A woodcarver named Geppetto creates a puppet named Pinocchio. The puppet is brought to life by the Blue Fairy with the condition that he must prove his worthiness to become a real boy. Pinocchio is guided by Jiminy Cricket, his conscience. Along his journey, Pinocchio is tempted by dishonest characters and must learn the importance of honesty and selflessness. Eventually, Pinocchio saves his father from a whale and is transformed into a real boy. Meanwhile, Jiminy Cricket also proves himself as a good conscience.
Dumbo, a young circus elephant, is mocked for his oversized ears. With the help of a mouse, he overcomes adversity and becomes a star.
Fun and Fancy Free tells the story of a ventriloquist who entertains at a circus and encounters various fairy-tale characters. It is a mix of live-action and animation.
His Girl Friday is a screwball comedy that follows the story of a newspaper editor, Walter Burns, who tries to win back his ex-wife and star reporter, Hildy Johnson, as she prepares to marry another man. The plot takes a hilarious turn when Walter uses every trick in the book to keep Hildy from leaving the newspaper business and getting married.
Animated documentary promoting timely filing and payment of Federal income taxes, demonstrated by Donald Duck's difficulties with his tax return.
Marianne is a romantic movie set during World War I. Marianne, a French woman, falls in love with an American soldier, creating a love triangle with her fiancé. The movie explores themes of love, jealousy, and remorse.
Richard Dix as Dan Taylor and Preston S. Foster as Paxton Bryce are two longtime friends seeking their fortune in Texas after the war. The two men decide, not without problems, to establish a cattle empire. Paxton becoming too ambitious, distances himself from Dan and Abby, Paxton's wife. It will only be after a personal tragedy that he will come back to his senses.
The story concentrated on a group of test pilots, busily experimenting with a revolutionary all-plastic airplane. Ace flyboy Brad Farrell (Richard Arlen) is determined to prove the practicality of the new aircraft, designed by Professor Blake (Thomas Ross), father of Brad's sweetheart Carol (Jean Parker). Back on solid ground, Brad must vie for Carol's attentions with his own brother, engineer Doug Farrell (Don Castle).
From all the cartoons Walt Disney and his team create a full length feature film fun and fancy free . Learn the story of how ww2 Changed bongo and the rest of the cartoons . How Edgar burgan got to play himself and his puppets.
The Sin of Madelon Claudet is a melodrama about a woman who turns to prostitution to support her son after being wrongfully convicted of theft. With the help of a friend, she escapes the life of prostitution and becomes a successful photographer. However, her past catches up with her and she is forced to make a choice that will test her integrity and lead to a tragic ending.
Officially a Charles Starrett western, Riders of the Badlands divides its running time fairly evenly between Starrett and second-billed Russell Hayden. The plot concerns a Texas Ranger named Collins and his lookalike, notorious outlaw Langdon. When his wife is killed by Langdon's minions, Barton vows to avenge her death.
In this holiday short, Jackie Cooper wants to throw a Christmas party for his friends on his football team but doesn't know how to go about it. His fellow stars at MGM help him out.
In this MGM Miniature Musical, Harry Owens and his orchestra perform several song numbers.
Several behind the scenes aspects of the movie-making business, which results in the enjoyment the movie going public has in going to the theater, are presented. They include: the production of celluloid aka film stock, the materials used in the production of which include cotton and silver; construction crews who build sets including those to look like cities, towns and villages around the world; a visit with Jack Dawn who demonstrates the process of creating a makeup design; the screen testing process, where many an acting hopeful gets his/her start; the work of the candid camera man, the prying eyes behind the movie camera; a visit with Adrian, who designs the clothes worn by many of the stars on screen; and a visit with Herbert Stothart as he conducts his musical score for Conquest (1937). These behind the scenes looks provide the opportunity to get acquainted with the cavalcade of MGM stars and their productions that will grace the silver screen in the 1937/38 movie season.
Three classic stories from the Disney team. 'Donald in Mathmagicland' is an award-winning short film, featuring everyone's favourite duck. 'Ben and Me' tells the story of how one little mouse helped Benjamin Franklin and changed the course of history. Finally, 'Modern Inventions' finds Donald Duck in a mueum where he gets more than he bargained for. From the Back Cover
In this western, a ranch foreman and the bosses son go to a saloon to slake their thirst and find themselves in the midst of a battle started by the feisty saloon owner's wicked ex-husband who loots the safe in the ensuing scuffle.
Sidewalks of New York is a charming romantic comedy that takes place in 1930s New York City. The story revolves around the lives of a boxing young boy, a millionaire, and a slumlord. With a mix of action, comedy, crime, and romance, it explores the complexities of relationships and the vibrant energy of the city.
The Hollywood Revue of 1929 is a comedy-musical film that features an ensemble cast in a variety show format. With an all-star lineup, the film includes comedy sketches, singing and dancing performances, and even a spoof of Romeo and Juliet. It is a colorful showcase of the entertainment industry in the 1920s, with comedic moments and musical numbers throughout the movie.
Jiminy Cricket narrates the history and practice of bicycle safety.