About Building a Building

Building a Building is an animated short film by Walt Disney Productions, released in 1933. The movie stars Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Peg Leg Pete in a humorous take on the world of construction. The story revolves around Mickey Mouse working as a hot-dog vendor at a big construction site, where Minnie Mouse is present as a damsel in distress, while the villain, Peg Leg Pete, tries to jeopardize Mickey's plans to rescue his love.

Making / Production

Building a Building was directed by David Hand and was produced by Walt Disney. It is part of a series of Mickey Mouse cartoons produced during this era. The production process involved traditional animation techniques which were revolutionary for its period.

Actors

• Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse: The creator of Mickey Mouse gives voice to the animated character, bringing to life his charisma and charm.
• Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse: Garner lends her voice to Minnie Mouse, successfully depicting the character's innocence and sweetness.
• Billy Bletcher as Peg Leg Pete: Bletcher voices the villainous Peg Leg Pete, injecting the character with menacing charm and wit.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Building a Building is a remake of an earlier Disney short, The Barn (1929).
• It is one of the few Disney cartoons in which the characters are seen in a working-class setting.

Awards

While Building a Building didn't win an award, it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Short Subject, Cartoon in 1934.

Quotes

• "Help! Mickey, Help!" - Minnie Mouse
• "I'll save you, Minnie!" - Mickey Mouse
• "You ain't ruining my plans this time, Mickey!" - Peg Leg Pete

Music, Soundtrack

• The title song 'Building a Building' sets the pace and theme.
• Various instrumental pieces and sound effects underscore the slapstick comedy and action.