There It Is

Name: There It Is
Director: Charles R. Bowers
Genre: Horror, Comedy, Animation, Mystery
Released: 1928-01-01
Duration: 19 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Kathryn McGuire, Melbourne MacDowell, Buster Brodie, Blue Washington

1928Dir. Charles R. Bowers19m

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There It Is is a quirky gem from 1928 that blends animation with live-action in a way that feels fresh even by today’s standards. The pacing is brisk, leading us through the antics of Charley MacNeesha and his sidekick MacGregor as they tackle the absurdity of the Fuzz-Faced Phantom. The film's atmosphere is a strange cocktail of comedy and horror, just right for the time, as it plays on the absurdity of a mysterious figure haunting the Frisbie Home. The practical effects are worth noting too; they create some genuinely amusing chaos that complements the whimsical narrative. Performances have a charmingly exaggerated quality that adds to the overall oddball vibe. Definitely a piece that reflects its era's experimental spirit.

A fine example of early animation techniques. · Merges horror elements with comedy in a unique way. · Features practical effects that are notably inventive for the time.