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A lit Neuschwanstein Castle amid a snow dusted mountainous landscape

A lit Neuschwanstein Castle amid a snow dusted mountainous landscape

Neuschwanstein fairytale castle named UNESCO Heritage Site

The Bavarian castle, which inspired the young Walt Disney, is one of the most popular attractions in Germany.

Film still from 'Snow White': a girl puts in her hand up and looks in awe at the sky.

Film still from 'Snow White': a girl puts in her hand up and looks in awe at the sky.

Disney's 'Snow White' opens after racist and sexist fury

The new live-action version of Disney's 1937 musical fantasy sparked a storm of racist comments during its production.

Afrimaxx — Modern African Lifestyle

A female violinist revolutionizing Taraab music, exotic desserts from Mauritius and African animations for Disney+.

Disney drops arbitration bid in allergy death after backlash

The media giant has withdrawn a controversial attempt to settle a wrongful death case in arbitration.

The Disney+ lawsuit brings into focus mandatory arbitration agreements that app giants have users sign up to

The Disney+ lawsuit brings into focus mandatory arbitration agreements that app giants have users sign up to

Signing up for Disney+ prevents death lawsuit, argues Disney

A woman died following an allergic reaction after eating at an Irish pub in Disney Springs, Florida, last year.

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DW Arts Unveiled (Sendungslogo Composite)

Caspar David Friedrich: Master of mystery

From Walt Disney to computer games, Caspar David Friedrich continues to influence the visual world today.

A young man in a suit poses for photographers against a background showing a pirate ship

A young man in a suit poses for photographers against a background showing a pirate ship

Meet Noah Matthews Matofsky, Disney actor with Down syndrome

Noah Matthews Matofsky made history as the first actor with Down syndrome to play a major role in a Disney film.

Donald Duck and Scrooge McDuck in 'Mickey's Christmas Carol' (1983)

Donald Duck and Scrooge McDuck in 'Mickey's Christmas Carol' (1983)

Donald Duck turns 90

The bumbling and fiery-tempered Donald Fauntleroy Duck made his debut in a short animation film on June 9, 1934.

Jonathan Majors, left, enters a courtroom at the Manhattan criminal courts in New York

Jonathan Majors, left, enters a courtroom at the Manhattan criminal courts in New York

Marvel drops actor Jonathan Majors after assault conviction

Marvel star Jonathan Majors has been convicted of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend.

A slew of big companies are pulling their ad dollars from X over antisemitic content on the platform, X symbol seen here

A slew of big companies are pulling their ad dollars from X over antisemitic content on the platform, X symbol seen here

Apple, Disney, IBM pull ads from X over antisemitic material

Apple and Disney paused their ad campaigns on X after seeing their advertisements run alongside antisemitic material.

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Afrimaxx - Modern African Lifestyle

A female violinist revolutionizing Taraab music, exotic desserts from Mauritius and African animations for Disney+.

Lesego Vorster animates a scene on a computer screen

Lesego Vorster animates a scene on a computer screen

Lesego Vorster: From Soweto to Disney+

The mission of Soweto-born Lesego Vorster has always been to increase the visibility of African stories.

Cartoon characters Minnie and Micky Mouse on stage.

Cartoon characters Minnie and Micky Mouse on stage.

100 years of Disney: Catapulting cartoons to global fame

With $40 in pocket, Walt Disney made his way to Hollywood. 100 years and many films later, he leaves behind a legacy.

Castle Neuschwanstein surrounded by lakes and mountains

Castle Neuschwanstein surrounded by lakes and mountains

Ludwig II: Bavaria's 'fairy-tale king' and his dream castle

August 25 marks the 178th birthday of Bavarian King Ludwig II. He's most famous for his Neuschwanstein Castle.

The trophy of the International Emmy Awards will be raised at the 44th ceremony.

The trophy of the International Emmy Awards will be raised at the 44th ceremony.

Emmy Awards postponed due to Hollywood strikes

The 75th edition of the award ceremony has been pushed back to January 2024.

A still from the Netflix original animation series titled "Supa Team 4," showing four Black women superheroes, ready for action.

A still from the Netflix original animation series titled "Supa Team 4," showing four Black women superheroes, ready for action.

Africa's animation industry goes global on Netflix, Disney

The release of Netflix original "Supa Team 4" is a taste of what's to come from Africa's animation industry.

A still from an animated film showing a dog in rapper style clothing and a man dressed like Don Quichotte.

