Ep. 27 - Oliver & Company: The Real Oliver Twist and Dickens' Dark London

In this episode of Disney Junkie: Magic and Myth, Jennifer and her producer Brennon explore the 1988 Disney classic Oliver & Company, the studio's jazzy, streetwise take on Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist.Jennifer digs into the darker real history behind the story, from Dickens' own difficult childhood to the grim world of Victorian workhouses and the real-life inspirations that may sit behind the tale of Oliver. Along the way, she and Brennon connect that history to the world we live in today.They also have fun with the movie itself, from its star-studded voice cast to its place in Disney history and why it remains one of the studio's most overlooked films.Whether you grew up with Oliver or have never seen it, this episode offers a fresh look at the story and the history behind it.