Early Looney Tunes #1

The first ever Looney Tunes cartoon was entitled 'Sinkin' in the Bathtub' and featured Harman and Ising's character Bosko. This cartoon, although created by Warner Brothers animation, bares distinct similarities to early Disney animation - particularly 'Steamboat Willie'. It begins with a whistle similar to that of Micky himself then later on in the film, a goat eats something important to the character (in this case flowers and in Disney's is music sheets) and slapstick humour is used at the expense of a cow. There are also similarities to another of Disney's greats 'Plane Crazy'. The train in the animation has very similar characteristics to the one that Mickey acquires and the male lead chasing after his damsel girlfriend in a run away vehicle. Bosko's girlfriend also bares a remarkable resemblance to Micky's girlfriend Minnie; both have a similar facial shape, identical flowery skirts and something in their hair.

Minnie Mouse and Honey Comparison