Posts Tagged ‘theatrical cartoons’

Madeline

May 27, 2023

“Madeline,” a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon, directed by Robert Cannon, from the books by Ludwig Bemelmans, adapted by Robert Cannon and Thornton Hee (T. Hee), with music by David Raksin. Voice actor: Gladys Holland. 1952 Academy Award Nominee.

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Hotsy Footsy

May 20, 2023

“Hotsy Footsy,”  a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon featuring Mr. Magoo, directed by William T. Hurtz, written by James Raymond, with music by Shorty Rogers. Voice actors: Jim BackusJerry Hausner, and Isabel Randolph. Note: In the 20th century, mocking people with disabilities was considered hilarious.

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Pink and Blue Blues

May 13, 2023

“Pink and Blue Blues,” a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon featuring Mr. Magoo, directed by Pete Burness, written by Bill Scott, with music by Benjamin Lees. Voice actors: Jim BackusJerry Hausner, and Mary Jane CroftNote: In the 20th century, mocking people with disabilities was considered hilarious.

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Willie the Kid

May 6, 2023

“Willie the Kid,” a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon, directed by Robert Cannon, written by Robert Cannon and Thornton Hee (T. Hee), with music by Ernest Gold. Voice actors: Marvin Miller, Marian Richman, and Martha Wentworth.

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The Dog Snatcher

April 29, 2023

“The Dog Snatcher,” a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon featuring Mr. Magoo, directed by Pete Burness, written by Paul Schneider and Bill Scott, with music by William Lava. Voice actors: Jim Backus, Jerry Hausner, and Billy Bletcher. Note: In the 20th century, mocking people with disabilities was considered hilarious.

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The Oompahs

April 15, 2023

“The Oompahs,” a 1952 UPA theatrical cartoon, directed by Robert Cannon, written by Thornton Hee (T. Hee), with music by Ray Sherman. Narrator: Marvin Miller. Family drama in the brass section.

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Rooty Toot Toot

April 8, 2023

“Rooty Toot Toot,” a 1951 UPA theatrical cartoon, directed by directed by John Hubley, written by John Hubley and Bill Scott, with music by Phil Moore. Voice actors: Annette Warren, Thurl Ravenscroft, and Bill Lee. Based on the song “Frankie and Johnny.” 1951 Academy Award nominee.

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Grizzly Golfer

April 1, 2023

“Grizzly Golfer,” a 1951 UPA theatrical cartoon featuring Mr. Magoo, directed by Pete Burness, written by Bill Danch and Bill Scott, with music by Hoyt Curtin. Voice actors: Jim Backus and Jerry Hausner. Note: In the 20th century, mocking people with disabilities was considered hilarious.

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The Wonder Gloves

March 25, 2023

“The Wonder Gloves” a 1951 UPA theatrical cartoon, directed by Robert Cannon, written by Bill Danch and Phil Eastman, with music by Lou Maury. Voice actors: Marvin Miller and Marian Richman.

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Peter Cottontail

March 18, 2023

“Peter Cottontail,” a 1951 UPA theatrical cartoon directed by Robert Cannon, loosely based on the song by Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins, which was loosely based on a book by Thornton Burgess. Wish we knew more about the singers and arranger. Unlike the song, it doesn’t mention Easter.

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