Animator: Eric Goldberg Clip to study from: Rhapsody in Blue - Fantasia 2000 "The Rhapsody in Blue sequence in Fantasia 2000 was heavily inspired by the art of Al Hirschfeld, an legendary illustrator and caricature artist. He was known for not just drawing caricatures that exactly captured the personality of the person, but for achieving a unique sense of movement and rhythm with minimum lines. While I was breaking down this shot, I also noticed that there is a lot of emphasis on the character's

Rhapsody in Blue from Fantasia 2000 follows four characters in 1930s New York, each searching for a better life, all set to George Gershwin’s jazz masterpiece. One of them is John, a wealthy man who seemingly has everything, yet only wants to escape responsibility and have fun. Through his journey, and the stories of the other three characters, the film shows that happiness isn’t about what you have, but about finding where you truly belong. | Disney History Channel

Rhapsody in Blue is one of the standout segments from Fantasia 2000. From the Al Hirschfeld inspired character designs to the vibrant animation and color, and of course George Gershwin’s iconic music. The short follows four characters over the course of a day, each searching for something better, whether that’s finding a job, playing music, spending time with family, or simply chasing a little joy. What’s your favorite segment from the film? | Disney History Channel