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*Bry* · 07-30-2014, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Leo656

To me, the Japanese backstory and Yoshi/Saki rivalry isn't extraneous. That's a major bummer they cut that.

Exactly. That's essential backstory. I've said it before, but it's like a Spider-Man origin without Uncle Ben, or a Batman whose parents aren't killed. Just rips the soul out of the concept for no good reason.

Sanjuro · 07-30-2014, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by AquaParade

To those that have seen the film,

What was the most surprising aspect of the experience?

Thanks

The violence. It was the most violent TMNT film to date by a healthy margin. Despite it being for kids, it's following the Captain America/Transformers trend.

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Originally Posted by Addison81

Is the final fight good? Is it a short fight?

I can't imagine anyone would be disappointed by the length of the action sequences. They all seemed to be the appropriate amount of time and very coherent.

beeshaw · 07-30-2014, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

The violence. It was the most violent TMNT film to date by a healthy margin. Despite it being for kids, it's following the Captain America/Transformers trend.

I can't imagine anyone would be disappointed by the length of the action sequences. They all seemed to be the appropriate amount of time and very coherent.

Best news thus far!

Thanks for taking the time to answer all our questions btw sir!

*TigerClaw* · 07-30-2014, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

Turtle Phones? These ninjas are Section 8!

No phones.

Section 8? What is that?

Sanjuro · 07-30-2014, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by graphic_content

Id like to throw my hat in....

...so there is a scene in the trailers where the Turtle stumble into a room FULL of the Foot, and the Foot rush towards the Turtles...

...do the Turtles rush in and have an epic 4 vs 100 battle, or do they comically run away?

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Originally Posted by Bry

Exactly. That's essential backstory. I've said it before, but it's like a Spider-Man origin without Uncle Ben, or a Batman whose parents aren't killed. Just rips the soul out of the concept for no good reason.

I wouldn't say that. Uncle Ben and Batman's parents always have had one outcome for the most part. The major theme is Splinter (not Yoshi) being a father to the turtles.

graphic_content · 07-30-2014, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

The violence. It was the most violent TMNT film to date by a healthy margin. Despite it being for kids, it's following the Captain America/Transformers trend.

I can't imagine anyone would be disappointed by the length of the action sequences. They all seemed to be the appropriate amount of time and very coherent.

good to hear...the fights in the earlier TF films were difficult to follow (poor cinematography), but the in the trailers the boys have been easier to follow.

Sanjuro · 07-30-2014, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by TigerClaw

Section 8? What is that?

Heh. It's low income housing. Splinter makes a reference to it in the dubbed YouTube videos.

graphic_content · 07-30-2014, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

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that is genuinely disappointing, but hopefully something to look forward to ...sequel anyone?

*CyberCubed* · 07-30-2014, 10:41 PM

what's the point of a tmnt movie with no real origin story?

Sanjuro · 07-30-2014, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by graphic_content

that is genuinely disappointing, but hopefully something to look forward to ...sequel anyone?

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

what's the point of a tmnt movie with no real origin story?

The franchise doesn't have a "real" origin story, so probably should start looking there.

~~Leo656~~ · 07-30-2014, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

what's the point of a tmnt movie with no real origin story?

Who's got time for story? Less story = More Badazz Ninja Action and eye-popping CGI, my brotha. Story's a waste.

Eh, sounds like it'll do what it was trying to do pretty well, but disappointed they didn't aim higher.

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

The franchise doesn't have a "real" origin story, so probably should start looking there.

That's... an interesting way of looking at things. I'd argue some things aren't extraneous. Krypton has to blow up. Otherwise, you're not even telling the same story anymore.

I'unno. Agree to disagree, I guess.

*CyberCubed* · 07-30-2014, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

The franchise doesn't have a "real" origin story, so probably should start looking there.

You sound like you don't care about the TMNT franchise at all. So the last 30 years of comics and cartoons don't matter?

BLUEDRAGON77 · 07-30-2014, 10:46 PM

so heres my question. If somebody has seen all the tv spots and stuff is there still a lot to see or has the trailers pretty much gave away every scene the turtles are in?

*Panda_Kahn_fan* · 07-30-2014, 10:47 PM

SORRY TO ASK ONE MORE, BUT...

Is Saki/Shredder just a background character who Sachs talks to in the shadows, or does he have a bigger role outside of attacking the turtles in the armor?

ctt4lfecw · 07-30-2014, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

You sound like you don't care about the TMNT franchise at all. So the last 30 years of comics and cartoons don't matter?

Pretty much this. I think I'll skip this movie.

trikuza · 07-30-2014, 10:47 PM

Some films show the origin in the second film, like Godfather II. Who knows what they're planning though...

*RaphaelinSTL* · 07-30-2014, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

You sound like you don't care about the TMNT franchise at all. So the last 30 years of comics and cartoons don't matter?

Man, you're quick to attack aren't you?

~~Leo656~~ · 07-30-2014, 10:48 PM

Cubed is a testy sort of fellow, yes.

*Bry* · 07-30-2014, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Sanjuro

The franchise doesn't have a "real" origin story, so probably should start looking there.

Kinda does, though.

There have been variations on it, but this is always the basis. This'll be the first time the Hamato Yoshi element has been removed entirely. Weird choice. Really don't care for that at all.

*RaphaelinSTL* · 07-30-2014, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Leo656

Cubed is a testy sort of fellow, yes.

Sure seems like it.

Anyway, I'm still excited for this interpretation of the TMNT...I'm still holding up my eagerness for the film until I see it myself and see how the experience makes me feel as opposed to what I think SHOULD happen. Of course, that same experience ruined The Dark Knight Rises for me so I'm hoping I don't get a repeat 2 years later.

Next week will be a fun one regardless.

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Panda_Kahn_fan Mad Scientist Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,715	SORRY TO ASK ONE MORE, BUT... Is Saki/Shredder just a background character who Sachs talks to in the shadows, or does he have a bigger role outside of attacking the turtles in the armor? __________________ My TMNT fanfic: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/1266176...n-a-Half-Shell IDW is the best version of TMNT If they make a TMNT reboot movie retelling the shredder battle/origin, I won't buy a ticket.

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trikuza Foot Soldier Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 175	Some films show the origin in the second film, like Godfather II. Who knows what they're planning though... __________________

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~~Leo656~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: nWo Country Posts: 27,703	Cubed is a testy sort of fellow, yes.