American Experience

Interview: Musical Storytelling

Clip: Season 27 Episode 8 | 1m 49s

In this original interview, animator Don Hahn discusses the importance of music in Walt Disney's feature animations. "Those musical moments were knit so closely to the story points that they were one in the same," he explains. "Walt Disney" premieres September 14 & 15 at 9/8c on PBS American Experience.

Aired: 09/14/15

Rating: NR

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