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We have created characters and animated them in the dimension of depth, revealing through them to our perturbed world that the things we have in common far outnumber and outweigh those that divide us.
Walt Disney
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the power of storytelling and character creation to highlight commonalities among people.

Walt Disney suggests that through the art of animation and character creation, we can explore and reveal the shared experiences and values that connect humanity, overshadowing the divisions that often cause discord. By focusing on what unites us rather than what separates us, animation can serve as a powerful medium for fostering understanding and empathy in our complex world.

Themes

AnimationUnityStorytellingCommonalitiesHumanity

In practice

Example use cases

In a presentation about the power of stories in bridging cultural gaps.

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