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The film reveals behind-the-scenes challenges, archival footage, and a near-recasting of Goofy that could have altered the character's identity.

Overview

  • Disney+ premiered 'Not Just a Goof,' a documentary examining the production and cultural impact of 'A Goofy Movie.'
  • Bill Farmer, the voice of Goofy for 38 years, reflects on the deep emotional resonance of the film, particularly for fathers and sons.
  • The documentary reveals archival footage and highlights the pre-digital challenges of animating the 1995 cult classic.
  • Director Kevin Lima discloses a controversial proposal by Jeffrey Katzenberg to replace Farmer with Steve Martin, using Martin's natural voice for Goofy.
  • Farmer expressed distress over recording scenes in his normal voice, emphasizing the importance of retaining Goofy's iconic sound.