National Film Vault

FILM NOTES

Released in 1950, Disney's Cinderella arrived at a pivotal moment for the studio, following a lean stretch during and after the war years. Its success helped restore Walt Disney's animated feature ambitions and ushered in a new era of storytelling and craftsmanship. Adapted from the classic fairy tale, the film became one of the studio's most beloved works, celebrated for its expressive character animation, memorable music, and the timeless appeal of its transformation story.

This cell captures the moment Cinderella departs for the ball, one of the film's most enchanting sequences. Holding a physical frame from this scene connects you directly to the hand-crafted artistry of the era, a tangible piece of a film that has been treasured across generations.