No More Direct to DVD Sequels!!

Morrigoon · 07-24-2007, 01:17 PM

I baked him a cookie, but I eated it.

Tref · 07-24-2007, 11:30 PM

I heard they were going to be Direct to Laser-Disc, instead. That's good news for because I have not yet upgraded by home-theater technology.

Tref · 07-25-2007, 12:37 PM

From Slate.com

... A few weeks ago, they announced a dramatic reorganization of Disney's animation departments, eliminating one of the company's most lucrative, yet most criticized, products: straight-to-DVD sequels of classic animated films like Bambi and Cinderella. The Pixarians had long been critical of such sequels (Pixar co-founder Steve Jobs called them "embarrassing" back in 2003) and the move was viewed by many as a triumph of class over commerce ...

But have you ever actually watched one of Disney's DVD sequels? If you're expecting half-assed hack-work, you're in for a surprise. Lady and the Tramp II (2001), Bambi II (2006), and Cinderella III (2007), to take three recent examples, are certainly not perfect, but they're worthy successors to the originals, carrying the well-worn stories forward with care and charm. What's more, the movies tell their stories in the classic animation mode, using hand-drawn images, winning songs, and an energetic but not hyperactive style that has entertained children since Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. And which, given the chance, can still engage children today.

... And unlike the current crop of animated features, Disney's direct-to-DVD sequels tell their stories simply, without a constant barrage of slapstick and winking pop-culture references ... the jokes tend to be quiet, the action gripping if only occasional, and the entire pace of the movie enjoyably slower than you're likely to see onscreen these days. How much slower? Lady and the Tramp II and Cinderella III even make time for character-defining songs, the way animated movies used to ...

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AllyOops! · 07-25-2007, 12:50 PM

I admit, I wanted to see the Cinderella sequel that was adverstised in the beginning of the year (if I remember correctly). I love the original Cinderella. Any story told that revolves around a girl and her shoes that fit just right has "AllyOops!" written all over it.

I also admit that I liked the Aladdin sequel (where Homer played Genie because Mork wouldn't).

07-24-2007, 01:17 PM	#1
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Tref Not Tref Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,188	I heard they were going to be Direct to Laser-Disc, instead. That's good news for because I have not yet upgraded by home-theater technology. __________________ Tref3.0 Listen in aural 3-D to Pop's muzak! (New songs added semi-bi-daily) j & j Did you know that Emas eht yltcaxe is exactly the same spelled backwards?!
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07-25-2007, 12:37 PM	#3
Tref Not Tref Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,188	In defense of Direct to DVD From Slate.com ... A few weeks ago, they announced a dramatic reorganization of Disney's animation departments, eliminating one of the company's most lucrative, yet most criticized, products: straight-to-DVD sequels of classic animated films like Bambi and Cinderella. The Pixarians had long been critical of such sequels (Pixar co-founder Steve Jobs called them "embarrassing" back in 2003) and the move was viewed by many as a triumph of class over commerce ... But have you ever actually watched one of Disney's DVD sequels? If you're expecting half-assed hack-work, you're in for a surprise. Lady and the Tramp II (2001), Bambi II (2006), and Cinderella III (2007), to take three recent examples, are certainly not perfect, but they're worthy successors to the originals, carrying the well-worn stories forward with care and charm. What's more, the movies tell their stories in the classic animation mode, using hand-drawn images, winning songs, and an energetic but not hyperactive style that has entertained children since Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. And which, given the chance, can still engage children today. ... And unlike the current crop of animated features, Disney's direct-to-DVD sequels tell their stories simply, without a constant barrage of slapstick and winking pop-culture references ... the jokes tend to be quiet, the action gripping if only occasional, and the entire pace of the movie enjoyably slower than you're likely to see onscreen these days. How much slower? Lady and the Tramp II and Cinderella III even make time for character-defining songs, the way animated movies used to ... To read more, click here __________________ Tref3.0 Listen in aural 3-D to Pop's muzak! (New songs added semi-bi-daily) j & j Did you know that Emas eht yltcaxe is exactly the same spelled backwards?!
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07-25-2007, 12:50 PM	#4
AllyOops! It's Peanut Butter Jelly Time!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Introspection Intersection Posts: 1,207	I admit, I wanted to see the Cinderella sequel that was adverstised in the beginning of the year (if I remember correctly). I love the original Cinderella. Any story told that revolves around a girl and her shoes that fit just right has "AllyOops!" written all over it. I also admit that I liked the Aladdin sequel (where Homer played Genie because Mork wouldn't).
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