Known for Directing
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Hamilton Luske (October 16, 1903 - February 19, 1968) was an American film director. He directed many Disney films and shorts from 1936 until his death in 1968. He won an Academy Award in 1965. Born in Chicago, Illinois on October 16, 1903 and died in Bel Air, California on February 19, 1968 at age 64. Description above from the Wikipedia article Hamilton Luske, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Born
October 16, 1903
Died
February 19, 1968 (age 64)
Birthplace
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Filmography
95 films


DTV: Rock, Rhythm & Blues
1984 · 45m
country: United States
Compilation of D-TV music videos, combining rock and R&B tunes with footage of Disney animation.
The Alaskan Gold Rush
The Alaskan Gold Rush
1973 · 6m
country: United States
short documentary about the Alaskan gold rush


Pacifically Peeking
1968 · 48m
country: United States
Moby Duck leads a study of life on several South Pacific islands, including Pitcairn, Fiji, and Hawaii.
Understanding Stresses and Strains
Understanding Stresses and Strains
1968 · 10m
country: United States
This film suggests the usage of common sense to minimize the normal stresses and strains of everyday life.


Disneyland: From the Pirates of the Caribbean to the World of Tomorrow
1968 · 48m
country: United States
The audience visits WED Enterprises and sees how Disneyland attractions are created, including Pirates and the new Tomorrowland.


Mickey Mouse Happy Birthday Show
1968 · 30m
country: United States
In commemoration of Mickey Mouse's 40th anniversary, this animated greeting contains highlights from a series of favorite Disney cartoons dating back to 1936.


A Salute to Alaska
1967 · 49m
country: United States
Celebrating Alaska’s 100th birthday, Walt Disney looks at Alaska’s past.


Scrooge McDuck and Money
1967 · 16m
country: India
Scrooge McDuck teaches Huey, Dewey and Louie the basics about money & its history, economics and investing.


EPCOT
1967 · 26m
country: United States
A promotional short film hosted by Walt Disney, filmed on October 27, 1966, less than two months before his death. Here he details plans for the "Florida Project," later known as Disney World, and how his EPCOT concept will be integrated into it.


Disneyland Around the Seasons
1966 · 51m
country: United States
Walt takes viewers on yet another tour of Disneyland to point out some of the newest additions to the park, including New Orleans Square, It's a Small World, and Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln.


Disneyland 10th Anniversary
1965 · 1h
country: Unknown
Walt Disney introduces Julie Reems,Miss Disneyland Tencennial,who is to travel as Disneyland's official ambassador,and he shows Julie the imagineering department at Disneyland,and shows her the initial project of the IT'S A SMALL WORLD building that will be built,and the new restaurant that will be built. Then he shows her the haunted mansion that will be built,and miniatures of the Pirates of the Carribean ride that will be built.Next,Tinkerbell uses her "magic" to take viewers to Disneyland for the big 10 year celebration with Mickey and the gang.


Disneyland Goes to the World's Fair
1964 · 50m
country: Unknown
Walt Disney shows the viewing audience dinosaurs that will be used at the 1964 New York World's Fair in which Disneyland will play an important part at.


Fly With Von Drake
1963 · 48m
country: United States
Ludwig Von Drake covers the history of aviation through live action and animated clips.


Holiday Time at Disneyland
1962 · 52m
country: United States
We see numerous Disneyland attractions over the early years of Disneyland that were opened on, or around, official holidays.


Disneyland After Dark
1962 · 1h
country: Unknown
Taking a look at Disneyland following nightfall, including nighttime entertainment and appearances by many celebrities of the day.


Backstage Party
1961 · 1h
country: Unknown
Party, enterianment, and Behind the scenes


Kids Is Kids
1961 · 45m
country: United States
Prof. Ludwig Von Drake shares his knowledge on the subject of child psychology. He is particularly studying Donald Duck (whom Von Drake refers to as "Mr. X" to protect his identity) and offers advice on how to handle Huey, Dewey and Louie.


