Ben Sharpsteen
Visual Effects · Born Nov 4, 1895 · Died Dec 20, 1980 (85) · Tacoma, Washington, USA
Benjamin Sharpsteen was an American film director and producer for Disney. He was born on 4 November 1895 in Tacoma, Washington. He graduated from an agricultural college but gave up farming to join the Marines during World War II. He became an animator, joining the old International Film Company in New York, but soon joined Walt Diseny. He directed 31 films between 1920 and 1980. He also created a museum documenting the history of California's first millionaire, Sam Brannan, and the history of the Upper Napa Valley as well. He died in Napa County, California on 20 December 1980.
Known for
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
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Cinderella
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Alice in Wonderland
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Pinocchio
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Dumbo
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Fantasia
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The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad
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Fun and Fancy Free
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Mickey's Trailer
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Santa's Workshop
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Clock Cleaners
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The Grasshopper and the Ants
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The Wise Little Hen
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Hawaiian Holiday
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On Ice
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Boat Builders
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The Mad Doctor
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Building a Building
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Babes in the Woods
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The Pied Piper
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