Richard M. Sherman
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Biography: Richard Morton Sherman (June 12, 1928 - May 25, 2024) was an American songwriter. He worked in musical movies with his brother Robert B. Sherman. Some of the Sherman Brothers' best known songs were in live action and animated musical films including: "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book," "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh," "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," "The Slipper and the Rose," and "Charlotte's Web." Their most well-known work is the theme park song "It's a Small World (After All)."
Department: Sound
Place of Birth: New York, New York
Birthday: June 12, 1928
Deathday: May 25, 2024
Adult: No
Gender: Male
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The Real Mary Poppins
Overview: Explore the fascinating relationship between author P. L. Travers and her much-loved character, Mary Poppins. This is the story of a complex woman who escaped her upbringing in rural Australia to pursue her dream of becoming a writer, reinventing herself and her past along the way.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-01-17
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The Family Band Album
Overview: Composer Richard Sherman, and actors Lesley Ann Warren and John Davidson reminisce about the making of the 1968 Disney film.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-07-06
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Fred MacMurray: With Fondness
Overview: Actors remember the great Fred MacMurray.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-03-07
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The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz
Overview: "The Art of Imagination: A Tribute to Oz" - a featurette narrated by Sydney Pollack.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-10-25
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Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20
Overview: Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those who built the Disney legend; a look inside Disney's newest attraction.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-12-14
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Songs of the Silly Symphonies
Overview: Leonard Maltin talks with song writer Richard M. Sherman about Disney music.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-05
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The Musical Legacy of Paul Smith
Overview: A Disney featurette about composer Paul Smith.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-05-20
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Till The Clouds Roll By: Real to Reel
Overview: A short documentary on Jerome Kern and the making of Till the Clouds Roll By.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-04-25
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Three Little Words: Two Swell Guys
Overview: A short documentary on the lives of songwriters Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby and the making of the film, Three Little Words.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-04-25
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The Art of Mary Blair
Overview: Short Documentary on the art of Mary Blair: An extraordinary talented artist.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-01-01
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The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece
Overview: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Story Behind the Masterpiece is a behind-the-scenes documentary narrated by Corey Burton on the making of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. It was originally made to commemorate the film's 20th anniversary, and was included with the film's subsequent home video releases. The special was made in 1996 by TV is OK Productions and was directed by Harry Arends.
Genres: Animation Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-03-27
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Mary Poppins
Overview: Mr Banks is looking for a nanny for his two mischievous children and comes across Mary Poppins, an angelic nanny. She not only brings a change in their lives but also spreads happiness.
Genres: Comedy Family Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1964-12-17
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The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story
Overview: The troubled fraternal relationship between songwriters Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman, the Oscar and Grammy-winning Sherman Brothers, famous for the iconic hits they wrote for Disney.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-04-24
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Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Making of 'Mary Poppins'
Overview: Using archival, never-before-released footage and newly shot interviews, this is a definitive behind-the-scenes look at Walt Disney's moviemaking magic and the creation of this classic film.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-12-14
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The Fantasia Legacy: The Concert Feature
Overview: Documentary on the making of Walt Disney’s Fantasia.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-14
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Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - The Sword in the Stone
Overview: Short Documentary on the Sherman Brothers: Theses two brothers discuss the songs and lyrics for The Sword In the Stone, Mary Poppins, Jungle Book and Winnie the Pooh.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-03-20
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Music Magic: The Sherman Brothers - Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Overview: A short but informative documentary on the the 1971 Disney movie "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," which discusses the making of the film, the origins of the songs (including portions of two that were dropped in pre-production), the pre-release edits supposedly made against the creators' wishes, and the 1996 reinstatement of those cut scenes.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-03-20
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Cubby Broccoli: The Man Behind Bond
Overview: Short documentary about Cubby Broccoli.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-01-01
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Behind the Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Overview: The story of the rocky road that Walt Disney took to get his interpretation of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (1937) to the silver screen.
Genres: Animation Documentary Family Fantasy History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-12-13
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The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocrats of Disney Songs
Overview: Comments from composers Richard and Robert Sherman.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-02-04
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Johnny Mercer: The Dream's on Me
Overview: Commemorating the centennial of Mercer's birth, this documentary is part biography, part archive, and part recontextualization, taking Mercer's tunes and putting them in the hands of modern singers like Jamie Cullum and Dr. John to show they are still relevant today. Host Clint Eastwood also interviews artists who collaborated with Mercer or performed his songs, including composer John Williams, Blake Edwards, Andre Previn, Tony Bennett, and Julie Andrews. (DVD Talk)
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-11-04
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From Rags to Riches: The Making of Cinderella
Overview: The making of Cinderella (1950).
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-10-04
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Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives
Overview: Explore the rich history of the Walt Disney Archives as legendary producer and host Don Hahn tours rarely seen areas of the department’s vast collections along with beloved Disney locations — including theme parks and the studio lot — through an engaging, historical lens.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-06-27
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The Last Verse
Overview: Award-winning songwriting duo Robert and Richard Sherman wrote some of the most classic scores in history, including Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, and the most-played tune around the globe, “It’s A Small World.” As his last contribution to Disney and to further influence the song’s message, Richard wrote a third, final verse for “It’s A Small World.” In this short film, in honor of the song’s 60th anniversary, we follow the track as it travels across the globe, passing from one person and generation to the next, until the final verse is revealed.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-11-27
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