Zippy public information animation on how to keep up with the Joneses - by getting a rebate on rates.
Midas Touch (2007)
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service public information film, which features a man, made completely of molten rock and fire talk to the audience against a smoky black background.
Faroe Islands (1989)
Featuring the voiceover of Sir Anthony Hopkins, this public information film from the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society starts out rather innocently with beautiful hand-painted animation. It describes how once a year a large group of pilot whales swim to a small group of islands known as the Faroe Islands.
Airbeds (1980)
In classic farcical style, the supposed role-model demonstrates the potential dangers of inflatable airbeds to his young ward while doing exactly what he is warning against. Like many of the PIFs directed by Richard Taylor, a serious message is delivered in a fun or eye-catching way.
A Feather in His Collar (1946)
Made for the Community Chests of America, Pluto demonstrates his community spirit by donating his collection of bones.
Defense Against Invasion (1943)
A doctor persuades a group of boys to be vaccinated by explaining how it will protect them against disease. Animated sequences depict the body metaphorically as a city, defended by the blood cells, which are stimulated by vaccination to amass arms and ammunition, in order to defend the city when it is invaded by germs.
Out of the Frying Pan Into the Firing Line (1942)
Documentary short film demonstrating the process by which waste fats from the kitchens of American homes can be transformed into the raw materials for explosives for the war effort.
Health for the Americas: Planning for Good Eating (1946)
An educational short from Disney on the importance of good nutrition.
The Grain That Built a Hemisphere (1943)
This animated documentary outlines the history and importance of corn in North America.
The New Spirit (1942)
Animated documentary promoting timely filing and payment of Federal income taxes, demonstrated by Donald Duck's difficulties with his tax return.
Health for the Americas: The Unseen Enemy (1945)
Disney animated educational film about staying safe from disease.
The Story of Menstruation (1946)
A basic explanation of the purpose and process of menstruation, told largely with diagrams.
Health for the Americas: Cleanliness Brings Health (1945)
The comparison of two rural families to demonstrate the need for proper hygiene and the consequences of its neglect.
The Heart That Changed Color (1975)
A short animated PSA, starring the Tin Woodman and Scarecrow from the land of Oz. They stop woodland animals from smoking a cigarette.
Water: Friend or Enemy (1943)
Animated film that promotes the importance of pure water. The film illustrates correct measures in keeping spring and well water from being contaminated.