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of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.

April 25, 2020

April 25, 1930


The director, Paul Mazursky (April 25, 1930 to June 30, 2014) carved a unique place in cinematography with his depictions of 20th century American culture. His movies include Blume in Love (1973) and An Unmarried Woman (1978). And, among others, Mazursky co-wrote and directed Harry and Tonto, which was released in 1974.

We read at Cinema Cats that Mazursky's mother walked HER cat on a leash in Greenwich Village, an inspiration possibly for Harry and Tonto.  We found a picture at that site of Tonto.

Harry & Tonto


Mazursky himself shows the best side of American happyendingism with his superficial but adorable plots.


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