When you're curious, you find lots of interesting things to do.
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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.
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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