Pin Feathers

About This Movie

So, 'Pin Feathers' is one of those early Walter Lantz works featuring Pooch the Pup, and it's just a neat little slice of animation history from 1933. The pacing is pretty typical for the era, brisk and filled with visual gags that sometimes don’t hit, but there’s a charm to the hand-drawn animations that really draws you in. The atmosphere—light and whimsical—captures that playful spirit of the time, though it might feel dated by today’s standards. It's interesting to see the evolution of character design, and there’s a kind of rawness in the practical effects that you don’t quite get in modern animation. Definitely a curious piece for anyone interested in early animation techniques and Lantz’s style.

This film is part of a period when Pooch the Pup was gaining traction, but Lantz’s works are less common in collector circles. The scarcity of original prints adds to the intrigue, with many collectors on the lookout for any surviving copies. VHS and DVD releases have come and gone, but fans often prefer the raw charm of the original theatrical experience, making it an interesting find for those who appreciate early animation.