Brave Little Tailor
Brave Little Tailor

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Brave Little Tailor

1938
Movie
9 min
English

When a giant threatens the land, the cityfolk mistake Mickey's boast of killing seven flies with one blow to be giants. He is then forced to fight the giant for real.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Ub Iwerks, Dave Hand, Wilfred Jackson, Clyde Geronimi, Jack Kinney, Robert ...Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A humble tailor, after swatting seven flies at once, boasts of his feat by crafting a belt that proclaims 'Seven at One Blow!' He embarks on an adventure, hoping to win the hand of a princess and defeat giants and a fearsome dragon, armed only with his wit and his perceived strength. His exaggerated claims lead to a series of comical misadventures as he navigates royal expectations and monstrous threats.

Critical Reception

Released as a Silly Symphony short, 'Brave Little Tailor' was generally well-received for its animation quality and humorous take on the classic fairy tale. It is considered a notable entry in Disney's early animated shorts, showcasing developing character animation and comedic timing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming animation and inventive gags.

  • Appreciated for its humorous adaptation of a familiar fairy tale.

  • A solid entry in the Disney Silly Symphonies series.

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Fun Fact

This short is notable for being one of Walt Disney's last on-screen appearances as Mickey Mouse, though his voice work was limited in this particular short; Pinto Colvig provided the primary voice for Mickey.

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Stitcher “Mickey” is being pestered by some pesky flies that he swiftly despatches with his swatter. Unfortunately, when he regales a fellow villager of tales of his brute strength, his achievement is mistaken for killing seven giants! Give...