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responsible for the changes of the seasons in

in pagan mythology. That is a quote by

another author.

The third segment is actually the centerpiece

of this entire film. This is The Sorcerer's

Apprentice starring Mickey Mouse, and it's

based on a poem of a German poet. Mickey

wears the sorcerer's hat, casts spells, Spell

Book, wand, broomsticks come to life through

magic. This is the most well-known segment

in Fantasia, and the major theme in this

segment is totally and completely

witchcraft. No wonder children don't accept

the Bible as they grow up.

The fourth segment, Stravinsky. The music

is “The Rite of Spring.” “It is a lesson in

evolution, controversial as the music itself.” I'm

quoting. “It's about 20 minutes long, the

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