Catch As Cats Can (1947) - A Forgotten Looney Tunes Gem?

Video version available on YouTube. Please note that certain sections may not translate well to the audio only format. 

In this episode, we review the 1947 Looney Tunes short 'Catch As Cats Can,' the 509th in the series, directed by Art Davis. The review covers the plot involving two birds, reminiscent of Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby, and their shenanigans with Sylvester. Featuring trivia, animation analysis, and discussion on its unique and odd elements compared to other Warner Bros. cartoons of the 1940s, the video provides insight into this peculiar yet entertaining short. Join us as we delve deeper with guest Austin Kelly and explore Sylvester's evolving characterisation and the playful yet surreal gags

 

Note that this review was done before the new restoration was made available as will be revisited in the future

 

00:00 Introduction and Channel Welcome

00:47 Synopsis of 'Catch As Cats Can'

01:13 Guest Introduction: Austin Kelly

01:21 Initial Impressions and Comparisons

01:40 Trivia and Behind the Scenes

01:52 Character Analysis: Sylvester and the Birds

06:03 Animation Style and Techniques

07:59 Final Thoughts and Ratings

08:33 Conclusion

 

Source: http://www.whataboutthad.com/wb-production-number/

 

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