Gerald McBoing-Boing (1950)
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The story of a little boy who would only talk in sound effects. With story by Dr. Seuss (and Bill Scott of Rocky and Bullwinkle fame) this cartoon won the Oscar for best short subject (animated) for 1950.
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DoctorFatherAutographRunning awayCelebrityScooterShavingStraight razorTeasingStaircaseSound effectShort film
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Genre affinityComedy · Family · AnimationTheme affinityDoctor · Father · AutographVisual styleAnimationDialogue densityComedyPacingShortEmotional intensityFamily
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Frequently asked questions about Gerald McBoing-Boing
What is Gerald McBoing-Boing about?
The story of a little boy who would only talk in sound effects. With story by Dr. Seuss (and Bill Scott of Rocky and Bullwinkle fame) this cartoon won the Oscar for best short subject (animated) for 1950.
How long is Gerald McBoing-Boing?
Gerald McBoing-Boing has a runtime of 8 minutes.