The Story of Ferdinand
The Story of Ferdinand is a children’s book about a bull who would rather smell the flowers than fight. It was written in 1936 by Munro Leaf and illustrated by Robert Lawson.
The book is a children’s classic. In 1938, Life magazine called it “the greatest juvenile classic since Winnie the Pooh.” Political interpretations made the story controversial in some countries. It was even banned in Spain until after Franco’s death.
Spanish-speakers of a certain age grew up with El Cuento de Ferdinando.
Ferdinand The Bull (1938)
Ferdinand The Bull is a 1938 Disney short animated film based on the book.
Ferdinand (2017)
Ferdinand is Carlos Saldanha’s 2017 animated feature film. It opens nationwide Friday, December 15, 2017.
Ferdinand Cast
Ferdinand stars John Cena, Kate McKinnon, and Bobby Cannavale.
Ferdinand the bull : John Cena (professional wrestler)
Lupe the goat : Kate McKinnon
Valiente, a bull: Bobby Cannavale (Cuban – American)
Una, a hedgehog: Gina Rodriguez (Puerto Rican – American)
Cuatro, a hedgehog: Gabriel Iglesias (Mexican – American)
Ferdinand Music
The movie features songs by Nick Jonas, Juanes (Colombian), Pitbull (Cuban – American), and Los del Rio (Spanish).
Ferdinand Awards
Academy Awards
Nomination
- Best Animated Feature Film
Golden Globe Awards
Nominations
- Best Animated Feature Film
- Best Original Song (Home)
Carlos Saldanha Ice Age and Rio
Carlos Saldanha is a Brazilian director from Rio de Janeiro best known for the Ice Age and Rio animated series. He lives and works in Hoboken, New Jersey.