The Hoboken Chicken Emergency
The Hoboken Chicken Emergency

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The Hoboken Chicken Emergency

1984
Movie
58 min
English

Arthur is asked to pick up a bird for Thanksgiving dinner, so he brings home a 266-pound chicken named Henrietta. The family welcome her with open arms, but the neighbors are not so sure and then Henrietta escapes.

Insights

Director: VariousGenres: Animation, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

This animated short tells the story of a young boy who tries to save a giant chicken from being eaten by a hungry monster. The boy and his friends embark on a comical adventure to protect their unusual friend. Their efforts involve clever plans and a race against time to outsmart the looming threat.

Critical Reception

As a short animated film, 'The Hoboken Chicken Emergency' was primarily aimed at a younger audience and likely received a generally positive reception for its lighthearted humor and simple storyline. It is remembered fondly by those who encountered it, often through television broadcasts or educational film circuits.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its whimsical premise and child-friendly humor.

  • Seen as a charming and lighthearted animated short.

  • Often recalled with nostalgia by those who watched it as children.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this short film is not readily available. However, it is generally considered a charming and amusing cartoon for younger viewers.

Fun Fact

The story is based on a children's book of the same name by Daniel Pinkwater, first published in 1977.

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