Blackboard Revue

About This Movie

Blackboard Revue, part of the A Color Rhapsody series, is this interesting piece of animation from 1940 where the blackboard sketches literally jump off the chalkboard. It has this whimsical tone that's both playful and a bit chaotic. The pacing flows through different segments—a jungle scene, some musical numbers—all wrapped up in that classic classroom setting. The way they intertwine stories is pretty neat, and you can see the creativity shine through, especially in how they bring the drawings to life. There’s a charm to its simplicity, and the practical effects used to animate the characters give it a unique flair that stands out for the era.

Blackboard Revue has seen a limited release over the years, with some prints becoming increasingly rare among collectors. The film’s animation style and storytelling approach mark it as an interesting study in early cartoon techniques. Its presence in various compilations does circulate it somewhat, but original formats are still prized due to their scarcity and unique charm.