Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marc Berman is a New York-based reporter who covers media. Based on Carlo Collodi’s 1883 Italian novel, the film tells the story ...

Walt Disney remains one of the most influential figures in American movies. Animation would not be the same without him. He single-handedly created his studio's brand with countless iconic films.

Released in 1940, Pinocchio was Disney’s second animated feature. It tells the story of the title character, a puppet made by the kindly Geppetto and brought to life by the Blue Fairy after he wishes ...