“At the Walt Disney Studios, we believe that great stories come from everywhere, and we are committed to telling inclusive stories and working with filmmakers who bring diverse perspectives to the table,” Alan Bergman, co-chairman of the Walt Disney Studios, said in Monday’s press statement. “The Disney Launchpad gives us a platform to empower a new generation of filmmakers to share original stories that resonate with our global audience and reflect the world we live in.”

Source: Los Angeles Times June 03, 2019 17:26 UTC