Cat and Mouse
Synopsis
CAT AND MOUSE is Jim Henson’s second and more ambitious interpretation of a composition from jazz drummer Chico Hamilton whom Jim met and collaborated with in 1961. This short, imbued with sly humor, portrays a brief narrative of the dance performed when predator meets prey. Working in his home studio in Maryland, Jim used collage and drawings to animate a story, displaying his unique visual shorthand used to create distinctive characters.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Henson
- Original Score
- Chico Hamilton
- Original Title
- Cat and Mouse
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1m
- Production Studios
- Muppets
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Henson
Chico Hamilton
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Henson
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cat and Mouse
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What is Cat and Mouse about?
CAT AND MOUSE is Jim Henson’s second and more ambitious interpretation of a composition from jazz drummer Chico Hamilton whom Jim met and collaborated with in 1961. This short, imbued with sly humor, portrays a brief narrative of the dance performed when predator meets prey. Working in his home studio in Maryland, Jim used collage and drawings to animate a story, displaying his unique visual shorthand used to create distinctive characters.
Who directed Cat and Mouse?
Cat and Mouse was directed by Jim Henson.
Who stars in Cat and Mouse?
The principal cast of Cat and Mouse includes Not specified.
When was Cat and Mouse released and how long is it?
Cat and Mouse was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Cat and Mouse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cat and Mouse was composed by Chico Hamilton.