Donald and the Wheel
1961 · 17m
country: United States
A father tells his son the invention of the wheel was most important; to prove it, the two hipsters visit the inventor caveman Donald Duck. There follows a survey of the progress of transportation, a digression into the basics of gear ratios, a series of live-action dancers to various styles of music inside a giant jukebox, an illustration of the use of wheels in power generation and space satellites, etc. Ultimately, Donald decides he doesn't want the responsibility, but certainly someone else would take on the task.


The Litterbug
1961 · 8m
country: United States
Donald and his nephews are litterbugs: they drop garbage everywhere they go - even when they are out for a drive in Donald's car - until they are stopped by a policeman who makes them pick up everything they have dropped.


One Hundred and One Dalmatians
1961 · 1h 19m
country: United States
When a litter of dalmatian puppies are abducted by the minions of Cruella De Vil, the parents must find them before she uses them for a diabolical fashion statement.


Perilous Assignment
1959 · 48m
country: United States
"Perilous Assignment" is an episode of ABC's Walt Disney Presents. Disney loved to show viewers behind the scenes of the daring shoots of its theatrically released or TV shows. The theme of the episode is the making of his next film, The Third Man on the Mountain, an adaptation of James Ramsey Ullman's novel Banner in the Sky, based on the true story of the first ascent of the Matterhorn. Walt Disney will not be limited to a simple promotional making-of. He offers to meet exceptional people, including the French mountain guide Gaston Rébuffat. The latter will show climbing techniques and then reveal breathtaking images of his ascents of steep cliffs with a client for the ascent of Mont-Blanc, filmed for the occasion. In 1958, Walt Disney will therefore offer him to be deputy director on the high mountain scenes of the film "The Third Man on the Mountain".


Donald in Mathmagic Land
1959 · 27m
country: United States
Disney used animation here to explain through this wonderful adventure of Donald how mathematics can be useful in our real life. Through this journey Donald shows us how mathematics are not just numbers and charts, but magical living things.


Disneyland '59
1959 · 1h 30m
country: Unknown
Walt Disney and Art Linkletter co-host a live celebration of Disneyland's 1959 expansion that consisted of the debuts of Matterhorn Bobsleds, the Disneyland-Alweg Monorail, and the Submarine Voyage, a project so massive that it was called "The Second Opening of Disneyland". Highlights include a mammoth, star-studded parade and the official launching of the Disneyland submarines by U.S. Navy officers. Among the guests are then-Vice-President Richard Nixon and family, Clint Eastwood, and Meredith Willson, who leads the Disneyland band in his own "76 Trombones." Sponsored by Kodak, the commercial spokespersons include Ozzie and Harriet Nelson.


The Liberty Story
1957 · 48m
country: United States
Walt Disney presents a combination live-action and animated drama of America's historical fight for freedom. Includes a segment from Johnny Tremain, depicting the Boston Tea Party and the battle at Concord, and is followed by Ben and Me.


Tricks of Our Trade
1957 · 53m
country: Unknown
With examples from Disney feature-length films, Walt Disney gives a behind-the-scenes look at the improvements in animation made by his studio's in-house training and research that studied real-life motion and made technical innovations.


All About Magic
1957 · 48m
country: Unknown
Walt shows off some magic tricks with the studio props and then turns the show over to the Slave in the Magic Mirror, who hosts a look at some magic-themed cartoons.


Our Friend the Atom
1957 · 1h
country: United States
Dr. Heinz Haber, a noted scientist in the field of atomic energy, hosts this look at the possibility of an exciting new power source. He starts by comparing atomic energy to a genie in a bottle, both of which capable of doing both good and evil, and it is up to humankind to develop safe controls over this largely unexplored science.


Disneyland: U.S.A.
1956 · 42m
country: Unknown
A tour of the Disneyland theme park.


Lady and the Tramp
1955 · 1h 16m
country: United States
Lady, a golden cocker spaniel, meets up with a mongrel dog who calls himself the Tramp. He is obviously from the wrong side of town, but happenings at Lady's home make her decide to travel with him for a while.


