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Felix the Cat
« Thread Started on Apr 21, 2004, 11:35am »

Mickey Mouse was NOT the first movie cartoon star. It was actually Felix the Cat. His first appearance was in a short film in the early 1900's called "Feline Follies".

Felix the Cat had a very humble beginning as a curious and mischievous little cat. He was first conceived by New Jersey cartoonist Otto Messmer. Soon he was more popular than movie stars and world leaders of the same era. His squat, black body and huge, wide eyes and grin were instantly recognizable worldwide. As well as being first true movie cartoon star, He was published in over 250 newspapers syndicated by King Features in a multitude of languages, reaching practically every corner of the globe. He's now published through Felix Comics, Inc., in various magazines and publications. This rather angular Felix later was metamorphosize into the rounder, more lovable character he is today.

http://www.felixthecat.com

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