A still from an animated film showing a dog in rapper style clothing and a man dressed like Don Quichotte.

Annecy Film Festival: What is the future of animation?

"Super Mario" and "Spider Man": Animation films are among the top hits of 2023. But what about the indies?

An mermaid sits underwater, looking up at the surface

An mermaid sits underwater, looking up at the surface

Halle Bailey wows critics as 'The Little Mermaid'

The remake of the animated classic struggles to live up to the 1989 original film.

WGA writers and others strike

WGA writers and others strike

Hollywood writers to go on strike over pay

The current strike is expected to disrupt some TV programming and potentially lead to delays in the fall TV season.

Noah Matthews Matofsky smiles in front of a poster with a pirate ship

Noah Matthews Matofsky smiles in front of a poster with a pirate ship

Disney's 'Peter Pan & Wendy' features actor with Down syndrome

As Noah Matofsky marks Disney history, here are different stars who have raised awareness about their condition.

Film still from 'Sam: A Saxon': a man in a uniform sitting in a retro couch, looking pensive.

Film still from 'Sam: A Saxon': a man in a uniform sitting in a retro couch, looking pensive.

The amazing story of East Germany's first Black policeman

"Sam: A Saxon," the first German production for Disney+, tells of a Black GDR policeman and media star turned fugitive.

Don’t Hold Back | Episode 9 with Deirdre King

Don’t Hold Back | Episode 9 with Deirdre King

The 77 Percent — The entrepreneur smashing glass ceilings

Deirdre King is a trailblazer in South Africa's male-dominated business world. From an early career in the film industry to top international brands to managing a radio powerhouse, King knows what it takes to reach the top — and stay there! She joins Nozibele Qamngana Mayaba for the customary snack as the pair talk leadership, and why South Africa would benefit from diverse leadership.

A b/w image of Walt Disney with some of his trophies

A b/w image of Walt Disney with some of his trophies

Disney centenary exhibition opens in Munich

100 years of Disney: The media empire is honoring its classic films with a behind-the-scenes exhibition.

A still featuring a person in a Winnie the Pooh mask driving a car.

A still featuring a person in a Winnie the Pooh mask driving a car.

Winnie-the-Pooh: When cuddly toys turn into monsters

In the horror flick "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey," the beloved bear mutates into a killer. It's happened before.

Nozibele Qamngana Mayaba talks smashing glass ceilings with Deirdre King

Nozibele Qamngana Mayaba talks smashing glass ceilings with Deirdre King

Don't Hold Back: The businesswoman smashing glass ceilings

Deirdre King is a trailblazing businesswoman and now leads Jacaranda FM, South Africa's premier radio station.

The 77 Percent Magazine #138 | Black representation

The 77 Percent Magazine #138 | Black representation

The debate about the Little Mermaid who was Black

If a Black actor is cast in a popular remake, there's an uproar. Disney's Little Mermaid remake is the latest example.

Disney Co. executives Bob Chapek, left, and Bob Iger, right, deliver remarks at Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom in Florida during an event marking the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World

Disney Co. executives Bob Chapek, left, and Bob Iger, right, deliver remarks at Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom in Florida during an event marking the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World

Shock CEO swap at Disney — Bob Iger returns, Bob Chapek goes

Bob Iger will return as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, replacing Bob Chapek who succeeded him just two years ago.

Film still from 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever': Letitia Wright in the role of Shuri, portrait of a woman wearing a white veil and very large white earrings.

Film still from 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever': Letitia Wright in the role of Shuri, portrait of a woman wearing a white veil and very large white earrings.

What to expect from 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'

The first "Black Panther" film grossed over $1.3 billion. Following Chadwick Boseman's death, the storyline was changed.

People with suitcases and bags are seen leaving from a Foxconn compound on a still taken form video footage

People with suitcases and bags are seen leaving from a Foxconn compound on a still taken form video footage

China: Foxconn employees flee amid COVID outbreak

Employees at the world's largest iPhone factory in central China have fled after a spate of COVID outbreaks.

A picture of Mickey Mouse steering a boat in the 1928 animation film "Steamboat Willie"

A picture of Mickey Mouse steering a boat in the 1928 animation film "Steamboat Willie"

Original Mickey copyright to expire soon

The copyright for Disney's earliest version of Mickey Mouse expires in 2024. What does this mean for the famous mouse?

Three characters from the series "Squid Game" in uniform, prepare for a battle.

Three characters from the series "Squid Game" in uniform, prepare for a battle.

