Little Darlin’

Director: John Musker
Release date: 1977
Rating: ★★
Review:

‘Little Darlin” is a short animation film that apparently never transcended the pencil test phase. Made by John Musker (of later e.g. ‘The Little Mermaid, ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Moana’ fame) at CalArts, the film immediately shows Musker’s great talent as an animator. All classic animation techniques can be found in this short film, and all are done with the virtuosity of a great talent.

Unfortunately, the film’s designs and story are much less appealing, and the overacting of all three protagonists is tiresome, not funny.

‘Little Darlin” is available on the DVD ‘Giants’ First Steps’