Calorie Counter: A Lesson In Nutrition, The

Creator: Ellis Carlyle

Format: 16mm

Color: Tinted

Sound: silent

Description: This whimsical 1930s film combines comedy and surreal animation to explore dining mishaps and anthropomorphic food antics. A man struggles at his dinner table as his food—pork chops, potatoes, and even butter—comes to life, sliding off plates and engaging in playful tug-of-war. Animated butter, lettuce, and a sugar cube perform acrobatics and use tableware as seesaws. The chaos turns into delight as the man cheers on his lively meal companions. The film also features a mix of real-life dining moments and calorie-conscious visuals, blending educational elements with humor and imagination.