The Land Before Time

About The Land Before Time

The Land Before Time, released in 1988, is a richly animated, enchanting prehistoric adventure story that brings to life a fascinating group of young dinosaurs, featuring a young Apatosaurus named Littlefoot. After an earthquake separates him from his family, Littlefoot embarks on a journey with other young dinosaurs in search of the Great Valley, a land still lush and green.

Making / Production

The Land Before Time was directed by Don Bluth. The film was co-produced by Amblin Entertainment and Lucasfilm, and distributed by Universal Pictures. The animation in this film became an instant classic due to its detailed and well-researched depictions of a pre-jurassic era.

Actors

• Gabriel Damon as Littlefoot - Portrayed the young protagonist with heartfelt sincerity.
• Pat Hingle as Rooter - Played the role of the wise, old dinosaur who helps Littlefoot in his journey.
• Helen Shaver as Littlefoot's mother - Her role was emotionally riveting, and provided the emotional crux of the story.
• Bill Erwin and Pat Hingle as Grandfather and Narrator, respectively, completed the epic story with their evocative voices.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The screenplay for The Land Before Time was worked upon by 12 scriptwriters.
• The film was the highest grossing animated film in history until it was surpassed by Disney's The Little Mermaid.
• The movie has spawned multiple sequels and a TV series, making it a massive franchise.

Awards

The Land Before Time was nominated for multiple awards and has earned a Young Artist Award.

Quotes

• "Let your heart guide you. It whispers, so listen closely."
• "Some things you see with your eyes, others you see with your heart."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by James Horner, who created a diverse range of emotional and entertaining tunes.
• The iconic song, "If We Hold On Together," was performed by Diana Ross and is featured prominently in the film.