On this day in 2009, the documentary ‘Waking Sleeping Beauty’ was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival. Director Don Hahn chronicled Walt Disney Feature Animation during the Disney Renaissance of the 1980s and early ‘90s. Leadership changes brought both energy and controversy, ultimately leading to a period of incredible achievement and success. Made up of archival footage, the documentary gives first-person snapshots from the time. [15 years ago in 2024]

Waking Sleeping Beauty | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 15, 2009
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