Racist Bugs Bunny Commercial To Promote US War Bonds
Sunday, May 21st, 2006I love animation, particularly vintage animation but this one, sadly, reflects reflects the inherent racism of the time, with Bugs Bunny shown in blackface doing an Al Jolson impression. This World War II era Bugs Bunny short by Leon Schlesinger promotes the purchase of USA War Bonds. It was shown in the theaters prior to the feature film.
Porky Pig and Elmer Fudd make cameos. Found at Google Video via duke joesby.
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