Forward March Hare

Forward March Hare
Forward March Hare
Directed by	Charles M. Jones
Story by	Michael Maltese
Produced by	Edward Selzer
Starring	Mel Blanc; John T. Smith
Music by	Carl Stalling
Animation by	Ken Harris ; Lloyd Vaughan ; Ben Washam
Layouts by	Maurice Noble
Backgrounds by	Philip De Guard
Color process	Technicolor
Production; company	Warner Bros. Cartoons
Distributed by	Warner Bros. Pictures ; The Vitaphone Corporation
Release date	February 14, 1953 (U.S.);
Running time	7:10
Language	English

Forward March Hare is a 1952 Warner Bros. Looney Tunes cartoon directed by Chuck Jones.^[1] The short was released on February 14, 1953, and stars Bugs Bunny.^[2]

Plot

Bugs Bunny mistakenly receives a draft notice addressed to "B. Bonny," leading him to believe he has been drafted into the United States Army.

Upon arrival at the induction center, Bugs's participation elicits bemusement and incredulity from fellow recruits and military personnel alike. His exaggerated physical attributes, typified by oversized shoes and ears, contribute to a series of humorous encounters, including an unintentional bowling incident and a disruptive encounter with his drill sergeant.

Despite his earnest intentions, Bugs's unconventional approach to military life results in a succession of mishaps and disciplinary actions, leading to demotions in rank and additional duties. Bugs's unorthodox methods, such as adorning chickens in tuxedos and utilizing ammunition shells as makeshift tools, perpetuate chaos within the military barracks.

Bugs's true identity as a rabbit becomes apparent to his superiors, prompting an official apology and clarification regarding his ineligibility for military service. Nevertheless, Bugs demonstrates a willingness to contribute to the war effort, embracing a role in testing ammunition shells with characteristic humor and resilience.

Home media

This cartoon is available on the Stars of Space Jam: Bugs Bunny VHS, and Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Volume 4.

References

^ Beck, Jerry; Friedwald, Will (1989). Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies: A Complete Illustrated Guide to the Warner Bros. Cartoons. Henry Holt and Co. p. 245. ISBN 0-8050-0894-2.
^ Lenburg, Jeff (1999). The Encyclopedia of Animated Cartoons. Checkmark Books. pp. 60–62. ISBN 0-8160-3831-7. Retrieved 6 June 2020.

External links

Forward March Hare at IMDb

Preceded by Hare Lift	Bugs Bunny Cartoons 1953	Succeeded by Upswept Hare

[Beck-1] Beck, Jerry; Friedwald, Will (1989). Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies: A Complete Illustrated Guide to the Warner Bros. Cartoons. Henry Holt and Co. p. 245. ISBN 0-8050-0894-2.

[2] Lenburg, Jeff (1999). The Encyclopedia of Animated Cartoons. Checkmark Books. pp. 60–62. ISBN 0-8160-3831-7. Retrieved 6 June 2020.

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