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“Pepe Le Pew” Still Captivates Audiences

Pépé Le Pew falls in love with Penelope. She can’t stand his stench.
Source: Looney Tunes

Pépé Le Pew entertains with his loveable silliness and smelliness. Enjoy his amusing diversions as he tries to woo Penelope, the cat.

Pépé Le Pew Creates Lovable and Silly Cartoons for Kids

Love is always in the air in Paris with Looney Tunes: Pépé Le Pew Collection.

The Warner Bros. disc features 17 comical shorts of the lovable French skunk Pépé Le Pew. He strolls around Paris in the springtime when everyone thinks of love and romance. Pépé sees Penelope, falls in love, and pursues the black cat, which is delightful. Penelope is not so thrilled, though. She does everything in her power to get away from the smelly Pépé. The cartoon drawings show hilarious expressions that will delight the kids. Giggles are sure to follow.

*Paris is the city of love—the perfect backdrop for a skunk casing a cat.*
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Pépé Le Pew Blinded By Love

Pépé Le Pew episodes usually involve Pépé pursuing a black female cat that appears to be a female skunk, according to love-struck Pépé. But kids of all ages who watch the cartoons know that Pépé is blinded by love.

He is so in love that he doesn’t even know that Penelope Pussycat is a cat with a white stripe painted down her back. The creators of this comic cartoon series made a reason for the painted line. The white strip happened when she crawled under a newly painted picket fence.

As Pépé pursues Penelope, she runs away from him. Not because she is shy, but because, being a skunk, Pépé has a rancid odor and an aggressive manner. She was watching Pépé hop after her at a carefree pace, as a love-stricken skunk entertained.

Ze Arms of Pépé are Upon You

Countless memorable scenes of the lovestruck skunk come to mind. Pépé is on the yacht with his girlfriend and says, “I am ze captain, and you are ze first mate. Promotions will follow quickly!”

I remember Pépé swimming underwater, “When you are a skunk, you learn how to hold your breath for a long time.”

Another unforgettable line is, “Acres and acres of girls!! And they are mine!! All mine!!!”

I chuckle as I recall these moments. They are so very precious. My kids can’t relate to some of the funny lines, but I know they watch riveted to the screen because the cartoon artists created unique characterizations.

*Watching Pépé Le Pew fall in love with a cat is so funny.*

“This little love bundle. Now she is seeking for us a trysting place. Touching, is it not? Come, my little peanut of brittle. I will help you. Wait for me. Wait.” Pepe Le Pew

Is Skunk Spray Toxic?

While Penelope tries to escape him, she fails but suffers the smelly consequences. Just imagine being chased by a love-struck skunk. The smell is so strong and permeating. Penelope’s reaction is not even normal regarding a skunk’s spray. Pépé Le Pew never sprays her, and he only longs for her, keeping the pungent smell at bay.

“What is this? Oh, but of course. This little one wishes to commit suicide to prove her love for me — what a sweet gesture. Nevertheless, I must prevent it.” Pepe Le Pew

Acting Exercises Using Pépé Le Pew as a Prompt

Kids have great imaginations and love to copy what they see others do. If you are a parent and you have the time, after the kids watch one of the Pépé Le Pew and Penelope episodes, encourage them to act it out. Even as an acting teacher, this is one of the best acting exercises for kids.

Young kids take great pleasure in acting out what they just saw on the screen. Looney Tunes Pépé Le Pew cartoons have little dialogue, so it should be easy for each child to act out the story.

You cast one child as the skunk and the other as Penelope. You can have a boy like Pépé Le Pew and a girl like Penelope. Just let them have fun with the characters.

When they finish their scene, validate and encourage them for their excellent performance.

Chuck Jones Delivered Over a Thousand Voices

Chuck Jones created Pépé Le Pew and hired a talented man, Mel Blanc, who has over a thousand voices. Blanc provided the voice for Pépé and based his mannerisms on Charles Boyer’s Pépé le Moko from Algiers (1938).