Music Land
1955 · 1h 9m
country: United States
Walt Disney animation animated cartoon musical compilation ("The BIG Parade of MIRTH and MELODY"; "Offering hits re-released from 'Make Mine Music' and 'Melody Time'"; featuring cartoons from the 1946 musical, "Make Mine Music," and the 1948 musical "Melody Time") featuring Donald Duck, Joe Carioca, and other Disney cartoon characters, and also songs by Fred Waring and his Pennsylvanians, Benny Goodman and His Orchestra, Frances Langford, Roy Rogers and Trigger, The Andrews Sisters (Laverne, Maxene, and Patty Andrews), Freddy Martin and his orchestra, Sons of the Pioneers, Jerry Colonna, and Ethel Smith


Contrasts in Rhythm
1955 · 7m
country: United States
An animated segment from the film Melody Time which includes the two shorts "Bumble Boogie" and "Trees".


Operation Undersea
1954 · 52m
country: United States


Ben and Me
1953 · 25m
country: United States
A revisionist version of American history as a small mouse comes to live with Benjamin Franklin and turns out to be responsible for many of his ideas; including the beginning of the Declaration of Independance!


Peter Pan
1953 · 1h 17m
country: United States
Leaving the safety of their nursery behind, Wendy, Michael and John follow Peter Pan to a magical world where childhood lasts forever. But while in Neverland, the kids must face Captain Hook and foil his attempts to get rid of Peter for good.


Mickey's Birthday Party
1953 · 46m
country: Unknown
Disney celebrates Mickey Mouse's 25th Anniversary with a feature-length compilation of six of his all-time fan-favorite cartoons: Mickey's Birthday Party; The Pointer; The Nifty Nineties; Tiger Trouble; Mr. Mouse Takes a Trip; and The Whaler.


Alice in Wonderland
1951 · 1h 15m
country: United States
On a golden afternoon, wildly curious young Alice tumbles into the burrow and enters the merry, madcap world of Wonderland full of whimsical escapades.


How to Catch a Cold
1951 · 10m
country: United States
An average guy gets lessons from his common sense on how to treat a cold (mainly, rest and avoid behaviors that would spread it) and how to keep from getting one in the first place. Of course, since the film is sponsored by Kleenex, it's important to use disposable tissues.


Cinderella
1950 · 1h 14m
country: United States
Cinderella has faith her dreams of a better life will come true. With help from her loyal mice friends and a wave of her Fairy Godmother's wand, Cinderella's rags are magically turned into a glorious gown and off she goes to the Royal Ball. But when the clock strikes midnight, the spell is broken, leaving a single glass slipper... the only key to the ultimate fairy-tale ending!


So Dear to My Heart
1948 · 1h 22m
country: United States
The tale of Jeremiah Kincaid and his quest to raise his 'champion' lamb, Danny. Jeremiah's dream of showing Danny at the Pike County Fair must overcome the obstinate objections of his loving, yet strict, grandmother Granny. Jeremiah's confidant, Uncle Hiram, is the boy's steady ally.


Melody Time
1948 · 1h 15m
country: United States
In the grand tradition of Disney's great musical classics, Melody Time features seven timeless stories, each enhanced with high-spirited music and unforgettable characters. You'll be sure to tap your toes and clap your hands in this witty feast for the eyes and ears.


Once Upon a Wintertime
1948 · 8m
country: United States
A short segment of the feature film Melody Time, re-released as a separate entity five years afterwards.


Trees
1948 · 3m
country: United States
A Walt Disney short film.


Mickey and the Beanstalk
1947 · 29m
country: United States
A mysterious thief has stolen the prosperous Happy Valley's most prized possession: the musical Singing Harp. Can Mickey, Donald, and Goofy find the answer in the irritable Willie the Giant's magnificent castle up in the blue sky?


Fun and Fancy Free
1947 · 1h 13m
country: United States
Jiminy Cricket hosts two Disney animated shorts: Bongo about a circus bear escaping to the wild, and Mickey and the Beanstalk, a take on the famous fairy tale.


