About Pluto and the Gopher

In the 1950’s film, "Pluto and the Gopher", we see Disney’s beloved dog character, Pluto, causing mayhem in his quest to catch a gopher. The plot revolves around Pluto digging up Minnie's cherished garden and inadvertently causing destruction to her house to capture a pesky gopher, despite Minnie's firm scoldings.

Making / Production

Produced by the influential Walt Disney Productions, "Pluto and the Gopher" presents the classic rivalry between a dog and a rodent with beautifully detailed animation. As is the essence of Disney films, the directors wonderfully spin a lighthearted tale packed with comedic scenes and valuable moral lessons.

Actors

• Pinto Colvig lends his voice to Pluto. His unique portrayals of the dog's emotions through sound truly capture the audience's attention.
• Russi Taylor delivers a delightful performance as Minnie, portraying her fluctuating emotions from anger towards Pluto's mischief to worry about her ruined garden.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Pluto and the Gopher" was one of the last short films where Pluto was the main character.
• The gopher character was not named in this film but later appeared in future Disney shorts like "Canine Caddy" and "A Gentleman's Gentleman".
• The cartoon reinforced Pluto's character as a determined yet loveable goof — attributes that endeared him to audiences worldwide.

Quotes

• "Oh, Pluto, look what you've done!" - Minnie
• *Series of Pluto's growls and grunts*

Music, Soundtrack

• The background score by Oliver Wallace combines humorous, suspenseful, and tender moments that align with the action on screen.
• "The Merry Go Round Broke Down" is a notable piece in the soundtrack, enhancing the comedic scenes.

Awards

While "Pluto and the Gopher" did not win any awards, its delightful storytelling and animation continue to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression. It remains a notable example of Disney's creative excellence during their golden age of animated shorts.