Mickey's Ape Man
Mickey's Ape Man

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Mickey's Ape Man

1933
Movie
19 min
English

Mickey, Stinky, and Billy all try to compete in an Ape Man contest.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Director: Burt GillettGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Mickey Mouse and his friends find themselves in a perilous jungle adventure when they encounter a giant ape. The ape, initially frightening, turns out to be a gentle giant who helps them escape a dangerous situation.

Critical Reception

As a short from the early days of animation, "Mickey's Ape Man" is generally viewed as a charming and entertaining piece of Disney's early work. It showcases the developing animation style and the nascent personality of Mickey Mouse.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its early animation and whimsical adventure.

  • Seen as a simple yet effective cartoon short from Disney's formative years.

  • Appreciated for the character dynamics and the comedic situations.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this early short are scarce, but general sentiment points to its historical value and nostalgic charm.

Fun Fact

This cartoon short features one of the earliest appearances of Pluto, though he is not yet named in the film and is referred to as Mickey's dog.

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