Dreams of the Rarebit Fiend: The Pet
Watch TrailerAfter eating a rarebit, a man falls asleep and dreams his wife adopts a mysterious animal with an insatiable appetite. The pet eats its milk, the house cat, the house's furnishings, rat poison, and passing vehicles, including airplanes and a blimp, while growing larger and larger. This cartoon is part of a Dream trilogy animated by Winsor McCay in 1921. (CBGP)
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1921 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Fantasy, Animation |
| Director | Winsor McCay |
| Runtime | 11 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (21 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
McCay constructs a surreal narrative from a simple premise—a dream following a heavy meal. He explores a domino effect of absurdity, relying on economical animation where each new item becomes a logical victim for the ever-growing, insatiable pet, escalating the chaos with perfect comic timing.
What lingers after viewing is a hypnotic glimpse into animation's pioneering era, where humor tinged with horror showcases the boundless, peculiar imagination of Little Nemo's creator. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Winsor McCay
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Watch late at night, in a state between sleep and wakefulness, to fully appreciate the hand-drawn details.
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