Animator Breakdown: Bob Clampett’s “Porky’s Badtime Story” (1937)
One Monday morning in 1937, Bob Clampett found he now had his directorial unit – and this was his first cartoon.
One Monday morning in 1937, Bob Clampett found he now had his directorial unit – and this was his first cartoon.
The advent of the 1960’s saw little change in the concept, powers, or design of robots – at least as far as the animated shorts were concerned.
In today’s survey, robotic design and modern architecture attempt to solve the problems of everyday life – creating new problems in the process.
There’s still a few major spot fires needing containment, and some last chances to demonstrate cartoon heroism.
Greetings Gate! Ahh, yes – An actual breakdown of a Bob Clampett classic!
We move our survey of fire-related cartoons to the proverbial “small screen” this week, in the golden days of “kiddie” TV.
Another visit with Smokey The Bear is on tap, together with a double-dose of Heckle and Jeckle, and some “modern” styles from Paramount and UPA.
Another batch of shorter appearances for fire-fighting gags from the theatrical front, plus a memorable educational entry.
A further fastidious feast for the fire-fighting fancier.
An additional silent classic will receive its proper place today, along with the usual array of 1940’s stars getting their chance to feel the burn.