Ep.54 Live action VS Animation: Alice in Wonderland

Hello, friends! Welcome to Friends of Disney, where we’re a group of Disney enthusiasts who love to discuss all things Disney. Today, we’re diving into another live-action vs. animation episode, comparing the 2010 live-action adaptation of Alice in Wonderland with the classic 1951 animated version.

Alice in Wonderland, a novel written by Lewis Carroll, is a true masterpiece of “nonsense fiction.” The story follows the adventures of a curious girl named Alice as she journeys through the whimsical world of Wonderland, encountering a cast of peculiar and eccentric characters.

Walt Disney’s Alice franchise has a rich history, dating back to the 1920s when Walt created the Alice Comedies. These early films were loosely inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Alice books and showcased Disney’s unique animation style.

The 1951 animated Alice in Wonderland is widely regarded as one of Disney’s greatest achievements. It captured the imagination of audiences around the world and remains a beloved classic. In the 1990s, a television series called “Adventures in Wonderland” further explored the world of Alice, while in 2010, Tim Burton’s live-action adaptation brought a fresh and modern interpretation to the story.

Even today, Disney Junior continues to captivate young audiences with its TV show, “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery,” which features the adventures of Alice and her friends in a magical world filled with delicious treats. m