to find the Renegade and fight alongside him. As the two are carried out to the games again, Beck and Cutler manage to break away from the group and make an escape. Meanwhile, Zed takes Perl back to Able’s garage, where she steals Able’s ENCOM 786 lightcycle. Back at the coliseum, Beck and Cutler are caught, and are taken to a lightcycle challenge where they are tethered together. The two make a good team and manage to win the challenge. As the two are taken from the games, but are taken once again to another fight, where they must fight each other to the death.
June 6, 1959 – The Submarine Voyage Attraction Opens in Disneyland
“Secure ship for sea, make all preparations for getting underway.”
On June 6, 1959, the Submarine Voyage opened in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland area. The attraction was part of a major expansion of the park, which also included the Matterhorn Bobsleds and the Monorail. Originally painted grey, the submarines seated 38 guests and took them through a tour of underwater curiosities, including mermaids and the city of Atlantis. The attraction was overhauled in 1980, with the submarines being painted yellow to reflect a focus on scientific research. The attraction closed in 1998, but was revamped and reopened as the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage in 2007.
June 5, 1972 – The Tomorrowland Attraction If You Had Wings Opens in Walt Disney World
“You can widen your world. Eastern: the wings of men.”
On June 5, 1972, the exhibit attraction If You Had Wings opened in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park. Located in Tomorrowland, the attraction was sponsored by Eastern Airlines. It used the Omnimover to escort guests through a series of exhibits featuring destinations where Eastern Airlines flights traveled. Locations included Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the Bahamas. The attraction closed on June 1, 1987, after Eastern Airlines withdrew their sponsorship; the attraction was replaced by Delta Airline’s If You Could Fly.
June 4, 1938 – Walt Receives Honorary Degree from USC
“[for] bringing to youngsters the spirit of innocent childhood, and bringing to oldsters a bit of their second childhood.” – USC President Rufus B. von KleinSmid
On June 4, 1938, to honor Walt Disney’s many artistic achievements, especially after the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the University of Southern California presented him with an honorary master of science degree. This was the first of three honorary degrees Walt would receive, with the second and third coming from Harvard and Yale.
June 3, 2001 – The Disney Animated Feature Atlantis: The Lost Empire Premieres at the El Capitan Theatre
“Disney’s newest animated feature…is a monumental treat as well as a crafty assemblage of mythologies.”
On June 3, 2001, the 41st Disney animated feature Atlantis: The Lost Empire premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California, a week and a half before its general release across the United States. Special guests at the premiere featured members of the cast and crew, including Michael J. Fox, Cree Summer, David Odgen Stiers, producer Don Hahn, and directors Kirk Wise and Gary Trousdale. Other guests included Melissa Joan Hart, Diane Keaton, and Sean Astin. The red carpet began at 1pm, with the screening beginning at 2pm.
June 2, 2010 – Composer and Disney Legend Randy Newman Earns Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
“I love Randy Newman. And not just physically. I love his music. Who could resist a man who looks like a dentist, writes like Voltaire, sings like a frog on heroin – and breaks just like a little girl.” – Actor Eric Idle
On June 2, 2010, Randy Newman was the newest inductee in the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The singer-composer and Disney Legend, well known for his songs such as “I Love L.A.” and “Short People,” as well for his work with Pixar films starting with Toy Story, was honored before the release of Toy Story 3, which was to be released on June 18 featuring a score by Newman. Newman was joined at the ceremony by John Lasseter, and actor and admirer Eric Idle.
June 1, 1924 – The Alice Comedy Alice’s Fishy Story Premieres in Theaters
“Cease…!! We’re on a strike!!”
On June 1, 1924, the Alice Comedy Alice’s Fishy Story was released to theaters. It was the fifth Alice Comedy produced, and starred Virginia Davis as Alice.
The short begins with Alice at the piano, changing the clock to make it look like her piano practice is over so she can go fishing with the boys. Her mother heads outside to tell the gang that Alice can’t go with them, and Alice pouts as she watches from the window. She sneaks out the window to go fishing anyway, after getting her dog to play the piano for her. Alice and her friends head to the fishing hole, and they quickly begin to catch fish – except for Alice. She starts to tell a story about being at the North Pole with Julius, and in her daydream, it’s announced that fishing is no longer possible due to the Arctic being completely frozen. Julius gets an idea and drills a hole into the ice with his tail, then uses it as bait to catch fish. Unbeknownst to Julius, the fish are refusing to be caught, and they trap Julius under the ice. Julius is saved by a fisherman, and explains the situation to Alice. Alice comes up with an idea when she spies an abandoned ship stuck in the snow, and the pair rush to drop tobacco into the water. When the fish come up to spit the tobacco, Julius hits them over the head and pulls them out, ensuring that there will be enough fish for the entire continent. The boys, however, don’t believe her story. Unfortunately for the group, they are fishing where they aren’t allowed, and are chased away from the fishing hole.
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