Others have stated that Pépé may have copied Maurice Chevalier’s mannerisms. I can’t entirely agree because only Boyer would pursue. Chevalier is not stupid enough to think of a cat as a skunk.

With all that, Chuck Jones: Memories of Childhood is a short documentary in which Jones says he based Pépé on himself. He declares that he is ultra shy with girls and that Pépé is a pursuer of girls.

One thing is sure: Pépé Lew Pew episodes are a delight to watch for kids. The stories are very innocent but funny. I hope you and your kids enjoy them as much as my family has over the years.

Best Family Friendly Movies

I hope you can take a peek at Pépé Le Pew, because these cartoons are nothing like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Foghorn Leghorn, or Elmer Fudd. Pépé Le Pew’s hallmark is the silliness and resilience of the love-struck skunk.

As you watch Looney Tunes Pépé Le Pew, I guarantee you will find yourself chuckling and enjoying the misadventures of Pépé Le Pew and Penelope. I wish more were available because they are unique cartoons in the Looney Tunes repertoire.

“Zarafa”

People told me about this film when it was shown at the New York International Children’s Film Festival, and they were blown away. They described the movie as one of the most beautiful animated cinema experiences in storytelling. Zarafa captures suffering at the hands of slave traders. Human beings are treated as property to the edge of monstrous fixation.

Sincerely, I enjoyed this movie and hope everyone sees it as a work of art.

Directed by Rémi Bezançon and Jean-Christophe Lie, Zarafa is a charming animated adventure story with French and English subtitles. We meet an orphaned African boy who sets out on a journey to find his place in the world. His other purpose for the journey is to protect a young giraffe that he considers himself responsible for.

The movie is packed with cute and hilarious moments with offbeat and curious characters, while the boy visits many exotic global locations. It is also exciting, with narrow escapes, rescues, and the threat of capture. The movie’s tear-jerking moments might be tough for some kids to watch. The moments include the deaths of beloved characters that the audience has grown to love.

The movie has its highs and lows and several scary, suspenseful scenes. For example, the two children find themselves in danger with a ferocious dog and an evil villain. The villain is a slave trader who pursues them relentlessly. He even holds a dear little girl in chains while he attacks the boy with the intent to shoot and kill. Another tragedy is when parents of a young child are captured, and their village is burned to the ground.

The movie is fine for older kids, who understand the difference between imaginary and real violence and can put up with the English subtitles.

“Scholastic Storybook Treasures: The Classic Collection”

20 Holiday Adventures – Scholastic Storybook Treasures is the fourth release under the Scholastic Classics label, with loads of content to entertain kids while they learn family values such as right and wrong, truthfulness, and doing unto others. As the title says, the DVD contains 20 holiday stories. My favorites are The Night Before Christmas, Little Drummer Boy, Max’s Christmas (from Max and Ruby, currently airing on Nick Jr.), and Noah’s Ark.

Classic storybooks come to life and draw kids’ attention, making a wonderful way to introduce kids to reading. Other stories on the disc include Merry Christmas, Splat, Morris’s Disappearing Bag, Merry Christmas, Space Case, Bear Snores On, Too Many Tamales, Lemonade in Winter, The Snowy Day, Fletcher and the Snowflake Christmas, In the Month of Kislev, Seven Candles for Kwanzaa, Great Joy!, Antarctic Antics, Giving Thanks, Bear Has a Story to Tell, The Clown of God, and Brave Irene.

The next Scholastic Collection is narrated by Oscar winners Kathy Bates and Paul Giamatti, and B.D. Wong from Law & Order. 20 Fairy Tales – Scholastic Storybook Treasures features twenty classic tales on a single DVD. My favorites are Cinderella, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Hansel and Gretel, and The Boy Who Cried Wolf.

