The Art of Self Defense

The Art of Self Defense

6.5IMDb Score
Released:1941-12-26
Genre:Comedy, Animation
Duration:8 min
Country:United States of America
Director:Jack Kinney
Actors:John McLeish, George Johnson
Production:Walt Disney Productions

Overview:

Goofy takes a lighthearted look at self defense through the ages: cavemen, knights, the age of chivalry, and finally boxing.

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