Melody Time (1948)

6.1Approved75 minDirector: Clyde Geronimi

1948 film

Melody Time is a 1948 American live-action and animated musical anthology film produced by Walt Disney. It was released to theatres by RKO Radio Pictures on May 27, 1948. Made up of seven segments set to popular music and folk music, the film is, like Make Mine Music before it, the popular music version of Fantasia. Melody Time, while not meeting the artistic accomplishments of Fantasia, was mildly successful.

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FAQ

What is Melody Time about?
Melody Time (1948) — Segments: "Once Upon a Wintertime," two lovers rescued from an icy river by friendly animals; "Bumble Boogie," bee beset by musical instruments and symbols come to life; "Johnny Appleseed," story of the legendary pioneer tree-planter; "Trees," mood piece set to musical treatment
Is Melody Time based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Melody Time scary?
Content rating: Approved. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.