"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."
—Walt Disney, co-founder of the Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company’s passion for innovation is simply described through the words of the man behind it all. On November 18, 1928, the world’s first film to break the sound barrier, Steamboat Willie, was an instant hit sensation. From there on out, Disney’s studio would continue to expand and impact much further than film. The cultural movement of Disney brought hope and happiness to people, unveiled the power of technology, and left a lasting legacy. Walt Disney’s smash hit character, Mickey Mouse, was a turning point in history that kick-started the Walt Disney Company; The Walt Disney Company had a major impact on people, ideas, and events.