Tea for Two Hundred

Donald Duck and a picnic unfold in a rugged mountain campsite nestled in the trees. The alpine setting provides open space for slapstick chases, cliffs, and water hazards that heighten the action. The remote outdoor backdrop emphasizes the clash between a lone picnic and a resourceful ant colony vying for the meal.

🧭 Resourcefulness

Resourcefulness under pressure drives the action as a tiny ant colony organizes a coordinated raid on Donald's picnic. The ants employ clever teamwork, using mushrooms as drums to rally workers and moving items with surprising efficiency. Donald responds with improvised traps and bold stunts, which only escalate the clash. The sequence shows how collective effort can outmaneuver brute force in a lighthearted battle for food.

💥 Conflict & Consequence

The pursuit over food turns into a slapstick siege, with Donald attempting to defend his stash by dramatic means. He uses a barrel to shield himself, a tightrope gag, and even dynamite, but each tactic backfires in spectacular fashion. The ants' discipline and persistence prevail, turning the picnic theft into a comic victory for the colony. The abrupt consequences—collapsing cliffs and splashes—underscore the playful danger of misadventure.

🎭 Slapstick Comedy

Physical humor propels the entire short as gags hinge on timing, surprises, and exaggerated reactions. The ants' precise maneuvers contrast with Donald's chaotic improvisations, keeping the pace brisk and funny. Props like the large custard pie and the cupcake cherry provide visual punchlines. The piece culminates in a lighthearted triumph for the ants, preserving the cartoon's playful tone.