A review by useyourwordsmarisa
The Queens of Animation: The Untold Story of the Women Who Transformed the World of Disney and Made Cinematic History by Nathalia Holt

informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

4.75

This book is incredibly well researched and informed! It mainly focuses on the first 50 or so years of the Walt Disney Animation company, and the women who shaped it. The last third is dedicated to the women of Disney since the Renaissance Era, just so you know. It is emotional captivating and flows very well. Sometimes the timeline jumps back and forth so be sure to pay attention to dates and names while reading. Other than that it is a beautiful book that I will cherish always and as a woman in animation is so important and inspiring.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Misogyny, and Child abuse

Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, and Racism

Minor: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Bullying, Cultural appropriation, Death, Medical content, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, Addiction, Grief, Mental illness, Slavery, and War