Willie the Operatic Whale
1946 · 15m
country: United States
The Metropolitan Opera is looking for the sea monster reported in newspaper headlines, because this monster sings beautifully! The "monster" is actually Willie, a whale who can sing in several voices simultaneously. A friend of his, a gull called Whitey, tells him about the searching ship, and Willie goes to audition, as it's been his ambition to perform on stage. Unfortunately, Professor Tetti Tatti from the Opera believes that one or more singers have been swallowed by the whale, and need to be rescued.


Make Mine Music
1946 · 1h 15m
country: United States
In the tradition of Fantasia, Make Mine Music is a glorious collection of musically charged animated shorts featuring such fun-filled favorites as "Peter and the Wolf", narrated by the beloved voice behind Winnie the Pooh. In addition you'll enjoy such classic cartoon hits as "Casey at the Bat," "The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met" and "Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet."


After You've Gone
1946 · 3m
country: United States
The swinging sounds of Benny Goodman's quartet are accentuated in this animated fantasy.


The Pelican and the Snipe
1944 · 9m
country: United States
A snipe that lives with a pelican in a lighthouse must continually keep his pelican friend from harm when he flies in his sleep.


Pedro
1943 · 7m
country: United States
Pedro, a small airplane from Chile, engaging in his very first flight to pick up air mail from Mendoza, with near disastrous results.


Saludos Amigos
1942 · 42m
country: United States
A whimsical blend of live action and animation, "Saludos Amigos" is a colorful kaleidoscope of art, adventure and music set to a toe-tapping samba beat. From high Andes peaks and Argentina's pampas to the sights and sounds of Rio de Janeiro, your international traveling companions are none other than those famous funny friends, Donald Duck and Goofy. They keep things lively as Donald encounters a stubborn llama and "El Gaucho" Goofy tries on the cowboy way of life....South American-style.


Food Will Win the War
1942 · 6m
country: United States
World War II propaganda film on the importance of American farming. A morale booster film stressing the abudance of American agricultural output.


The Reluctant Dragon
1941 · 1h 14m
country: United States
Humorist Robert Benchley attempts to find Walt Disney to ask him to adapt a short story about a gentle dragon who would rather recite poetry than be ferocious. Along the way, he is given a tour of Walt Disney Studios, and learns about the animation process.


Fantasia
1940 · 2h 4m
country: United States
Walt Disney's timeless masterpiece is an extravaganza of sight and sound! See the music come to life, hear the pictures burst into song and experience the excitement that is Fantasia over and over again.


The Pastoral Symphony
1940
country: United States


Pinocchio
1940 · 1h 28m
country: United States
When the gentle woodcarver Geppetto builds a marionette to be his substitute son, a benevolent fairy brings the toy to life. The puppet, named Pinocchio, is not yet a human boy. He must earn the right to be real by proving that he is brave, truthful, and unselfish.


The Ugly Duckling
1939 · 9m
country: United States
An outcast duckling's search for a family to accept him leads to constant rejection before learning his true identity as a swan.


Mickey's Surprise Party
1939 · 5m
country: United States
Minnie is baking cookies. When she leaves for a short while, her dog Fifi accidentally drops popcorn kernels in the dough. Mickey and Pluto come over and visit with Minnie and Fifi. When Mickey notices that something is burning, Minnie remembers the cookies, which are popping popcorn out of them. Minnie is upset and lies on her sofa crying. Mickey goes out and buys a large amount of cookies and crackers. He comes back and shows them to her and she is overjoyed. The short was originally a theatrical advertisement for the National Biscuit Company (now known as Nabisco), where all of the products seen are various Nabisco products (i.e. Ritz Crackers, Oreo Cookies, Fig Newtons, etc.). These would later be edited out and replaced with generic-brands in television broadcasts and home video releases.


Mickey's Elephant
1936 · 8m
country: United States
A friend shipped Mickey a baby elephant named Bobo as a playmate for Pluto. Pluto's first introduction is to Bobo's trunk, through a fence. He's not thrilled, and marches away. The playful Bobo grabs Pluto's tail and follows. Pluto's devil self tells him he's being replaced, and tells him to attack with red pepper.