Mickey's Parrot
A parrot belonging to an escaped killer washes up in Mickey's basement. Mickey hears it talking and thinks the parrot is the killer he's just heard about on the radio. While Mickey is skulking about the basement, Pluto runs into the parrot, first hidden under the fish, and then inside a leftover turkey.
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Plot Summary
Mickey Mouse attempts to teach his pet parrot, Polka Dot, some new tricks. However, the parrot proves to be a mischievous and stubborn student, often outsmarting Mickey and causing chaos. The short culminates in a humorous struggle as Mickey tries to get the parrot to behave, with the parrot ultimately getting the upper hand.
Critical Reception
As a short from the Golden Age of American animation, 'Mickey's Parrot' is generally viewed as a charming but unremarkable entry in the Mickey Mouse series. It showcases the evolving animation techniques of the era and the established personalities of Mickey and Pluto (though Pluto is not featured in this specific short). The humor is typical of Disney cartoons from the late 1930s, relying on slapstick and character-driven gags. It was well-received by audiences at the time as part of a popular theatrical program.
What Reviewers Say
- A lighthearted and amusing short that highlights Mickey's patient yet often frustrated attempts at training.
- Features standard Disney slapstick humor and character interactions typical of the era.
- While enjoyable, it doesn't stand out as a particularly groundbreaking or memorable Mickey Mouse cartoon.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this short from 1938 is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This short marks the first appearance of Mickey Mouse's pet parrot, Polka Dot, who would later reappear in comics and other animated shorts.
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