A Little Revisit to Ted Eshbaugh’s Work
Eshbaugh’s work in the 30s and 40s has always fascinated me— and good versions of his work became one of the big motivators for Thunderbean.
Category Archives: THUNDERBEAN THURSDAY
Looking ahead: The Rest of the Year in Old Cartoons at Thunderbean
It’s been an overly busy time these last few weeks here, putting the finishing touches on the Blu-ray masters and sending them out the door.
Van Beuren’s “Redskin Blues” (1932)
Redskin Blues is what you’d expect from Van Beuren – always some fun things to keep things lively.
Introduction Video for the Flip the Frog Blu-ray
Filmmaker Leslie Iwerks was kind enough to do this introduction video for the Flip the Frog Blu-ray set – the final touch before replication begins.
Update: Sending “Flip” to Mastering!
Cartoon: “Jolly Fish” (1932)
There’s something so comfortable about watching a cartoon that isn’t trying to impress you in any way but rather just give you a chuckle.
“The Complete Animated Adventures of The Little King” on Blu-ray!
The Little King blu-ray set is back from replication! Here’s “Marching Along” with the Rufle Baton, now shared with everyone here.
The Three Dogeteers in “Courtin’ an’ a’ Snortin” (1960)
If you can actually follow this film and give a summation of what’s going on I’ll send you a free Thunderbean DVD.
Presenting the “Rufle Baton”!
Animator George Rufle came up with this clever device, hidden from view for over 90 years.
Making A Character A Star: What Ingredients Do *You* Think Are Most Important?
I thought it might be fun to list off some of your favorite (or most hated!) cartoon characters and why they have (or don’t have) appeal.
The Little King in “Jest of Honor” (1934)
This is one of my favorites of the series, and absolutely one of the hardest to find a decent print on.
