This cartoon opens with a narrator introducing the ancient Greek Acropolis, describing its wealth and beautiful architecture. Tom is depicted as one of these inhabitants, an alley cat who lives in the shadows of Athens searching for food.
Allen Swift
Tom / Jerry / Clint (voice)
It's Greek to Me-ow! is a animation, comedy film released in 1961 exploring themes of ancient greece, short film. Directed by Gene Deitch, it stars Allen Swift. This cartoon opens with a narrator introducing the ancient Greek Acropolis, describing its wealth and beautiful architecture. Tom is depicted as one of these inhabitants, an alley cat who lives in the shadows of Athens searching for food.
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