In my opinion, this is one of Disney's best animated films of all time. Take a look at all the brilliant background art and the effects, all done by hand. I especially like the blurred vision of the eight ball that Pinocchio is trying to shoot after he inhales too much nicotine from his cigar. The Disney animators were really good at giving emotional feeling to different scenes in the movie. For example, the warm, fun, relaxing atmosphere of Gepetto's workshop contrasts greatly with the scary scene of Lampwick's transformation into a donkey at Pleasure Island. I feel that this just isn't as good when done with computer and the films themselves were better back in those days. Disney wasn't afraid of offending anyone or frightening children. Do you think the donkey scene would be included if this movie had been produced today? It is very doubtful, considering that Disney's films of today are beginning to look rather bland in their political correctness. If you have never seen this movie, I suggest you go buy it or rent it. This is a classic that no Disney fan/animation buff should be without.
