The Ugly Duckling
1931 · 6 min
Wilfred JacksonCast
Esther Campbell Count Cutelli Florence Gill Richard Guleason Lee Millar
Plot
A black duckling is rejected by its mother, a hen, but manages to prove his worth when a tornado threatens the hen's chicks.
Sinekatalog’s take
A classic animated rendition of the fairy tale, with early Technicolor charm and a sweet message about acceptance. The storytelling is clear and the pace brisk. Lovely for children and animation history fans.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 7.0 / 10 (1,230 votes)
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