Hercules

Celebrated for its stunning visual design and sharp humor, Hercules (voiced by Tate Donovan) tells the story of the mythic strongman who is stripped of his immortality by his wicked uncle Hades (voiced by James Woods). He learns from his father, Zeus (Rip Torn), that to reclaim his place among the gods he must prove himself to be a true hero in the world of mortals. Considered one of the great animated films of the era, Hercules is notable for the production design of English cartoonist Gerald Scarfe, whose work directors Musker and Clements felt was evocative of ancient Greek paintings. (93 mins., 35mm) 
 
Following the screening, prolific Disney animation historian John Canemaker joins Musker for a discussion about the film’s artistry.
 
Join us for a reception at 6 PM in the Mershon Auditorium lobby before the screening. The day’s events are presented in conjunction with the annual, citywide Cartoon Crossroads Columbus festival.
 
See the 2025 Cartoon Crossroads Columbus lineup at the Wex.

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Hercules, courtesy of Walt Disney Studios.