Spare the Rod (1954)

Genres - Comedy  |   Release Date - Jan 15, 1954 (USA)  |   Run Time - 5 min.  |   Countries - United States  |  
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson

It's chore time in the home of Donald Duck, but nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie would rather play Hawaiian music in their treehouse or indulge in a pirate game. Preparing to punish his nephews, Donald is stopped in his tracks by "The Voice of Child Psychology", who encourages Donald to "be a pal" and join their games. Alas, "understanding" goes to rather ridiculous lengths when Donald mistakes three escaped cannibals for his nephews. This cartoon is highlighted by the satirical silent-movie-style subtitles which periodically interrupt the action.