Power Rangers - the appreciation and discussion thread

[Storm Eagle]

Dino Supercharge resumes on August 20th.

https://twitter.com/nickandmore/stat...30531812524033

For the record, up to the 10th episode has already aired in France, and India has already aired up to the 18th episode. The 18th episode aired in India on June 27th, but they've been airing reruns since then.

[TheCanadiandrome]

yes! about time

[ranger_scout]

Here's another interview with the movie cast. Becky G. revealed that Naomi Scott actually auditioned for Trini, but they wanted her as Kimberly instead.

[LeotheLateBloomer]

Becky G herself playing Trini is a head-scratching casting choice.

[Allio]

[TheCanadiandrome]

cool this is the latest release coming?

[ranger_scout]

The second issue of the Pink Ranger mini comic-book series finally came to my comic-book store and I read it.

Spoiler:

It was so nice to see Kimberly reunite with Trini and Zack! The two of them even got be rangers again! I know that this series takes place in a different continuity, but I really like that we got an idea on what they might have been up to since the left the team.

Spoiler:

Since the first issue I believed that Serge was the guy that Kimberly fell in love with and left Tommy. I will just have to wait and see if he is. However, the question is can he be trusted.

[MikeandRaph87]

I noticed the first issue sold better by a few thousand than MMPR#4. Surprised.

What did you all think of MMPR#5? I left my thoughts on the previous page.

[Storm Eagle]

Originally Posted by TheCanadiandrome

cool this is the latest release coming?

Yes. I talked about that in May in this post.

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...postcount=2432

You even replied to it.

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...postcount=2438

Here's a full frontal image of the cover art.

https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KX2ZXgvMr...57943117_n.jpg

Originally Posted by MikeandRaph87

I noticed the first issue sold better by a few thousand than MMPR#4. Surprised.

Well the story has gotten better in my opinion.

[TheCanadiandrome]

haha i forget sometimes lol

any ways, i'm hoping to find some issues of the new comics when i got outta town later this month

[Storm Eagle]

Someone got a hold of an MMPR promo video that was sent out to retailers and what not.

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMG_2455.jpg

He uploaded it, and you can see what's on it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiDOO7hPu3k

I noticed a couple of scenes with the MMPR cast at F.A.O. Schwarz on February 15th, 1994. I remember that being discussed on the news around that time. All I caught was them interviewing Jason Frank and Thuy Trang. When they were talking to JDF, under his name, it said "Zack". Then when they were talking to Thuy, they spelled her name incorrectly as "Thuw". Anyway, she said that there would be a new season with 50 new episodes, and a movie.

That live show that they did in 1994 also backed up traffic for about ten miles. Just one more reason for people to have hated Power Rangers back then, right?

[ranger_scout]

Here are some interviews with the reboot's cast and the director Dean Israelite.

[Storm Eagle]

Ohranger is scheduled for release on November 1st.

https://www.amazon.com/Power-Rangers...keywords=Power Rangers&tag=viglink20726-20

[TheCanadiandrome]

Originally Posted by Storm Eagle

Someone got a hold of an MMPR promo video that was sent out to retailers and what not.

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMG_2455.jpg

He uploaded it, and you can see what's on it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiDOO7hPu3k

I noticed a couple of scenes with the MMPR cast at F.A.O. Schwarz on February 15th, 1994. I remember that being discussed on the news around that time. All I caught was them interviewing Jason Frank and Thuy Trang. When they were talking to JDF, under his name, it said "Zack". Then when they were talking to Thuy, they spelled her name incorrectly as "Thuw". Anyway, she said that there would be a new season with 50 new episodes, and a movie.

That live show that they did in 1994 also backed up traffic for about ten miles. Just one more reason for people to have hated Power Rangers back then, right?

Wondering if it's really so hard to find

[Storm Eagle]

Originally Posted by TheCanadiandrome

Wondering if it's really so hard to find

Are you doubting its scarcity, or are you wondering about the probabilities of find one for yourself?

[ranger_scout]

They've hired a third writer for the Pink! mini-series. Her name Tini Howard and here is an interview with her.

You’re joining the writing team of MMPR: Pink a few issues into the story. What has your experience been like becoming involved with the series?

Tini Howard: Well, I got to know the team at BOOM! from a few other projects I pitched for that didn’t happen — that’s kind of the way of the business. I’d been chatting with people over there for a while about the kind of things I’d like to write, so when [Editor] Dafna Pleban reached out to me and suggested I try out for the book, I was thrilled. They run a tight ship over there, and I am never out of the loop or confused.

Was there any nervousness joining a team and a series with two out of six issues already written?

