Robert McKimson’s “Daffy Doodles” (1946)
“Science is some folks’ calling Others pilot a ship My mission in life stated simply is… A mustache on every lip!” Since this cartoon was his directorial debut, this column…
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“Mickey’s Fire Brigade” (1935)
In today’s breakdown, Mickey, Donald and Goofy are fighting blazes in this classic Disney cartoon! Sixteen animators are credited for the animation, reflecting the studio’s growth during the mid-1930s.
Terrytoons “Go West Big Boy” (1931)
This week, we’re headin’ way out west with an early sound Terrytoon! As indicated on the draft, Go West Big Boy was the 27th Terrytoon, released on February 22nd, 1931.
Robert McKimson’s “Easter Yeggs” (1947) Starring Bugs Bunny
“I wanna Easter egg! I wanna Easter egg! I wanna Easter egg!” Bob McKimson’s Easter Yeggs is undeniably the most memorable Easter cartoon from the Golden Age.
Walter Lantz’ “Fish Fry” (1944)
Here’s an Oscar-nominated Walter Lantz cartoon with Andy Panda! Director Shamus Culhane particularly detested the good-natured panda, claiming his cartoons to be “too goddamn sweet and cuddly.”
Disney’s “Donald’s Better Self” (1938)
Today’s breakdown features a clash between right and wrong – with Donald Duck! Originally intended as a Silly Symphony, the idea evolved into a Duck cartoon, initially titled “Good and Evil”.
Robert McKimson’s “The Foghorn Leghorn” (1948)
The last installment of Foghorn February spotlights one of the rooster’s most bombastic cartoons!
Foghorn Leghorn in “Crowing Pains” (1947)
This week’s installment of Foghorn February adds a th-ertain th-lobbering tomcat into the mix! Crowing Pains marks the second appearance of the loud-mouthed barnyard rooster, known as Foghorn Leghorn. Jack…
Robert McKimson’s “Lovelorn Leghorn” (1951)
We’re jumping a little ahead in Foghorn’s career to anticipate Valentine’s Day in this week’s installment of Foghorn February!
Robert McKimson’s “Walky Talky Hawky” (1946)
This month’s feature—AH SAY—this month’s feature is “Foghorn February” on Cartoon Research! Bob McKimson’s Foghorn, that is… and here is his first appearance! That’s NOT a joke, son!
