Aerial views of the Grand Canyon in Arizona are paired with Ferde Grofé's Grand Canyon Suite in this Oscar-winning short film produced by Walt Disney Productions.
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Aerial views of the Grand Canyon in Arizona are paired with Ferde Grofé's Grand Canyon Suite in this Oscar-winning short film produced by Walt Disney Productions.
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Synopsis
The Grand Canyon stretches across Arizona, revealing its vastness through aerial views. Directed by James Algar and produced by Walt Disney Productions, the 1958 short film presents a visual interpretation of Ferde Grofé's Grand Canyon Suite. Without dialogue or narration, the film relies solely on its musical score to convey the majesty of the canyon. It won an Oscar for Best Short Subject (Live Action) at the 31st Academy Awards in 1959, marking a unique entry in Disney's portfolio.
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Why Watch
- See stunning aerial views of the Grand Canyon.
- Find out how the Colorado River shaped the landscape.
- Experience Ferde Grofé's Grand Canyon Suite.
Did You Know
- The film won an Oscar in 1959 for Best Short Subject (Live Action).
- Grand Canyon has a runtime of 29 minutes.
- It was produced by Walt Disney Productions.
- The film features music by Ferde Grofé.
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Who directed the Grand Canyon documentary?
James Algar directed the Grand Canyon documentary.
What year did the Grand Canyon documentary win an Oscar?
The Grand Canyon documentary won an Oscar in 1959.
How long is the Grand Canyon documentary?
The Grand Canyon documentary has a duration of 29 minutes.
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