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Gopher Goofy
A homeowner is enjoying his lovely lawn and garden when it's invaded by a couple of gophers with Brooklyn accents. The homeowner attacks, but the gophers outsmart him at every turn: They duck his hoe and shotgun. He gasses them with helium, and they float away -- causing a crow to throw away his bottle. The inflated gophers hit a tree and fall to earth. The gardener fishes for the gophers under his hat; they substitute a tomato, and he cries, thinking he's squished a gopher. Next, he tries the garden hose; the gophers stop the flow until there's a huge blast of water, which they direct back at the homeowner. He hits the ground and starts burrowing himself, surfacing in his fountain.
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Plot Summary
Goofy attempts to build a bookshelf, facing numerous comical challenges and mishaps along the way. He struggles with the instructions, tools, and materials, leading to a chaotic and humorous construction process. Despite his best efforts, the final result is far from perfect.
Critical Reception
As a typical Disney animated short from this era, 'Gopher Goofy' was generally well-received for its humor and animation quality. It's often cited as an example of Goofy's solo character development and his talent for slapstick comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its classic Goofy slapstick and physical comedy.
Appreciated for its simple yet effective animation.
Noted as a solid entry in the Goofy cartoon series of the 1940s.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the timeless humor and Goofy's endearing clumsiness, making it a fun and lighthearted watch.
Fun Fact
This short is one of the few where Goofy's inner monologue is heard through narration, guiding the audience through his thought process as he tackles the construction project.
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