Michael Eisner

Michael Eisner

Nacimiento : 1942-03-07, Mount Kisco, New York, USA

Historia

Michael Dammann Eisner (born March 7, 1942) is an American businessman. Eisner was the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Walt Disney Company from September 1984 to September 2005. Prior to Disney, Eisner was President and CEO of rival film studio Paramount Pictures from 1976 to 1984, and had brief stints at the major television networks NBC, CBS, and ABC. Eisner was born to an affluent, secular Jewish family in Mount Kisco, New York. He was raised on Park Avenue in Manhattan. His mother, Margaret (née Dammann), whose family founded the American Safety Razor Company, was the president of the Irvington Institute, a hospital that treated children with rheumatic fever. His father, Lester Eisner, Jr., was a lawyer and regional administrator of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. His great-grandfather, Sigmund Eisner, established a very successful clothing company that was one of the first uniform suppliers to the Boy Scouts of America, and his great-grandmother, Bertha Weiss, belonged to an immigrant family that established the town of Red Bank, New Jersey. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Perfil

Michael Eisner
Michael Eisner
Michael Eisner

Películas

The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World
Self
A historical journey spanning half a century and beyond at Walt Disney World, featuring spectacular visuals, musical performances, and interviews.
On Broadway
Self
An all-star cast tells the inside story of the Broadway theater, and how it came back from the brink thanks to innovative work, a new attention to inclusion and a sometimes uneasy balance between art and commerce. Legends of the stage and screen—including Helen Mirren, Christine Baranski, August Wilson, James Corden, Alec Baldwin, John Lithgow, Viola Davis, Hugh Jackman and Ian McKellen—take us behind the scenes of Broadway's most groundbreaking and beloved shows, from A Chorus Line to Hamilton. Iconic performances by Lin Manuel Miranda, Patti LuPone, Bernadette Peters, James Earl Jones and Mandy Patinkin lead the way on a hurly burly ride through Times Square, once again the main street of American show business in this documentary directed by Academy-Award nominee Oren Jacoby.
The Happy Days of Garry Marshall
Self
In a heartfelt tribute to Hollywood legend Garry Marshall, his family and friends share their favorite memories of the creative genius behind some of the most memorable series in television history.
In Their Own Words: Jim Henson
Self - Former CEO, Walt Disney Company
La película sigue la carrera de Henson desde su primer trabajo con sus Muppets a principios de los años 1950 durante la Golden Age de la televisión hasta su repentina e impactante muerte en 1990, cuando trascendió los títeres para convertirse en uno de los artistas más creativos, prolíficos e influyentes de su época. Los eventos clave incluyen su temprano trabajo televisivo con los Muppets cuando aún era estudiante en la Universidad de Maryland, su trabajo comercial y apariciones en redes a fines de la década de 1950 y principios de 1960, su avance con Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, Fraggle Rock y su innovador películas de fantasía, Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. Entre los entrevistados para el episodio de Jim Henson están sus hijos, Lisa, Cheryl, Brian y Heather Henson, los actores Neil Patrick Harris y Candice Bergen, Willard Scott, el director John Landis, el exdirector general de Disney, Michael Eisner, y los miembros del elenco de Sesame Street Bob McGrath y Carroll Spinney.
Único disparo
Dean
John Moon, un cazador, dispara y mata por accidente a una joven. Mientras intenta ocultar el cadáver encuentra una enorme suma de dinero. Así da comienzo un tenso juego del gato y el ratón entre el cazador y un grupo de criminales que quieren atraparlo.
Pride of The Lion King
Himself
A behind the scenes look into The Lion King and The Lion King Broadway production.
Despertando a la bella durmiente
Self
Ópera prima de Don Hahn, uno de los productores más importantes de Disney. Documental que analiza el periodo que va de 1984 a 1994, en el que se filmaron obras como “¿Quién engañó a Robert Rabbit“, “La Sirenita“, “Aladdín“, “Pesadilla antes de Navidad" o "El rey león". Cuenta con testimonios de grandes personalidades de los estudios Walt Disney como el director Tim Burton, el productor John Lasseter, el desaparecido Roy Edward Disney, que fue quien renovó la producción animada y lideró el imperio. Queda patente que la producción animada no es ajena a las luchas por el poder entre los productores ejecutivos. (FILMAFFINITY)
