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minespatch Since: Sep, 2009
#126: Jul 11th 2014 at 11:48:27 AM

Holy crap... Paul Williams is working on the film. This is so awesome. He's gonna make me cry with his music(if you listen to Phantom's theme on Phantom of the Paradise, just so much heart).

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#127: Jul 11th 2014 at 11:57:54 AM

You know, the podcast reminded me of something else I've been thinking about: this could be the first big animated film in nearly twenty years to prominently feature religion and religious themes. The church is apparently a big part of the town, I've seen a lot of crosses in the concept art and the Mumford and Sons song will be used in a religious context. In today's world, where Disney won't even allow a mention of God in one of their songs, I think this is pretty remarkable.

[down] I said nearly. And besides, the last major one was The Prince Of Egypt. Either way, it's been a while.

edited 11th Jul '14 12:04:08 PM by Mort08

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kyun Since: Dec, 2010
#128: Jul 11th 2014 at 12:01:52 PM

Didn't The Hunchback Of Notre Dame come out less than 20 years ago?

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#129: Jul 11th 2014 at 5:09:09 PM

I've been worrying that the movie may 'flat' on the drama....but hearing all this buzz about these dark themes and potentially tragic moments, I'm now looking even more forward to it! The Book of Life is going to be DEEP. grin

Gosh I haven't seen a kids movie in so long that actually had me deeply invested. Before anyone asks, no I didn't feel for the characters in The Lego Movie. It's a great movie, don't get me wrong, but when even the drama can't take itself seriously (most of the time) I just my brain off and enjoy what's given to me. Also I haven't seen HTTYD 2 yet.

edited 11th Jul '14 5:57:05 PM by TheLemsterPju

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#130: Jul 11th 2014 at 5:16:02 PM

I remember seeing the trailer for the first time and thinking "Wow, this has the potential to explore some really dark and mature ideas." I'm so glad they're going that route, even if I do fear for poor Manolo.note  If it manages to deliver on those ideas, it can definitely be an Oscar frontrunner. Yes, more so than Lego Movie and HTTYD 2.

edited 11th Jul '14 5:34:46 PM by Mort08

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TheLemsterPju Since: May, 2013 Relationship Status: Non-Canon
#131: Jul 11th 2014 at 6:09:55 PM

I'd have to say Jorge Gutierrez' simplified, almost "cutsey" art style would work eerily well with the more heavier moments of the film.

I don't know how to really explain it. Something about how 'loose' the characters look and how expressive they can be; then shifting to very subtle facial expressions with slower body movements that wouldn't normal see in this sort of style, creates more sympathy than you would from a more realistic design....it's almost child-like and atmospheric in a way.

Anyone else getting what I'm saying?

edited 11th Jul '14 6:11:38 PM by TheLemsterPju

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#133: Jul 11th 2014 at 6:23:16 PM

Didn't The Hunchback Of Notre Dame come out less than 20 years ago?

Came out in 96', so 18 to be exact.

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#134: Jul 11th 2014 at 6:26:04 PM

You guys are missing the point I was trying to make.

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#135: Jul 11th 2014 at 6:32:03 PM

I was just answering a question. tongue

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#136: Jul 11th 2014 at 9:14:18 PM

So I think I came up with a good idea for a potential Bittersweet Ending. If this doesn't happen, then I call dibs on fanfic.

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minespatch Since: Sep, 2009
#137: Jul 12th 2014 at 12:33:22 PM

Is it bad I want to see a tango scene between La Muerte and Xibalba? OTL

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#139: Jul 12th 2014 at 9:18:49 PM

[up]I'm thinking a scene out of the film version of Chicago for some reason. [lol]

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#140: Jul 12th 2014 at 9:21:48 PM

[up] I'm picturing choreography similar to the monologue portions of Cell Block Tango.

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ElectricalLass from California Since: Feb, 2013 Relationship Status: Showing feelings of an almost human nature
#141: Jul 19th 2014 at 8:34:52 PM

I nominate Manolo Sanchez for Most Adorkable Animated Male of 2014!

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#142: Jul 19th 2014 at 8:59:55 PM

I don't think Emmett takes kindly to that. tongue

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#143: Jul 19th 2014 at 9:20:56 PM

Nor will Hiro Hamada. Blood shall be spilled amongst the Tumblr fangirls this holiday season. Joy to the world! evil grin But seriously, more Adorkable animated guys are always good. I don't find Hiccup that adorkable anymore, so I need to fill the void.

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minespatch Since: Sep, 2009
#144: Jul 19th 2014 at 10:24:00 PM

I'm stuck in the corner wondering why I find myself blushing at Xibalba. Dammit... OTL

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#145: Jul 20th 2014 at 12:13:21 AM

It's totally understandable. He's awesome in his own special way.

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ElectricalLass from California Since: Feb, 2013 Relationship Status: Showing feelings of an almost human nature
#146: Jul 20th 2014 at 4:17:58 PM

When's the second trailer?

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#147: Jul 20th 2014 at 4:56:22 PM

We may get something from the Comic-Con presentation on the 25th, but I'm guessing it'll be with The Boxtrolls in September.

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minespatch Since: Sep, 2009
#148: Jul 20th 2014 at 5:47:44 PM

We're getting a second trailer?! grin 83

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#149: Jul 20th 2014 at 5:59:58 PM

Most movies get two or three trailers unless it's something really big or really small. And speaking of the advertising, I found character posters!

edited 20th Jul '14 6:38:57 PM by Mort08

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ElectricalLass from California Since: Feb, 2013 Relationship Status: Showing feelings of an almost human nature
#150: Jul 20th 2014 at 6:56:45 PM

Why does Manolo put skulls on everything he owns? Even given the setting, that's not quite normal.

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