Ko-Ko's Haunted House
Ko-Ko's Haunted House

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Ko-Ko's Haunted House

1928
Movie
6 min
English

A friend of KoKo's animator draws a haunted house, and KoKo and his dog Fitz go inside. There, they encounter frightening hallways where every door leads to a new spook.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Dave FleischerGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

This animated short features Ko-Ko the Clown in a spooky adventure. Ko-Ko finds himself in a haunted house filled with ghoulish characters and eerie occurrences. He navigates the unsettling environment, encountering various animated frights and comedic situations.

Critical Reception

As an early Fleischer Studios short, 'Ko-Ko's Haunted House' is appreciated for its pioneering animation techniques and surreal, imaginative style. While specific contemporary reviews are scarce, its historical significance lies in its contribution to the development of animation and its dark, whimsical humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative animation for the era.

  • Features Fleischer's signature blend of dark humor and surrealism.

  • A charmingly spooky short that showcases Ko-Ko the Clown's character.

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Fun Fact

This short is part of the 'Out of the Inkwell' series, which was groundbreaking for its live-action and animation integration, although 'Ko-Ko's Haunted House' is primarily animated.

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