Animated films haven’t always been kids stuff. Actually, the short subjects of animation’s golden age from the likes of Warner Brothers and the Fleischer Studios were most definitely not created with kids in mind. Still, these films were the type of thing that would appeal to youngsters, and they would become staples of kiddie TV... Continue Reading →
Cool World
Pretty much every classic animated character gets revived at some point or another. In the late 80’s it was MIghty Mouse’s turn with a Saturday morning version called “Mighty Mouse: The New Adventures.” But a controversy arose when a family values organization claimed that one episode depicted the animated hero snorting drugs. It didn’t help... Continue Reading →
Warner Archive New Releases – March 19, 2013
Here is our weekly dose of new releases courtesy of the Warner Archive. This week offers a unique selection of late 70's / early 80's era comedies, featuring the likes of Elliot Gould, Bob Newhart, Robbie Benson, and an animated effort from Ralph Bakshi. - Whiffs (1975) - I Will...I Will...For Now (1976) - First... Continue Reading →