Howard: Not to mention following up Brenden Fletcher and Kelly Thompson, two of the industry’s best writers right now? No, no pressure at all, why do you ask?

Obviously, it’s pretty nerve-wracking. I am a huge fan of what they’ve done so far, and Power Rangers fans are die-hard, but at the same time, I’m in great company. And I got to come in at issue three, which is a HUGE turning point for the series, and an incredible amount of fun.

Comics with multiple writers all tend to reflect a different division of labor. How does your process writing with both Brenden Fletcher and Kelly Thompson work?

Howard: Well, I was brought on to help with the scripting process, which is phenomenally fun. Both Brenden and Kelly are more experienced comic writers than me, with careers I really admire, so it’s fantastic to get to work from the building blocks and outlines they laid out. And they’ve both been amazing to work with. The day I got the job, they both reached out to me to congratulate me personally and make sure I know I can call them any time to hash stuff out about the book. You couldn’t dream up a better pair of collaborators.

What unique skills and perspectives do you see yourself bringing to MMPR: Pink that will add to future issues in the series?

Howard: In issue one, Kim says, “Eat your heart out, Mad Max.” From there, I knew I was gonna love this Kim just as much as I love the classic one. Kim’s a doer, she adapts as needed, and she’s a GREAT leader. I’m definitely a problem-solver at heart, so that’s something I bring to Kim. I can’t just mill around, I’m always moving forward, creating a solution. You know when you’re with a group of friends, and no one can figure out where to eat, and someone finally goes, “Okay, I’m making a decision, follow me.” That’s me. And that’s Kim, too.

Stepping back, what intrigued you about the concept of MMPR: Pink in the first place? Were you a fan of the Power Rangers franchise and Kim growing up?

Howard: I grew up loving the original Rangers, and Kim specifically. And I think it was a brilliant idea to give her a book all her own — she’s nobody’s second banana, not the hero’s girlfriend. She’s the authority, the hero here. She’s in a position where she’s in charge. I think I’d want to read that story no matter who was writing it, but to actually be the person writing it? Along with two other superstar writers and a fantastic artist and colorist? Heck yes.

What do you see as being the strengths of the Pink Ranger that make her such an enduring and popular character?

Howard: One of the things I’ve always loved about Kim is that she’s an athlete. Too often, female characters have to be the “healer” for the group, you know? Kim’s got a physicality that’s incredibly strong, she’s a gymnast who loves archery and motorcycles, and it isn’t at all at odds with her crushes on boys or her ponytails. Hard femme to the max.

How do you work to balance the nostalgia for a character like a Pink Ranger with the potential to invite new readers to discover her for the first time?

Howard: Well, Brenden and Kelly’s work did so much for that. The Kim we meet in issue #1 is smart, clever, she informs so much of the Kim voice I write. However, when I got the gig I celebrated by eating a bowl of ice cream and watching the Green Ranger Saga six-parter episode (I’m an adult, I swear), and I reconnected with that Kim, too. Sure, our Kim has slightly fewer scrunchies and overalls than the classic Kim, but she’s pretty timeless. So she’s either the Pink Ranger you already love, but fully in charge, or she’s a brand-new leadership character who is both relatable and powerful. Kim was a tough girl superhero before those were cool, you know?

What is the one thing you most hope to accomplish while working on MMPR: Pink?

Howard: I think the coolest thing about working on established characters is bonding with readers who might not otherwise be familiar with your work, over a shared love of the character. I hope fans of Kimberly get a feel for the Kimberly I’m working on, and we enjoy those parts of her together. I want to have a whole new crew of friends and fans with whom I can geek out over my favorite Power Ranger ever!

http://comicbook.com/2016/08/04/tini...mpr-pink-team/

[TheCanadiandrome]

Originally Posted by Storm Eagle

Are you doubting its scarcity, or are you wondering about the probabilities of find one for yourself?

Well I found one on eBay in a lot with other MMPR items, so a little of both

[Storm Eagle]

Pre-orders for Ohranger have now gone live on Shout Factory's site for those of you who'd like to get it two weeks early. You may get an error message if you click on "pre-order", but it might still show up in your cart despite that. So check your cart first before you send out a complaint.

https://www.shoutfactory.com/tv/tv-a...omplete-series

[LeotheLateBloomer]

So does anyone know why Haim Saban sold the Power Rangers to Disney, only to buy it back later in 2010?

[Allio]

Saban entertainment went out of business
Disney wanted the abc family block, bought it from saban which was bundled with all their products
Disney grew tired of power rangers and othe stuff
The new saban brands decided to rebuy their stuff
Though it seems currently saban relinquished their hold on Digimon