The Happy Microbes (1909)
A scientist has acquired a microscope and is showing it off to his friend. He takes various body samples - hair, phlegm, etc. - and puts them under the microscope. The "microbes" coalesce and form different shapes, creating caricatures of various people, such as mothers-in-law and drunks. These animated characters goof around in traditional cartoon fashion.
Director: Émile Cohl
Genre: Comedy, Animation
Runtime: 4 min
Release Date: April 19, 1909
Production: Société des Etablissements Gaumont
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
Themes
Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique
Keywords
social satire, silent film, political satire
More Films by Director: Émile Cohl
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Happy Microbes about?
- A scientist has acquired a microscope and is showing it off to his friend. He takes various body samples - hair, phlegm, etc. - and puts them under the microscope. The "microbes" coalesce and form different shapes, creating caricatures of various people, such as mothers-in-law and drunks. These animated characters goof around in traditional cartoon fashion.
- Who directed The Happy Microbes?
- The Happy Microbes was directed by Émile Cohl.
- How long is The Happy Microbes?
- The Happy Microbes has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).
- What genre is The Happy Microbes?
- The Happy Microbes is a Comedy, Animation film.
- Where was The Happy Microbes produced?
- The Happy Microbes was produced in France.
- What are the themes of The Happy Microbes?
- The themes of The Happy Microbes include: Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique.