British Pathé Synopsis: Newsreel footage shows a woman who owns cats, dogs, a rat, a tortoise and a rabbit as pets. Reality Cats: In the opening scene a woman is holding three cats on her lap; a black one and two tuxedos, as well as a dog. The rabbit, rat and tortoise are all sitting […]
Category Archives: Short Film
Hair Love (2019)
Directed by: Matthew A. Cherry, Everett Downing Jr., Bruce W. Smith Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: A father named Stephen faces the daunting task of doing his daughter Yuri’s hair on a very special day. Cartoon Cat: The family owns a gray cat named Rocky […]
Struggle for Individuality – Children Grow Up (Date Unknown)
Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: A silent examination of how children growing up with differing disciplines affects their adult years. Featured Feline: Only the first reel of this film exists but it features a rather prominent white kitten with black markings. Two mothers, each with […]
The Exciting World of Stevens Fabric (1962)
Directed by: Bill Neff Synopsis: An industrial film showing the many uses of Stevens Fabric in everyday life. Cat Burglar (Scene Stealer): In one setup a tiny tabby kitten is seen lying on a bed. Then a baby comes along and tries to grab for the kitten, who makes a hasty retreat over the edge. […]
The Turning Point (2020)
Music Artist: WantawaysDirected by: Steve Cutts Synopsis: A cautionary tale told using the reversal of animals with people in our world. Cartoon Cats: Early in the music video a cat is seen sitting on a sidewalk. Another cat appears petting a small human while sitting on a couch ordering a multitude of items online. Final […]
A Girl’s Own Story (1986)
Directed by: Jane Campion Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: A short film which looks at the lives of three teenage girls growing up in the 1960’s. Cat Burglars (Scene Stealers): One girl named Gloria (Marina Knight) is petting some kittens while talking with her brother […]
Mobile Pet Clinic (1957)
British Pathé Synopsis: Newsreel footage shows a Blue Cross mobile pet clinic making a stop in Victoria, London. Reality Cats: Owners are standing in line with their pets to visit the clinic. Two women are holding two different cats, a black and a tuxedo. Inside the clinic waiting room these same women are sitting with […]
Toyland (1932)
Directed by: Frank Moser Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains some spoilers for this film! Synopsis: Santa Claus delivers presents to a house full of baby animals in this Terrytoons short. Cartoon Cats: A parade of Mother Goose inspired characters comes down the chimney, including Puss in Boots. A little dog rushes […]
Pink Komkommer (1991)
Directed by: Marv Newland This review contains images that may not be safe for work! Kitty Carnage Warning! This short contains cartoon violence against a cat! Synopsis: A compilation of short animated segments tied together by the same soundtrack and a decidedly adult-oriented theme. Purr Blurs: This is one of those interesting collaborations pulled together […]
Uncle Yanco (1967)
Directed by: Agnès Varda Synopsis: While in America to promote a film, director Agnès Varda learned of a previously unknown Uncle named Jean Varda. This short film is a delightful tribute to the man and his artistic lifestyle on a houseboat in Sausalito in the 60’s. Kitty Cameo: In one scene Jean Varda talks while […]