Bianca Majolie: Disney's Trailblazing Female Storyteller
Walt Disney's pioneering female storyteller, Bianca Majolie, played a crucial role in crafting the heartfelt narratives behind classics like Snow White, Bambi, and Pinocchio. Despite her significant contributions, Majolie's name remained largely unrecognized until now.
Uncovering Majolie's Legacy
In the latest edition of Alta Journal, author Shannon McHugh explores Majolie's life and career as the first Italian-born woman hired by Disney as a storyteller in 1935, a position she secured alongside her former high school classmate.
Challenges and Influence
McHugh discusses the challenges Majolie faced working in a predominantly male environment, her innovative approach to storytelling, and her lasting influence on the film industry. Join us in uncovering the story of this trailblazing artist.
About the Guest
Shannon McHugh is a scholar specializing in French and Italian Renaissance literature and serves as the assistant director of research at the Huntington Library. She authored "Petrarch and the Making of Gender in Renaissance Italy" and is currently working on a book about ...