Disney Worldbuilders Takes Viewers Inside Magic Kingdom

Leslie Iwerks has made a name for herself as an award-winning documentary filmmaker. Her latest project, Disney Worldbuilders, takes viewers inside the creation of Disney theme park attractions inspired by beloved films.

Iwerks' connection to Disney runs deep - her grandfather Ub Iwerks was the animator behind Mickey Mouse and co-creator of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Her father Don Iwerks pioneered innovative camera systems that changed how audiences experience film and theme parks.

The documentary explores how filmmakers like James Cameron, Jon Favreau, Pete Docter, and Jennifer Lee brought worlds from Avatar, Star Wars, Monsters, Inc., and Frozen to life in Disney theme park attractions.