Francis Goes To West Point (1952)

Description

Once again, ever resourceful Francis, the talking mule, comes to the aid of his bubling buddy Peter (Donld O'Connor). In this side-splitting comedy, Francis gets Peter into West Point, then finds Peter Can't handle it. In fact, in a class of 687, he's 687th! The good-natured Peter does his best but loses daily to frilles, hazings and forbidden romance. It all calls for the aid of his long-eared friend, who's there for him and for the Army football team. Watching Francis in action provides hilarious fun and leaves no doubt about the value of horse (or mule!) sense. With much of the footage shot at West Point, inclusion of life around the Quadrangle adds to the film's punch. But as always, it's the needy little guy and is crusty but capable companion who walk away with the honor. The Hollywood Reporter called Donald O'Conner "one of the scren's finest comedy artists" and Francis (voiced by Chill Wills) a "masterful blending of perfect voice and personable animal."