La Cucaracha

Duration: 22

Creator: RKO-Radio

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: This short subject was the first three-color-film of a dramatic subject. It was photographed in the 35mm three strip technicolor process. It marked a unique collaboration of artist, designer and technical staff to introduce the dramatic use of color. The story is a romantic comedy featuring quasi-Mexican singing and dancing.