Official Episode Discussion S4 Ep 19: Bat in the Belfry - Page 6

TheMasterTurtle · 09-11-2016, 09:03 PM

I haven't loved an episode in a while. Enjoyed them here and there but not loved.

Much of my influence on if I enjoy an episode is how well I enjoy the redesigns and I particularly loved the evil wing nut and screw loose designs. Those are toy worthy.

*THGhost* · 09-11-2016, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMasterTurtle

I haven't loved an episode in a while. Enjoyed them here and there but not loved.

Much of my influence on if I enjoy an episode is how well I enjoy the redesigns and I particularly loved the evil wing nut and screw loose designs. Those are toy worthy.

Same here. This one was great. I can see the toys now.

ZacksSoUgly · 09-11-2016, 09:12 PM

This was a great episode even though it was kind of a filler. I loved the comic book references, loved the homage to Batman '66, Wingnut and Screwloose were cool, April's Gollum impression was nifty, and the action was good.

I was a little disappointed with Mutant Gangland, so this was a good way to bounce back. I'm really digging this season so far, but I'm bummed it's going on a hiatus already.

As a noob who doesn't have cable, may I ask where you guys find out that the breaks (hiatuses) are coming or ending? Help is appreciated.

*snake* · 09-11-2016, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ZacksSoUgly

This was a great episode even though it was kind of a filler. I loved the comic book references, loved the homage to Batman '66, Wingnut and Screwloose were cool, April's Gollum impression was nifty, and the action was good.

I was a little disappointed with Mutant Gangland, so this was a good way to bounce back. I'm really digging this season so far, but I'm bummed it's going on a hiatus already.

As a noob who doesn't have cable, may I ask where you guys find out that the breaks (hiatuses) are coming or ending? Help is appreciated.

Typically when a new batch of episodes is announced (usually 4) they air those and go on hiatus. If the tv listing sites aren't showing any new episodes the week after a new one, the show is on hiatus.

*THGhost* · 09-11-2016, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by snake

Typically when a new batch of episodes is announced (usually 4) they air those and go on hiatus. If the tv listing sites aren't showing any new episodes the week after a new one, the show is on hiatus.

Does this happen with a lot of other shows? I'm not currently watching many modern cartoons right now and I'm kinda curious.

*snake* · 09-11-2016, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by THGhost

Does this happen with a lot of other shows? I'm not currently watching many modern cartoons right now and I'm kinda curious.

From what I can tell, not really, or atleast not to the extent of this show. I'm only following Star Wars: Rebels and that only gets 1 or 2 small breaks per season. Incredibly well managed for a cartoon.

*THGhost* · 09-11-2016, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by snake

From what I can tell, not really, or atleast not to the extent of this show. I'm only following Star Wars: Rebels and that only gets 1 or 2 small breaks per season. Incredibly well managed for a cartoon.

Good, I didn't think it would be a common thing.

You've just reminded me: I really need to finish watching Clone Wars and get into Rebels.

*Powder* · 09-11-2016, 10:42 PM

Adventure Time has a very similar airing pattern, actually. Those are the only two current western cartoons I follow, so I have no idea if others are pulling it too.

Ninja Tiptup · 09-11-2016, 10:59 PM

Norris and Bennet were marvelous but I can't help but wish they had gotten West, Conroy or Bader.

It was clever to make them living drawings, a good homage to Mirage and the crystal that brought drawings to life.

I loved the 60s Batman homages as well.

That said, having them be aliens or mutants who decided to be heroes after reading a comic would have been a good way to do roughly the same thing. But I suppose what they did was a good departure from origin stories in the show thus far.

Cyndaquilfan123 · 09-11-2016, 11:07 PM

Freaking Loved This Episode!

Mini-Turtle · 09-12-2016, 12:00 AM

Pretty good episode, even though I have little to no familiarity with superheroes. VERY interested in seeing more of Dark April. Hoping to see her transform, as Wingnut and Screwloose did when they had the crystal. Have a feeling there is going to be bad blood between her and Splinter, given his interest in having her separated from the crystal.

ZacksSoUgly · 09-12-2016, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by snake

Typically when a new batch of episodes is announced (usually 4) they air those and go on hiatus. If the tv listing sites aren't showing any new episodes the week after a new one, the show is on hiatus.

Thanks, Snake. I appreciate the info. I've always loosely noticed the pattern of episode releases, but never paid too much attention to the breaks.

MarsicornYT · 09-12-2016, 02:05 AM

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Have a feeling there is going to be bad blood between her and Splinter, given his interest in having her separated from the crystal.

Yeah, I could see Splinter confiscating it from her and April getting really wazzed off at him.

*neatoman* · 09-12-2016, 04:00 AM

So I'm guessing the reason they chose to make Wingnut a comic book character is because, well, I guess they're saving the real Batman homage for later...

*DVD* · 09-12-2016, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by THGhost

Good, I didn't think it would be a common thing.

You've just reminded me: I really need to finish watching Clone Wars and get into Rebels.

You HAVE to watch Rebels.
I didn't watch CW till it was finished. I got it all as a complete set and watched like a season a week.so I saw it all inside a month. It really really picked up as it went on.
I found that Rebels hit the road running, and was a totally enjoyable show with only the odd episode not quite hitting the mark.

I have just queued up this week's TMNT and the pizza is ordered. Yes, I like to chill with a pizza whilst watching a new episode.

All i can say is that I hope the show had more to offer than last week. First time I've lost interest in an episode since the show restarted.

