Making Disney Magic with Ron Clements | D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 4K

Step onto the Walt Disney Archives stage at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event for a historic panel featuring legendary animation director Ron Clements! Hosted by film historian Leonard Maltin, this special presentation takes fans behind the scenes of a 45-year Disney animation career and provides an exclusive look at Ron's new book, Making Disney Magic: From a Mermaid to Moana. Throughout the panel, Ron is joined by an unbelievable lineup of Disney royalty and voice icons to celebrate the stories, artistry, and legacy behind some of the greatest animated films of all time: - Jodi Benson (Ariel in The Little Mermaid) shares memories from the original recording sessions with Howard Ashman and Alan Menken. - Eric Goldberg (Supervising Animator for the Genie) details the creation of Aladdin and working alongside Robin Williams. - Susan Egan (Megara in Hercules) breaks down her audition, classic 1930s screwball comedy influences, and recording "I Won't Say (I'm in Love)". - Roy Conli (Oscar-winning Producer) reflects on the groundbreaking hybrid hand-drawn and CG animation of Treasure Planet. - Jim Cummings (Voice of Ray) and Mark Henn (Supervising Animator) explore bringing the magic and music of The Princess and the Frog to life. - Auliʻi Cravalho (Moana) looks back on her life-changing audition process and portraying Disney's oceanic heroine. - Anika Noni Rose (Tiana) discusses the profound impact of playing Disney's first Black princess and her personal additions to the character! Capturing these extraordinary moments, animation history panels, and exclusive Disney fan events is at the core of what we love to do. Bringing you front-row coverage of these legendary milestones is our favorite way to share the magic! Which classic Ron Clements Disney film is your absolute favorite? Let us know in the comments below! 👇✨ Video Highlights 🕒 0:00 – Panel Intro & Host Leonard Maltin Welcome 3:30 – Ron Clements Takes the Stage & Career Overview 10:10 – Pitching The Great Mouse Detective & "The Gong Show"