Looney Tunes Throwback: Analysing Stooge for a Mouse (1950)

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In this episode, we dive into a review of the Looney Tunes short 'Stooge for a Mouse,' released on October 21, 1950 and directed by Friz Freleng. Joined by fellow reviewer Matt Hunter, we discuss the plot involving Sylvester, his bulldog friend Mike, and a mischievous unnamed mouse. We also touch on Friz Freleng's writing contributions and compare the short to other works by Chuck Jones and Freleng. 

 

00:00 Introduction and Channel Welcome

00:41 Reviewing 'Stooge for a Mouse'

00:52 Availability and Distribution

01:20 Plot Summary and Character Discussion

01:59 Friz Freleng's Writing and Directorial Style

03:28 Comparisons with Other Directors

06:52 Animation Errors and Restored Version

07:48 Final Thoughts and Ratings

08:18 Conclusion