WWTD 060 - Bambi: Super Ghost Dad

Despite being a relatively young form of art and entertainment, movies still have changed quite a bit over the years, and Disney films are no exception. The classics of yesterday may have a little struggle standing up on their spindly little deer legs in comparison to more modern efforts. This week on We Want The D, we're looking at a perfect example of this with BAMBI. It may share some common story traits with another, more recent, Disney classic about a young animal prince who learns harsh lessons about growing up in the wilderness of their own kingdom, but not much beyond that loose description is even comparable. Bambi is one of those movies where it's probably more interesting to talk about how it was made; with incredible animation led by an immigrant art director, or Walt himself being compared to the villainous man who stalks the cuddly forest creatures; than it is to talk about the story which contains maybe a dozen beats, many of which just involve changes in the weather. Vicky, Nolan and Jill may have a healthy respect for the classics, but that doesn't mean they get a free pass when given the We Want The D treatment.