“Rooty Tooty Toot” is a 1952 short animated film made by United Productions of America (UPA). The film is about a little kid who learns the joy of music and the transformational influence it has on people around him. Color, patterns, sketching, and restricted movement are used to establish a distinct visual style and express the film’s message. Color is used in “Rooty Tooty Toot” in a bright and vibrant manner. The backdrops are frequently a single, brilliant hue, such as a deep blue night sky or the bright red of the boy’s trumpet. The characters are also drawn in bright colors, with basic forms and little features. Color is used throughout the film to generate a sense of energy and excitement, and it underscores the essential role that music plays in the tale.