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Fledermaus · 01-12-2006, 09:57 PM

*sigh*

I hope this isn't their final version. First, I think the design is snake-like, as LUCKFF said... And even with a lackluster design, the least they could do is give them some texture. The skin looks rubbery smooth in that cheap computer way.

I'm glad they didn't just do a translation of the live-action movie turtles(which I'm not terribly fond of, due to their creepiness/vague semblence to turtles) Why couldn't these guys just study turtles and get some inspiration? Come up with a new, but good design? Instead of generic reptile head, why don't they just go for turtle-based heads... I mean as far as eye-spacing and snouts go? The cheeks are way too... sharp. So exaggerated, they don't even look like turtles. More like dinosaurs, if you ask me.

Let's face it, guys. TMNT is an old franchise. Talented, creative people would rather work with franchises that aren't ancient and haven't been dragged through the mud. Unfortunately, while Superman and Batman are classic, being from their "good ole days" era, TMNT is from the 80's. Much as we may be attached to such gems... much of the older generations hate the decade (by older, I mean baby boomer and slightly younger). At least, that is the impression I have gotten from teachers. So we shouldn't be surprised if this movie stinks to high heaven. I'm still bothered by who they have gotten to direct the film -- take a look at Mr. Munroe's resume. And pray he's creative genius waiting to happen.

The only thing I like about the design? They gave Leo red eyes.

I remember, when googling pictures of pond turtles, one species whose males had red-yellow eyes. Very cool, IMO. Gives them that scary freak/animal look.

Doesn't mean I like the eye structure/design. They look like pokemon eyes, IMO. But eye color? Yes. Finally, something other than the generic brown/black shtick a lot of versions have. I hope maybe they'll add some flecks of other colors, if it so happens this ain't the final design.

But other than that, I am not at all enthused by these dinosaurs. Hoping for major improvement. Although I doubt we will see any. TMNT is too old a franchise to get any serious treatment (and as far as I know, there are no creative powerhouses who are really enthusiastic about TMNT. I envy transformers. They have Spielberg in their vast arsenal...)

01-12-2006, 09:57 PM	#35
Fledermaus Mad Scientist Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,115	sigh I hope this isn't their final version. First, I think the design is snake-like, as LUCKFF said... And even with a lackluster design, the least they could do is give them some texture. The skin looks rubbery smooth in that cheap computer way. I'm glad they didn't just do a translation of the live-action movie turtles(which I'm not terribly fond of, due to their creepiness/vague semblence to turtles) Why couldn't these guys just study turtles and get some inspiration? Come up with a new, but good design? Instead of generic reptile head, why don't they just go for turtle-based heads... I mean as far as eye-spacing and snouts go? The cheeks are way too... sharp. So exaggerated, they don't even look like turtles. More like dinosaurs, if you ask me. Let's face it, guys. TMNT is an old franchise. Talented, creative people would rather work with franchises that aren't ancient and haven't been dragged through the mud. Unfortunately, while Superman and Batman are classic, being from their "good ole days" era, TMNT is from the 80's. Much as we may be attached to such gems... much of the older generations hate the decade (by older, I mean baby boomer and slightly younger). At least, that is the impression I have gotten from teachers. So we shouldn't be surprised if this movie stinks to high heaven. I'm still bothered by who they have gotten to direct the film -- take a look at Mr. Munroe's resume. And pray he's creative genius waiting to happen. The only thing I like about the design? They gave Leo red eyes. I remember, when googling pictures of pond turtles, one species whose males had red-yellow eyes. Very cool, IMO. Gives them that scary freak/animal look. Doesn't mean I like the eye structure/design. They look like pokemon eyes, IMO. But eye color? Yes. Finally, something other than the generic brown/black shtick a lot of versions have. I hope maybe they'll add some flecks of other colors, if it so happens this ain't the final design. But other than that, I am not at all enthused by these dinosaurs. Hoping for major improvement. Although I doubt we will see any. TMNT is too old a franchise to get any serious treatment (and as far as I know, there are no creative powerhouses who are really enthusiastic about TMNT. I envy transformers. They have Spielberg in their vast arsenal...) __________________ We're calling it a freeway. Eight lanes of shimmering cement running from here to Pasadena. Smooth, safe, fast. Traffic jams will be a thing of the past. I see a place where people get on and off the freeway. On and off, off and on all day, all night! Soon there will be a string of gas stations, inexpensive motels, restaurants that serve rapidly prepared food! Tire salons, automobile dealerships and wonderful, wonderful billboards reaching as far as the eye can see! My God... It'll be beautiful.