Though he passed away more than 56 years ago, Walt Disney’s name and presence in American culture have only grown in stature over time. And so, when it came to making a movie in which Disney himself was a character, Tom Hanks was honored to be given the assignment. But, in filming Saving Mr. Banks, Hanks told us the honor of portraying Disney also came with a huge amount of responsibility and a certain degree of difficulty.(Click on the media bar below to hear Tom Hanks)
Saving Mr. Banks is currently streaming on Disney+ and available on DVD, Blu-Ray, and most digital platforms.
Though he passed away more than 56 years ago, Walt Disney’s name and presence in American culture have only grown in stature over time. And so, when it came to making a movie in which Disney himself was a character, Tom Hanks was honored to be given the assignment. But, in filming Saving Mr. Banks, Hanks told us the honor of portraying Disney also came with a huge amount of responsibility and a certain degree of difficulty.(Click on the media bar below to hear Tom Hanks)
