- Genre
- Animation
- Year
- 1943
- Runtime
- 0h08
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Coal Black and de Sebben Dwarfs
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Synopsis
Coal Black and de Sebben Dwarfs is a 1943 animated musical film directed by Bob Clampett, serving as a parody of the classic tale of Snow White. The story revolves around So White, a young and beautiful girl who escapes her wicked stepfather through the help of a jazz band of seven dwarfs. The film showcases the visual and musical talents of its creators, providing a unique blend of humor, music, and animation that was ahead of its time. Despite some controversial depictions, the film has earned recognition for its groundbreaking animation techniques and memorable musical performances by Ivie Anderson.
Cast
Ivie Anderson
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Mel Blanc
Dwarves / Worm in Apple / Honey Chile (voice)
Ruby Dandridge
Queen's Sweet Voice / Queen's Laugh (voice) (uncredited)
Vivian Dandridge
So White (voice) (uncredited)
Lillian Randolph
Mammy (voice) (uncredited)
Zoot Watson
Prince Chawmin' (voice) (uncredited)
Reviews
Coal Black and de Sebben Dwarfs received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised the innovative animation style and catchy musical numbers, others criticized the racial stereotypes depicted in the film. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 63%, with critics praising the animation but criticizing the racial caricatures. IMDb users rated it 6.1/10, appreciating the film's musicality but acknowledging the dated cultural representations. Metacritic has not provided a rating for the movie. Despite the controversy, Coal Black and de Sebben Dwarfs remains a significant piece of animation history, showcasing both the achievements and challenges of its time.
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