Musings about some of my favorite fantasy literature for young readers, comics old and new, the peculiar publishing industry, the future of books, kids today, and the writing process.
26 May 2013
A Mystery in Miniature Cosplay
This photo popped up on a friend’s Facebook feed. Alas, I don’t know the ultimate source.
The Dynamic Duo’s styling—and the exhaust emissions—suggest a date from the 1960s or ’70s. But the other cars in the background are much more recent.
Overall, that reminded me of the Baby Burlesks short films that Shirley Temple starred in during the early 1930s. Except with better production design.
That scene is from The Amazing Adventures of Little Batman, a 2007 film by Joe Valenti.
ReplyDeleteOverall, that reminded me of the Baby Burlesks short films that Shirley Temple starred in during the early 1930s. Except with better production design.
ReplyDeleteI love that these are not little children dressed up in a silly way, they are highly trained professionals on their way to the job site. Who knew.
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