Tag Archives: Cal Dunn Studios

A Little Reel of Cal Dunn Spots

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November 3, 2022 posted by Steve Stanchfield

A Little Reel of Cal Dunn Spots

I thought it would be fun this week to share the scan of a reel of Cartoon Modern commercials from Chicago-based Cal Dunn Studios.

“Can You Handle It?” (1958)

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July 7, 2022 posted by Steve Stanchfield

“Can You Handle It?” (1958)

While the graphics owe more than a little to UPA and Saul Steinberg’s design sensibilities, I love seeing our “Brotherhood of Man” hero learn the fine details of heavy lifting.