Scrappy in “Yelp Wanted” (1931)
Anyone reading this column with any regularity knows that I love Scrappy. And his first cartoon is essential viewing.
Tag Archives: Scrappy
“Scrappy’s Boy Scouts” (1936)
This particular print is one of two I own: one is a nice sharp Official Films original. The other has the original Columbia titles.
“Scrappy’s Camera Troubles” (1937)
Scrappy really should have some adult supervision in this week’s short since it would help him take proper care of other people’s property.
“Scrappy’s Big Moment” (1935)
You all know that I’m a Scrappy die-hard, but quite honestly… this really isn’t a great one.
Scrappy In “Showing Off” (1931)
It’s an especially well animated short – and Scrappy smokes through half the film. Kids – don’t try this at home!
In the Center Ring (Part 5)
The atmosphere of popcorn, peanuts, and balloons would retain its animated appeal, even as threats of a looming war began to grow.
Some Thunderbean news, Pooh and “The Great Bird Mystery” (1932)
In this especially bizarre Scrappy cartoon, Scrappy’s bird house is immediately overtaken by a flock of transient birds.
The Yearly Redford Theatre Cartoon Show (featuring Fleischer Restorations) and “The Great Experiment” (1934)
Evil scientist Hugo Plotz, a giant of a person, is keeping Scrappy in a tall petri dish. Another Screen Gems classic.
Wrapping the Tom and Jerry set, What’s Next, and “Scrappy’s Television” (1934)
And… in an attempt to forget about Tom and Jerry for a minute… here’s a Scrappy cartoon!!
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.
