To pay homage the generous donation of former
Cinematheque quebecoise director Robert Daudelin's exceptional collection of Jazz vinyl records and periodicals to the
Phonotheque quebecoise, the Cinematheque will be screening some musical animation gems.
Some of the shorts, notably
Coal Black and de Sebben Dwarfs and
Tin Pan Alley Cats are controversial for what many (including myself) consider racist imagery, which was the norm for the dominant popular culture of the day. What many of these shorts also have is unparalleled animation with an incredible sountrack and unparalelled timing.
This screening also features a new 35mm print of
The Greatest Man in Siam, newly acquired by the Cinematheque.
Catch it on Thursday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m., but if you miss it, you get a second chance on May 14.
Labels: Bob Clampett, Cinematheque quebecoise, Dave Fleischer, Friz Freleng, George Pal, John Hubley, Montreal, Shamus Culhane, shorts, Tex Avery