*drgon78* · 09-12-2016, 06:06 AM

Great episode, much better then last weeks.

*neatoman* · 09-12-2016, 06:43 AM

So has anyone made a crystal meth joke about April yet? Or is that too obvious?

*Vicky82* · 09-12-2016, 07:01 AM

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So has anyone made a crystal meth joke about April yet? Or is that too obvious?

I have it's on the first page

*FredWolfLeonardo* · 09-12-2016, 08:01 AM

As a fan of the Adam West Batman show, this episode is pure joy for me! Thank you Nickelodeon, I'm very happy with this episode

I know it won't probably happen again, but I would love it if it Wingut and Screwloose appear sometime in the future. I'm content with them only appearing once though.

*oldmanwinters* · 09-12-2016, 08:16 AM

Okay, so how many times in TMNT history have characters from a comic book come to life, or else been assumed to be fiction but revealed to be real?

The examples I can think of:
The Justice Force (Mirage V1#15; "Return of the Justice Force" 4Kids toon)
Bugman/Brick Bradley ("Michelangleo Meets Bugman" FW toon)
Wingnut, Screwloose, et al. ("Bat in the Belfry" Nick toon)

View Poll Results: NanananaX It's wingnut, wingnut, wingnut!
Casey: Great Googlely Oogally!	2	4.35%
April needs therapy...or a straight jacket and padded room.	17	36.96%
Onward to...another hiatus	7	15.22%
Anyone catch the Grumpy Cat poster?	3	6.52%
Donnie apparently does sleep in his lab despite having his own room.	6	13.04%
Turflytle's in the house, Buzz Buzz! Holy rip off, Wingnut!	11	23.91%
Voters: 46. You may not vote on this poll

09-11-2016, 09:03 PM	#101
TheMasterTurtle Mad Scientist Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,114	I haven't loved an episode in a while. Enjoyed them here and there but not loved. Much of my influence on if I enjoy an episode is how well I enjoy the redesigns and I particularly loved the evil wing nut and screw loose designs. Those are toy worthy. __________________ Do you have any Dinosaucers or a lead on where to get anything related to the show? PM Me Please! Check out my collection! http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=39766

09-11-2016, 09:12 PM	#103
ZacksSoUgly Foot Soldier Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: San Diego Posts: 104	This was a great episode even though it was kind of a filler. I loved the comic book references, loved the homage to Batman '66, Wingnut and Screwloose were cool, April's Gollum impression was nifty, and the action was good. I was a little disappointed with Mutant Gangland, so this was a good way to bounce back. I'm really digging this season so far, but I'm bummed it's going on a hiatus already. As a noob who doesn't have cable, may I ask where you guys find out that the breaks (hiatuses) are coming or ending? Help is appreciated. __________________ Check out TMNT articles I've written for The Hundreds : TMNT Movie Rankings Top 10 Comics of 2015 Kevin Eastman Interview TMNT Collecting Social Media Instagram : @ZOSOtmnt

09-12-2016, 12:00 AM	#111
Mini-Turtle Random Punk Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 42	Pretty good episode, even though I have little to no familiarity with superheroes. VERY interested in seeing more of Dark April. Hoping to see her transform, as Wingnut and Screwloose did when they had the crystal. Have a feeling there is going to be bad blood between her and Splinter, given his interest in having her separated from the crystal. __________________ "My sweet little turtle tush! Ow! Owie! Ow!"

09-12-2016, 08:16 AM	#120
oldmanwinters Overlord Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Between yesterday and tomorrow! Posts: 15,495	Okay, so how many times in TMNT history have characters from a comic book come to life, or else been assumed to be fiction but revealed to be real? The examples I can think of: The Justice Force (Mirage V1#15; "Return of the Justice Force" 4Kids toon) Bugman/Brick Bradley ("Michelangleo Meets Bugman" FW toon) Wingnut, Screwloose, et al. ("Bat in the Belfry" Nick toon) __________________ Experience the TMNT Fan Commentaries! Check out my TMNT fan comic, "Nothing to Fear"! View my sketch work! I'm selling some of my hard-to-find TMNT items!

09-11-2016, 10:42 PM	#108
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,945	Adventure Time has a very similar airing pattern, actually. Those are the only two current western cartoons I follow, so I have no idea if others are pulling it too.

09-11-2016, 10:59 PM	#109
Ninja Tiptup Mad Scientist Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Washington Posts: 1,451	Norris and Bennet were marvelous but I can't help but wish they had gotten West, Conroy or Bader. It was clever to make them living drawings, a good homage to Mirage and the crystal that brought drawings to life. I loved the 60s Batman homages as well. That said, having them be aliens or mutants who decided to be heroes after reading a comic would have been a good way to do roughly the same thing. But I suppose what they did was a good departure from origin stories in the show thus far.

09-11-2016, 11:07 PM	#110
Cyndaquilfan123 Foot Soldier Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 175	Freaking Loved This Episode!

09-12-2016, 06:06 AM	#116
drgon78 Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 2,404	Great episode, much better then last weeks.

09-12-2016, 08:01 AM	#119
FredWolfLeonardo This ***** used to be Fun Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Woke paradise Posts: 5,381	As a fan of the Adam West Batman show, this episode is pure joy for me! Thank you Nickelodeon, I'm very happy with this episode I know it won't probably happen again, but I would love it if it Wingut and Screwloose appear sometime in the future. I'm content with them only appearing once though.