Tag: Cultural Commentary

Nestor the Long-Eared Donkey stop-motion scene from Rankin/Bass 1977 special
Posted in Cartoons Children's shows Family Entertainment Holiday Movies TV 1970s

Nestor the Long-Eared Donkey

Nestor the Long-Eared Christmas Donkey” is one of the most emotional and overlooked Rankin/Bass holiday specials. This review explores its mix of 1970s nostalgia, religious narrative, and cultural commentary on prejudice, belonging, and difference. As both animation history and social metaphor, Nestor stands out as a surprisingly powerful Christmas cartoon.

Battlestar December 5, 2025