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News Hounds
Slip and Sach are working for a local newspaper as a reporter and photographer, respectively. Slip wants to get the goods on a local gambling ring that is fixing sporting events, so he and Sach go undercover to expose the ring.
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Plot Summary
In this animated short, two newsreel photographers, both dogs, are on the hunt for a story. They encounter various mishaps and comical situations as they try to capture the "scoop of the year." Their pursuit leads them through a series of slapstick events, highlighting the challenges and absurdities of their profession.
Critical Reception
As a short animated comedy from Walt Disney Productions, 'News Hounds' was generally well-received for its humor and animation quality typical of the era. It provided lighthearted entertainment, characteristic of the studio's short film output.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic animation and visual gags.
Appreciated for its simple, humorous storyline.
Seen as a charming example of Disney's early animated shorts.
Google audience: Information not available for this older short.
Fun Fact
This short is notable for featuring characters that would later be associated with the Pluto cartoons, though Pluto himself does not appear in this particular short.
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