Daily Archives: November 13, 2020

‘Fantasia’ premieres in New York City 80 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 13 1940)

1940s, Movies 1940s, Popular Music 1940s


Video: 'Fantasia' trailer

(Wednesday, November 13, 1940, 8:40 p.m. EST) — Fantasia, an American animated film produced by Walt Disney featuring eight animated segments set to pieces of classical music conducted by Leopold Stokowski, seven of which are performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra, premiered tonight at the Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway (at 53rd Street) in New York City. Continue reading ‘Fantasia’ premieres in New York City 80 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 13 1940) →

‘Raging Bull’ premieres in New York City 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 13 1980)

1980s, Movies 1980s


Video: 'Raging Bull' trailer

(Thursday, November 13, 1980) — Raging Bull, an American biographical sports drama film about middle-weight champ Jake La Motta, whose life was haunted by violence inside and outside the ring, premiered today at Sutton Theater in New York City. Continue reading ‘Raging Bull’ premieres in New York City 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 13 1980) →