'Squid Game' and Barack Obama up for Emmys

"Succession" leads the race for this year's Emmy Awards with 25 nominations, while "Squid Game" also makes history.

This image shows character Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Chris Evans, and Sox, voiced by Peter Sohn, in a scene from the animated film "Lightyear"

This image shows character Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Chris Evans, and Sox, voiced by Peter Sohn, in a scene from the animated film "Lightyear"

'Lightyear': UAE bans animated film for 'content violation'

The Disney-Pixar film about Toy Story character Buzz Lightyear reportedly contains a scene including a same-sex kiss.

USA Walt Disney World sign with cars parked in front

USA Walt Disney World sign with cars parked in front

Disney loses special tax status in Florida

Florida's legislature has signed a new bill that scraps Disney's self-governing status at its Orlando theme parks.

Robert Pattinson as batman looking at Zoe Kravitz on a rooftop.

Robert Pattinson as batman looking at Zoe Kravitz on a rooftop.

Disney and other studios halt release of films in Russia

"The Batman" and "Turning Red" won't hit Russian cinemas as entertainment giants distance themselves from Russia.

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Consumer Electronics Show

How will the metaverse impact people's lives?

More and more market players are investing into the metaverse, a virtual world with a huge financial potential.

A group of animated characters dance in a circle

A group of animated characters dance in a circle

'Encanto' takes Disney to the top of the charts

The hit Disney animation film featuring the first-ever all Latino cast now has a No. 1 theme song.

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Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage's miff with Snow White

The "Game of Thrones" star has said "Snow White" depicts dwarfs in a "backward" way. But should looks determine a role?

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Shift - Living in the Digital Age

How are Netflix and co. changing the film industry?

A bed with golden posts and stacked mattresses, inspired by fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'.

A bed with golden posts and stacked mattresses, inspired by fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'.

Why fairy tales need updates to survive

Classic fairy tales are being updated — but that's also what H.C. Andersen and the Brothers Grimm did in their time.

Still from animated film 'Encanto', joyful characters sparkle

Still from animated film 'Encanto', joyful characters sparkle

How Disney represents other cultures

New Disney film "Encanto" tells the story of an Indigenous Zenu family. Is this another case of cultural appropriation?

Scarlett Johansson in a scene from 'Black Widow'

Scarlett Johansson in a scene from 'Black Widow'

Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over earnings

The "Black Widow" star claims the film's streaming release deprived her of potential earnings and breached her contract.

A model of the ship is shown on a display near the construction site.

A model of the ship is shown on a display near the construction site.

China is building a replica of the Titanic

The vessel is the latest draw in the country's theme park industry. It has also caused controversy.

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Disney dreams shattered

The Disney dream factory is particularly hard hit by the coronavirus crisis.

A still from "Dumbo" featuring the elephant and five crows on a tree branch.

A still from "Dumbo" featuring the elephant and five crows on a tree branch.

Can Disney make up for racism in past films?

Due to negative depictions, Disney pulls old classics from kids' profiles on its streaming platform.

Film still The Great Wall, man in armor

Film still The Great Wall, man in armor

China's new rules of conduct for artists

Impeccable morals, always in the service of the party: that's what China's expects of its performing artists.

USA Los Angeles Weltpremiere Star Wars | John Boyega

USA Los Angeles Weltpremiere Star Wars | John Boyega

Star Wars actor quits perfume role over Chinese edit row

John Boyega says he will no longer promote a perfume brand that edited him out of an award-winning commercial.

Actress Liu Yifei among other Chinese warriors in red caps and tan pants

Actress Liu Yifei among other Chinese warriors in red caps and tan pants

Why streaming won't save Hollywood

Money earned with online releases of big films like Disney's 'Mulan' won't make up for billions lost at the box office.

Basketballers are tested on the court

Basketballers are tested on the court

Black Lives Matter as NBA returns

The restart of the NBA season is as much about spreading a societal message as playing basketball games.

Artist AmendTDK paints a mural of George Floyd in Oakland, California

Artist AmendTDK paints a mural of George Floyd in Oakland, California

Corporate US stands up for racial justice

US companies have expressed solidarity with #BlackLivesMatter, but critic accuse them of jumping on the bandwagon.

A still from the film The Adventures of Prince Achmed by Lotte Reiniger

A still from the film The Adventures of Prince Achmed by Lotte Reiniger

From pioneer to laggard: Animated film in Germany

Germany's once avant-garde animated films gave way to Nazi attempts to rival Disney that didn't pan out as planned.