The Turkey
The Turkey

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The Turkey

1951
Movie
85 min
French

Paris at the Belle Epoque. Monsieur de Pontagnac, a perfect honest man, loves pretty women too much and that plays him many tricks. What need does he have to follow the pretty Lucienne Vatelin, home, to find himself in the presence of the husband, the notary Vatelin, who is part of his circle? From there, many characters will meet, avoid each other, find each other. Adultery, domestic scenes and reconciliation will be their lot.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Robert McKimsonGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Short

Plot Summary

In this Looney Tunes cartoon, a turkey named Beaky is tricked into believing he is a descendant of a heroic eagle. He is then tasked with protecting a flock of sheep from a wolf, who he mistakenly believes is an eagle.

Critical Reception

As a classic Looney Tunes short, 'The Turkey' is generally well-regarded for its humor and character animation. It's a typical example of the comedic style and production values of Warner Bros. cartoons from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming premise and effective slapstick.

  • Appreciated for the voice work, particularly Mel Blanc's performance.

  • Seen as a solid, enjoyable entry in the Looney Tunes series.

Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reviews for this short cartoon is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This cartoon features the debut of Beaky Buzzard, a character who would go on to appear in numerous other Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts.

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