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Old King Cole
Old King Cole throws party and invites all of the Mother Goose characters. He warns them that they must leave at midnight. Another collection of characters puts on a stage show. The Ten Little Indian Boys get everyone dancing along. The Hickory Dickory Dock mice announce midnight, and everyone leaves, back into their books.
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Plot Summary
This Silly Symphony short features Old King Cole throwing a grand ball for his court. Among the attendees are Mary Queen of Scots and the personified nursery rhyme characters of Little Bo Peep and her sheep. The festivities are interrupted by the arrival of the Three Little Pigs, who bring a spirited jazz band with them, leading to a lively musical celebration.
Critical Reception
As an early Disney Silly Symphony short, 'Old King Cole' was well-received for its innovative animation techniques and musical numbers, contributing to the growing popularity of animated short films. It showcased Disney's burgeoning ability to bring classic nursery rhymes to life with charm and humor.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its vibrant animation and engaging musical sequences.
Appreciated for its charming interpretation of classic nursery rhyme characters.
Seen as a solid example of early Disney's technical and creative prowess in animation.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's nostalgic appeal and the joy derived from seeing beloved nursery rhyme characters animated with early Disney's characteristic flair and musicality.
Fun Fact
This short is notable for being one of the earliest appearances of characters that would later be central to the film 'Babes in Toyland' (1934).
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