La historia de Pixar
Self
Documental que recoge los orígenes de la gran factoría de animación que es la empresa Pixar, creadores de los "Toy Story", "Monsters", "Cars" y de otros muchos éxitos del cine de animación americano de los últimos años. Pixar es hoy en día la indiscutible líder del panorama mundial de la animación por ordenador, y sus películas las que más recaudan del género. El documental recoge testimonios de las principales personalidades del sector, directivos de la compañía y actores que trabajaron en sus proyectos. En España, este documental se incluye en la edición en DVD de 2 discos de la película Wall-E, así como en la edición Blu-Ray de la misma película.
Treasures Untold: The Making of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid'
Self
Find out how the spectacular music inspired the animation, and learn more about the development of the characters—such as how Ursula ended up being a big octopus—and how the memorable song "Part of Your World" almost got cut from the film.
Sketches of Frank Gehry
Himself
First and foremost, Frank Gehry is an artist. Described as a young child as having golden hands, Frank begins his creation through sketch. Forming thought into substantive sculpture, the marriage of art and architechure is brought to life. Join director Sydney Pollack on a journey into the world and work of the most important architect of our Age.
Michael Moore Hates America
Himself
Michael Wilson, like the subject of his film, is trying to get an interview with a multi-millionaire; however, in this case, that millionaire is Michael Moore himself.
Walt Disney: One Man's Dream
Himself
Produced exclusively for the Disney-MGM Studios in 2001 for the 100 Years Of Magic celebration, this short film was shown at the end of the park's "One Man's Dream" exhibit attraction. Originally narrated by Michael Eisner, then subsequently narrated by Julie Andrews.
Soarin' Over California
Golfer (uncredited)
Feel the wind race across your face during a breezy airborne adventure above California’s natural and manmade wonders.
La mano detrás del ratón: la historia de Ub Iwerks
Thanks
No hay nadie en el mundo que no reconozca a Mickey Mouse. Pero hasta ahora, no muchos conocían al hombre que originalmente daba forma, movimiento y personalidad al icono más amado del mundo. "La mano detrás del ratón: la historia de Ub Iwerks" te lleva entre bastidores para conocer al mejor amigo y animador jefe de Walt Disney.
Mickey's Audition
Michael Eisner
A five-minute film for The Disney-MGM Studios combining live-action and animation. Mickey Mouse recalls his first big audition and subsequent filmmaking career.
The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic
Celebrities salute Disney Studios' 50th year in Burbank, California.
Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special
Self - Host
Celebration of Disneyland's 35th Anniversary
Los Muppets en Walt Disney World
Himself
Gustavo lleva a la pandilla al pantano para unas vacaciones en California. Sin embargo, el resto del elenco está menos que emocionado de estar en un pantano apestoso. Cuando se menciona que pueden ver los fuegos artificiales de Disney, todos están emocionados y quieren ir al parque.
Euro Disney Noël
Celebrate Christmas with Disney and discover its European influences.
Mickey's 60th Birthday
Himself
This film combines live action/original animation and library animation. Mickey steals a magic hat from a Sorcerer and is put under a spell by the angry magi so that no one will recognize him until he finds his own magic within. While Mickey is on his quest, network news teams around the country desperately try to find the famous, beloved mouse who has mysteriously disappeared. On his quest, Mickey goes into the "Cheers" bar, meets up with the characters from "Family Ties", and winds up on Disneyland's Main Street the night before his Birthday celebration is to take place. It is there that he finds he has all the magic inside him that he will ever need. The spell is broken and the Birthday bash commences as the whole World celebrates the beloved Mickey Mouse.
Cómo se hizo el Capitán EO
Self
Documental sobre cómo se hizo "Captán EO", la película de Michael Jackson para el parque temático de Disney.