ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Why is this short well-suited for Donalds birthday?
What defines your version of Mickey and Donald?
Our version of Mickey and Donald is defined by their iconic personalities that theyve had since inception.

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We are really trying to stay true to the spirit of the original black-and-white cartoons.
How do you describe the responsibility of honoring the past but creating for the present?
And does that come as a challenge?
Whats the best feedback from fans or colleagues youve ever heard about these shorts?
I hear almost unanimously: We love watching them as a family.
How long does every short typically take to create, from inception to air?
Each short takes about 10 months from start to finish.
I really like the late 1940s and 1950s Donald Duck, especially inThe Three Caballeros.
The animation is so appealing, and he is full of character.
Come on how old is Donald Duck, really?
Old enough to chase after Carmen Mirandas sister inThe Three Caballeros!
Mickey Mouseairs Thursday, June 9 at 8 p.m. on Disney Channel.