Disney’s three-minute animated short film tells a grandmother and her granddaughter’s heartwarming story and the family traditions that connect them through the years. The short film also pays homage to Filipino Christmas traditions and characters set in a fictionalized Philippines on Christmas eve.
The moving story shows the touching tale of a special bond between a Filipino child and her grandmother, Lola, with the well-known friend Mickey Mouse – a popular toy that her father gave Lola as a small child. The opening scene shows streets in the 1940s decorated with Parol lanterns when Lola received her father’s gift.
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“With each passing year, Mickey comes to symbolize Lola’s childhood and a present-day connection to her granddaughter, ultimately inspiring a festive surprise on Christmas morning,” said Disney.
“From our family to yours, watch this all-new Disney festive story. Because you never forget your favourite traditions,” Disney added.
As part of Disney’s festive retail campaign “From Our Family To Yours,” the ad marks the 40-year partnership with the children’s charity Make-A-Wish. Disney fans in participating countries will be able to purchase the vintage Mickey Mouse toy featured in the film advertisement benefitting the charity organization.
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In the short animation film, we can hear the original song written by the songwriting/production team PARKWILD, “Love Is A Compass,” played by Griff, British artist, and Ivor Novello Rising Star nominee, which will be released as a charity single. Griff, who was thrilled to be involved in the campaign, said the track’s lyrics and storytelling in the commercials were “powerful and important.”
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The advertisement has received massive good reactions, especially to most Overseas Filipino Workers, who have been reminded by the traditions that are close to home.