Clown of the Jungle

Clown of the Jungle (1947) blends Animation and Comedy elements. Top cast includes Clarence Nash and Pinto Colvig. The plot follows a central conflict that grows in scope as the film progresses.

Actor: Clarence Nash • Genre: Comedy movies

In the African jungle, the narrator introduces us to the various birds living there and to wildlife photographer Donald Duck intent on getting some pictures. Unfortunately, all his attempts to photograph birds are ruined by the "clown of the jungle", the Aracuan Bird. Example: when Donald attempts to photograph a chorus line of hummingbirds, the Aracuan Bird interrupts the picture with a Russian kick dance. Donald becomes aggravated to the point where he gives chase but the bird always manages to outsmart Donald and make short work of his sanity.