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Duck Pimples
Donald has an unpleasant evening when a mysterious book salesman comes to his door then disappears leaving Donald with a collection of whodunnit novels. He reads one and gets so fully involved in it that it appears that the characters are actually coming out of the book and into his living room getting him involved in the murder caper. Finally the author of the book, J. Harold King, steps forth and claims Donald innocent. The characters return to the novel from whence they came leaving Donald wondering if it was really just his "imagination"
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Plot Summary
A duck is haunted by a persistent fly, leading to a series of increasingly frantic and surreal attempts by the duck to get rid of it. The fly, however, proves to be an uncatchable and unshakeable pest, driving the poor duck to the brink of madness.
Critical Reception
As a classic Tex Avery cartoon, 'Duck Pimples' is celebrated for its fast-paced, anarchic humor and inventive animation. It's considered a prime example of the studio system's output during the Golden Age of American animation, beloved by animation aficionados for its sheer zaniness and technical skill.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Tex Avery's signature wild animation and gags.
The relentless pace and absurd situations are a hallmark of Avery's style.
A memorable example of Warner Bros. cartoons at their most energetic.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the cartoon's frantic energy and laugh-out-loud moments. Viewers appreciate the classic animation style and the sheer absurdity of the duck's plight.
Fun Fact
Despite its memorable title, 'Duck Pimples' is one of Tex Avery's lesser-known shorts from his early work at Warner Bros. before his later, more famous, and boundary-pushing cartoons at MGM.
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