One Ham's Family
One Ham's Family

Movie spotlight

One Ham's Family

1943
Movie
8 min
English

A hungry wolf with ham in the shape of a pig kid stands in for Santa Claus.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Director: Dave FleischerGenres: Animation, Short, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

In this animated short, a piglet named Percy dreams of being a chef, much to the dismay of his farm animal family who prefer him to stay a pig. Percy attempts to cook for his family, but his culinary efforts lead to chaotic and messy results. Despite the initial setbacks, Percy's passion for cooking shines through.

Critical Reception

As a short from 1943, specific critical reception is difficult to pinpoint with modern metrics. However, Fleischer Studios shorts of this era were generally well-received for their animation quality and humor, often playing to audiences in cinemas as preludes to feature films. The short is remembered as a charming, albeit simple, entry in the studio's output.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its early animation techniques and lighthearted humor.

  • A straightforward and innocent tale suitable for family viewing.

  • Showcases the typical whimsical style of Fleischer Studios shorts.

Google audience: Audience reception for this short is not extensively documented in modern online forums. However, its era suggests it was viewed as a lighthearted piece of entertainment.

Fun Fact

This short was produced by Fleischer Studios during their time with Paramount Pictures, shortly before the studio's financial difficulties led to its eventual closure and the transfer of rights to Famous Studios.

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