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The Old Woman Who Lived in A Shoe
A twist of the classic 18th century English nursery rhyme where a Bullfrog Landlord threatens to evict a Washerwoman Mouse and her children when she's unwilling to marry him. One of three striking cel-animated hand-drawn cartoons Pal made for Lever Brothers' Rinso soap powder.
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Plot Summary
This animated short is a musical retelling of the classic nursery rhyme. It features an old woman and her many children, who all live together in a large shoe.
Critical Reception
As a short animated film from 1940, specific critical reception is not widely documented. However, such shorts were generally produced as light entertainment for cinema audiences and often served as precursors to feature films.
What Reviewers Say
Appeals to children with its whimsical premise.
Features cheerful animation typical of the era.
A brief, lighthearted musical adaptation.
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Fun Fact
This animated short was produced by the Fleischer Studios, known for their pioneering work in animation and characters like Betty Boop and Popeye.
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