The classic fairy tales are so much fun for the kids to watch while learning family values and the importance of reading. You can even place your storybook in the room with them while they watch the classic stories on the screen. The rest of the classic titles on the DVD are Doctor De Soto, Each Peach Pear Plum, Extra Yarn, Harold’s Fairy Tale, Lon Po Po: A Red Riding Hood Story from China, Princess Furball, Rapunzel, Red Riding Hood, Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Little Match Girl, The Red Shoes, The Three Little Pigs, The True Story of The Three Little Pigs!, The Ugly Duckling and The Emperor’s New Clothes.

“Chuggington: The Big Freeze”

The weather is still not cold enough, but freezing high-speed adventure is on the way. My preschoolers were treated to the newest Chuggington DVD called Chuggington: The Big Freeze.

The latest popular DVD collection from the United Kingdom is entertaining with six episodes. There are adventures for preschoolers while teaching lessons about right and wrong and sharing. It is no wonder this is a highly rated show distributed by Disney.

One episode is a holiday special called The Big Freeze. The chuggers perform one heroic rescue after another. The kids learn from these shows by watching the characters solve the situations presented to them. Like, when icy temperatures cause the town to run out of fuel and all diesel engines are grounded. They solve the problem as Chief Jackman and his team of brave Chug Patrollers work together to find a way to the frozen docks to retrieve fuel and get the town of Chuggington moving once again. It also teaches preschoolers important lessons about safety, responsibility and teamwork as they watch Wilson, Koko, Brewster, and Asher.

Another episode features Fletch trying to repair the lighthouse, and Calley testing to become a first responder. Another is where the kids get to watch Brewster get closer to being a Chuggineer. The lessons taught in these shows are so helpful. The series has great characters for kids to watch and get to know.

“Peppa Pig School Bus Trip”

Peppa Pig is a clever children’s show. The British accents add to its hilarity, and then there is the character’s knack for falling over and laughing at the end of each episode. It can’t go unnoticed by all. My kids love seeing them jump in muddy puddles or feed the insatiable ducks. It is so funny.

Still, the show is realistic, showing family life as animals. Each different animal depicts the diversity of people in real life. This concept comes through to the kids. We all need to get along with each other, no matter how different we are as animals. Peppa Pig School Bus Trip includes ten episodes to keep the kids busy.

Anyone who knows the show appreciates the fact that it shows kids getting ready for school. Nothing like a little encouragement with that topic, is what I always say. Anyone who is a fan of the show or who has never seen Peppa will enjoy this DVD in their collection. The set includes a Mini Book, too.

“Power Rangers Super Megaforce: The Legendary Battle”

The Legendary Battle picks up exactly where the last episode of Power Rangers ended. The citizens of Harwood are in a hopeless situation and in need of help. Carter and Dana, as Lightspeed Rescue Rangers, Red and Pink, show up and help. You might be surprised to see them returning as cameos in the series. That is what this series is all about: returning Power Rangers. It is one of the best cameo returns for this series because Carter and Dana are still rescue workers. It is great to see these two performing in their ideal environment. Some of the other legendary Rangers fare pretty well, but Carter and Dana stand out strongly.

Other legendary Power Rangers return to help the citizens as well. Cassie, TJ and Leo save people and animals alike. They perform functions that are not in line with their original nature, which makes the comebacks more interesting. Most fans will smile to see them not just back, but in magnificent HD.

Then, the other Rangers wake up and truly see how bad everything has become. The Power Ranger team reunites with Gosei, who is still the awful adviser and does absolutely nothing to help the team. The story is strong at this point, where the actors are stellar. The pain on their faces shows their concern for helping the world. Andrew Gray turns in a strong performance as well.

I don’t want to give the whole story away, but I hope I’ve given you an idea of what to expect from the DVD set. The final episode has the extended 10-minute version, which is a real treat. You will see the realistic defeat of Emperor Mavro.

Another extra is added: a 10-minute Legacy clip from Lionsgate. This is the finale of the legacy, well worth the time and effort to watch.