Image of the Day: The Bear That Wasn't

The Bear That Wasn't was the last theatrical short produced by MGM.  Originally a children's storybook written by Looney Tunes director Frank Tashlin in 1946, the 1967 cartoon was directed by Chuck Jones.  Although a story ostensibly for children, it's also noted for its satirical view of corporate culture and mass indoctrination--if something is repeated enough, even if it isn't true, it will become the truth for many. 

Here are a production cel and timed drawing from the film:

 

 

And the cartoon:

Comments

[Gardenwife]

I'd never seen this one before. Love that line, "You're not a bear. You're a silly man who needs a shave and wears a fur coat." :-D