So Dear For Halloween

Welcome back, trick-or-treaters! You’re just in time for a real October treat: this promotional art drawn by the legendary Disney artist Hank Porter to publicize Walt Disney’s So Dear To My Heart. in Fall 1948, this underrated film was due for release in January 1949, so October was the perfect time for planting the title and characters in the public’s collective mind. And this Halloween themed art (created for the pharmacy chain Rexall’s magazine) does the trick—therefore it's a treat! This rarity is from the collection of Disney collector and Hank Porter expert David Lesjak and is used with his permission. Be sure and read my D23 article all about this charming, heartwarming movie here. Check back soon for more Countdown to Halloween 2024.