Felix the Cat: Comicalamities

USA, 1928. Directors Otto Messmer and Pat Sullivan. 8min.

In this silent cartoon, Felix endeavours to transform a ‘homely dame’ into a glamorous Hollywood starlet, using nature’s treasures. As an underwater appointment with the Mother of Pearl and a subsequent hunt for a fur coat both turn hazardous, Felix is forced to rely on the animator’s hand to get him out of trouble.  

Past screenings

Grounded: Fashion’s Entanglements with Nature – London
Saturday 24 May, 11:00 | Barbican, Cinema 2
With talks led by Susie Evans and Marketa Uhlirova.

Grounded: Fashion’s Entanglements with Nature – UK Tour

Saturday 6 September 2025, 11:00 | Watershed, Bristol
With introduction by Dáire Carson.

Sunday 21 September 2025, 11:00 | Dundee Contemporary Arts
With introduction by Marketa Uhlirova and Isabella Coraça. In partnership with V&A Dundee.

Saturday 27 September 2025, 11:30 | Eden Court, Inverness
With introduction by Marketa Uhlirova.

Saturday 4 October 2025, 11:30 | Glasgow Film Theatre
With introduction by Isabella Coraça.

Saturday 18 October 2025, 11:00 | Exeter Phoenix
With introduction by Susie Evans.

Saturday 25 October 2025, 11:00 | Plymouth Arts Cinema
With introduction by Dáire Carson.