"Little Black Sambo" (1935 Original Colored Cartoon)

Explore the animated adaptation of the classic tale in "Little Black Sambo," a 1935 Cinecolor film with sound. Released on February 6, 1935, this short film brings to life the controversial 1899 children's book, "The Story of Little Black Sambo" by Helen Bannerman. Created at the Ub Iwerks Studio and released by Celebrity Productions, this adaptation introduces an unnamed dog who later stars in three of Iwerks' films. Join us on a journey through animation history with this unique take on a classic story.