Mickey rides up to a cantina and does a tango with Minnie. When a big cat steals her away, Mickey gives chase, riding a drunken ostrich.
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Is Mickey's Early Ride Worth Your Time Today? To put it plainly, no, not for most casual viewers. "The Gallopin' Gaucho" is a crucial piece of animation history, a silent black-and-white short from 1928 that served as one of Mickey Mouse's earliest on-screen appearances, predating the more famous Steamboat Willie. For ...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Ub Iwerks
Eduardo Notari
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"Is Mickey's Early Ride Worth Your Time Today? To put it plainly, no, not for most casual viewers. "The Gallopin' Gaucho" is a crucial piece of animation history, a silent black-and-white short from 1928 that served as one of Mickey Mouse's earliest on-screen appearances, predating the more famous Steamboat Willie. For animation historians, Disney completists, or those genuinely curious about the very genesis of character animation, it's an absolute must-see. However, if you're looking for compel..."
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