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Jim Korkis
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Jim Korkis
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Jim Korkis is a renowned American author, historian, and speaker specializing in the history of animation.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on February 25, 1958, no information on his death date is available.
Nationality and Profession(s)
American, Author, Historian, Speaker
Early Life and Background
Jim Korkis grew up with a passion for art and storytelling. He began drawing at an early age and developed an interest in animation through the classic cartoons of Walt Disney and Warner Bros. After high school, Korkis attended the prestigious Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.
During his time at Art Center, he honed his skills as an illustrator and animator while also studying the art of storytelling. This training laid the foundation for his future work as a historian and author specializing in animation history. After completing his education, Korkis went on to pursue a successful career in the field of animation.
Major Accomplishments
Korkis has made significant contributions to the world of animation through his writing and research. He is particularly known for his work on Disneyana, having written extensively about the company's history, films, and characters. His expertise spans various aspects of animation history, including film preservation, production, and restoration.
Notable Works or Actions
Jim Korkis has authored numerous books and articles related to animation history, with a focus on Walt Disney productions. Some of his notable works include:
_The Vault of Walt: Volume 1_ (2009)
_Mouse Tales: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Life in the Disney Kingdom_ (2010)
Impact and Legacy
Korkis' commitment to preserving animation history has left a lasting impact on the industry. His research and writing have helped educate audiences about the art, craft, and legacy of animation pioneers like Walt Disney, Ub Iwerks, and Winsor McCay.
His dedication to sharing knowledge with fans has contributed significantly to his reputation as an authority in the field. Many animation historians, researchers, and enthusiasts alike seek out his insights on various aspects of animation history.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Jim Korkis is widely quoted and remembered for his expertise and passion for animation history. His extensive research and writing have made him a trusted source within the industry and among fans.
Quotes by Jim Korkis

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The disadvantage to humor, and where a good leader must be vigilant, is that everyone has a different sense of humor and humor can be used as a weapon to humiliate others.

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Horizons opened exactly one year after Epcot Center opened. Amusingly, the phrase in the attraction – “If we can dream it, we can do it” – that is often falsely credited to Walt Disney was in reality the creation of Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald, who modeled for the Audio-Animatronic “young man” character with the solo submarine.

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I’ve always had a feeling that any time you can experiment, you ought to do it because you never know what will happen,” stated Walt.

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Create an atmosphere without fear and encourage laughter. Of course, there will be consequences for wrong decisions, but people shouldn’t be so apprehensive that they are fearful to make any decision. Humor can help keep things in perspective.

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Song of the South was not a malicious attempt to reinforce the foolish stereotype of the inferiority of the black race, but rather an attempt to show that children of all races and different social statuses could play together as friends, learn important moral lessons from stories, and survive times of trouble by finding a place to laugh.

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The leader sets the tone for his followers. If something goes wrong and the leader acts worried or angry, then everyone picks up on that attitude and it spirals larger and larger.

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Walt Disney has been described as an innovator, which means he took things that already existed and re-combined them to create something new.

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To help cement the friendship between Japan and Disney, Emperor Hirohito personally presented to Roy O. Disney, for the dedication of the Magic Kingdom, a stone Japanese lantern known as a Toro to light the way to success and happiness.
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