What It's About:

Born into a circus, baby elephant Jumbo's enormous ears single him out as different, and he's belittled by animal and human alike. Nicknamed "Dumbo", his mother tries to protect him, and is punished. Our hero's only friend is one Timothy Q. Mouse (voiced by character actor Ed Brophy) who offers vital encouragement. Sure enough with time, the very quality Dumbo is teased about becomes an asset, and the floppy-eared elephant begins a new and happier life.

Why I Love It:

Disney's fourth full length-feature (running just over one hour) remains a powerful, poignant family film, offering kids a clear and useful lesson on the virtues of tolerance. Dumbo's initial cruel treatment is still hard to watch, since we've all witnessed similar behavior. The empathy we feel for this misfit elephant only makes his ultimate triumph more satisfying. A defining classic in Disney's film legacy. Best for smaller fry.