Meet the Raisins!(1988)
Directed by: Barry Bruce
Animation / Comedy / Music
Meet the Raisins! (1988) has one catalogued edition on VHS, released in 1988.
VHS edition
About the film
Meet the Raisins! spoofs musical documentaries with its use of anthropomorphic food characters. Through its historical perspective, the special also provided an opportunity to elaborate on the personalities and introduce names of the simple yet popular characters. It follows the California Raisins' humble beginnings, rise to musical success, fall from stardom, and eventual comeback. This includes "home movie" clips, scenes of the group's early days as the Vine-Yls, concert footage, and interviews with the people behind the success of the California Raisins including manager Rudy Begaman. The group is also shown performing various hit songs
Cast: Tim Conner, David Downing, Kareem
Production: Will Vinton Studios