The “Jasper” Puppetoons – Part 1
Jasper was part of a tradition in animation of casting African American boys as stars of series—from “Sammy Johnsin” in the Silent Era to L’il EIghtball from producer Walter Lantz.
Tag Archives: George Pal
Cartoons Considered For An Academy Award 1971
Despite entries from veterans like George Pal and Gerry Chiniquy, the Academy’s Shorts Branch preferred to look outward – away from Hollywood.
A Puppetoon Break: “Aladdin and The Magic Lamp” (1936)
This is a great example of how loose, fun and well-posed the Puppetoon animation had progressed into by the late 30s.
A Spin Special: Stan Freberg Records
The late Stan Freberg’s performance as Disney’s “Mickey Mouse” and his work for George Pal are celebrated today in this special “Animation Spin” tribute – to a man who’s unique…
Animation Anecdotes #196
Where In The World of George Pal Is Woody Woodpecker? Animation producer Walter Lantz and filmmaker George Pal were very good friends. As the terrific animation historian Joe Adamson wrote…
George Pal’s Original “Puppetoon” Patent
Those who pre-ordered The Puppetoon Movie blu-ray should have received it by now. I’m already getting many people writing me to tell how much that are enjoying it… let’s hope…
“The Puppetoon Movie” blu-ray Update
This is an update on the blu-ray of The Puppetoon Movie which I announced here in August. I just received a copy of the final check discs and I’m happy…
“The Puppetoon Movie” on Blu-Ray
It’s tough-sledding these days for classic animation collectors with less and less being made available on DVD and Blu-Ray. But here’s some good news. A boutique video producer/distributor, B2MP, Inc….
