THE STORY OF ANYBURG U.S.A. (Released to USA 1957)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì  The Story of Anyburg U.S.A.—Walt Disney—creatively examines whether problems lie in the machine or in the man operating the machine. It's interesting that Walt Disney examined this argument in 1957, an argument relevant over 65 years later. Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images Storyline  A small city thinks automobiles are causing  challenges in their community and suggests the community eliminate automobiles.  Additional Thanks  Thank you to Director Clyde Geronimi for directing effort. Thank you to  Producer Disney for making the film possible. Cast includes Hans Conried, Dal McKennon, Thurl Ravenscroft, Bill Thompson, and Bill Ravenscroft. Buy a Ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? Yes. This short movie tells a sensible story. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers

BUGSY AND MUGSY (Released to Theaters USA 1957)

 

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 3.9|5.0 Starsììì  Bugsy and Mugsy—Bugs Bunny short film—pairs the bunny with gangsters. The film is worth a watch.  Film Poster Courtesy of Wikipedia Storyline  Rocky, the gangster, and his dim witted henchman, Mugsy, try to hide from the police in a condemned building. But Bugs Bunny finds the building is a drier place to live when it is raining than his hole in the ground.  Additional Thanks   Thank you to Director Friz Freleng for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Edward Selzer and John Burton for making the film possible. Cast includes Mel Blanc.   Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?  Yes. This toon is not as good as other films in the Looney Toons lineup. Video Critique Available Here: Ben Meyers