The Bear That Couldnt Sleep

"The Bear That Couldn't Sleep" is a 1939 animated short directed by Rudolf Ising for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer as part of their Barney Bear series. It marks the debut of Barney Bear, a character created by Ising in the late 1930s. The film follows Barney's attempts to hibernate during winter but is constantly disrupted by various mishaps, such as water leaks, a noisy fire, and malfunctioning household items. Despite setting numerous traps to prevent disturbances, Barney faces chaos throughout his domicile, culminating in a catastrophic end when spring arrives early. The soundtrack features songs like Brahms' "Lullaby" and Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's "Frühlingslied," enhancing the film's whimsical tone.