We’ve all spent a part of your childhood watching cartoons. And Donald Duck has definitely played an important part if you’ve been a cartoon fanatic. This anthropomorphic character is one of the coolest cartoon characters of all time. Walt Disney’s creation of the Donald duck has been in the business for a long time. The success of these cartoon characters speaks for itself. Even kids of today don’t struggle to identify this character. Disney World has Donald Duck to still entertain children of every generation.
Cast and Background
There are too many timeless tales of Donald duck. And Donald Duck visiting Lake Titicaca is definitely one of them. This 1942 film is an adaptation of Saludos Amigos and was released as a short. The film was directed by Bill Roberts and produced by Walt Disney. Walt Disney had also collaborated in the production of Saludos Amigos too. The film was written by Homer Brightman and Roy Williams. Released on February 6, 1943, the film is narrated by Fred Shields and Clarence Nash lends voice to Donald duck.
Plot
The plot revolves around Donald’s visit to Lake Titicaca. He takes sailboats and discovers the beauty of the city. Initially, he finds it difficult to adapt to the conditions being at a considerably higher altitude. Finally, when he starts finding it comfortable, he finds his way around. He is always instructed by the narrator about the ways of his new locality. He even warns Donald of the strong winds of the Lake. This is a reference made to the real Lake Titicaca where the winds are indeed very strong. He discovers street artists and merchants. The illustration of the same along with the visualization adds more insight.
After making friends with a child and a Llama, Donald takes a ride on the Llama. The two of them get caught in another adventurous journey. The high altitude adding to this adventure, makes Donald reach the other side of the mountain. Having dropped Donald in his new site, the Llama bids farewell. Finding himself in a pottery market, Donald takes away back home in a pottery vase.
Themes
Adapted from the original film Saludos Amigos, the movie is set in a Latin community. Released as a live-action film, it is one of the initial films to bring in more inclusive and diverse characters in Hollywood. The film features Donal duck who is new to the locality of Lake Titicaca. His various adventures in adapting to his new surroundings and making friends become the plot of the story. With tinges of fantasy, the culture of the Latin community is described in the most magical way.
Conclusion
Donald Duck visits Lata Titicaca is one of the children’s movies that is not just limited to children. It talks about the various phases of life. From Donald facing issues in adapting to his new surroundings to talking about how the culture of different parts of the world is significant. This journey is described and visualised with a magical touch making it one of the best Donald duck films.
