One Hundred and One Dalmatians

7/21/2023

It's a classic. Great for all children and adults. Not really for me but I'll watch it if the family wants too. I prefer the live version more.

9/1/2024

Walt Disney's classic film, 101 Dalmatians, may not be completely original as it is based on a previous book, but it has turned its characters into beloved favorites, especially Pongo and Purdy. The movie will make you fall in love with all the adorable puppies like Lucky, Penny, Patch, and Freckles. The animation is superb with just the right amount of music that doesn't overwhelm the storyline but does give us the memorable song of Cruella Deville. Speaking of the villain, Cruella is an iconic and fantastically over-the-top character, with Horace and Jasper adding to the trio's incredible dynamic. The film is a delightful experience from start to finish, a complete classic that has been a box office success and is one of Walt Disney's triumphs. Moving forward, the live-action films

3/18/2026

Finally, after years of growing up with and watching the TV shows based on it, 101 Dalmatians and 101 Dalmatian Street, I finally managed to watch where it started! And what can I say? I like the movie. Of course, as with many movies of the time, parts of the pacing are slower than one is used today, like the first showing of the "barking chain", or the whole beginning. But seriously, I think it felt kinda nice and relaxing, before all the action starts! The movie is really well-done and cute. Sure, there are no crazy surprises or twists, it's, well, more "classical", obviously, but very much well-done so. The slow start is a very nice introduction, Pongo and Perdita are lovely, caring parents, and Roger is an equally silly and serious person, both parts fitting well togethe

5/16/2026

Have you ever noticed how some older movies have this crazy, vibrant energy—like the drawings are about to jump right off the screen—while others just look like still paintings? Re-watching 101 Dalmatians, I realized it's a movie that definitely divides people, but it undeniably saved an empire. If you're just in it for the nostalgia, you'll have a good time. But if you really pay attention, you can spot the exact moment Disney swapped fairy-tale magic for a grittier, modern vibe. Let's look past the "sketchy" animation style and dive into how a movie about dogs completely changed the history of animation. When you look at 101 Dalmatians visually, you can't ignore the huge shift in animation techniques. It often gets labeled as "rough" compared to the polish of Pinocchio, but I'd argue