Steamboat Willie:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBgghnQF6E4
This animated short by Disney became a huge hit in 1928 when it was released, as the audience were both entertained by and could feel a somewhat emotional connection with the anthropomorphised character of Mickey Mouse.
The cartoon is in black and white and, although some use of the artists' hand is evident, the animated movements of the frame changes are still fairly smooth.
A cheerful soundtrack is used throughout the cartoon to match with the slapstick comedy in use throughout. Some of the animations are slightly out of sync with the sound used in the film, however this is not particularly noticeable, especially considering how the animation was created a very long time ago.
The scenario of 'cat and mouse' is used, as Mickey is bullied by the big cat who is the boss of the boat. This not only presents a sense of humour but also allows the audience to root for Mickey as the underdog, creating a connection between the character and audience.
Although all of the characters are animals, certain ones are anthropomorphised and others aren't. For example, the cow and the parrot are presented as simple normal animals, yet Mickey and Minnie mouse are highly anthropomorphised, by the fact that they walk on two legs, wear clothes, and have a romantic connection with each other. This enhances the emotional connection with the audience, as Mickey and Minnie are shown to think and feel as humans would.
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