New Episode Discussion - "Things Change" <<S

[Tokka-B]

That is how most people should feel Prowl, again I can't stress this enough....you can't compare the old show with the new show....it isn't accurate, 2 completeley different times...I thought this tmnt so far was good for this time, and that the old tmnt was good for its time. Ah whatever, it could have been mutagen, like to trick you or something, but whatever, that would be clever if he turned him into a monster or something.... maybe he can be PDbop...

[tmntpower2003]

Well it was awsome as you can tell from the 11 page review. Hope everyone enjoyed it, I have watched it twice so far and after the original broadcast I stood at the top of the stairs and screamed COWABU (then my dad pushed me down the stairs) just kiddin. I taped it, and it came out good but I was wondering if I should re tape it next week by stoping the vcr in between commercials. Should this be done or leave it the way it is? Did anybody miss chunks of the cartoon while trying to start and stop in between commercials? By the way the figures look exactly like the cartoon.

[Eye of Sarnath]

I never liked painted backgrounds... but I like the new ones. With painted backgrounds, the animated characters don't blend in as seamlessly. But I think they do with the CG ones.

And I don't think 'epic' is really the style of the new TMNT series. What in the comic books was 'epic'? They fought the Dragons in a dark alley, not a skyscraper.

Again, the night thing: they're ninjas, they move under cover of darkness. And in the comic book (which this series is based on, mind you) the battle with the Dragons took place at night. Oh yeah, and you've only seen one episode, how do we know it's always going to take place at night?

And please, don't use the phrase 'suck ass' every other sentence.

[Only1Don?]

Yea I noticed that about the figures too. I couldnt believe the cartoons didnt have any eyeballs like the old one. Oh well I wouldn't start and stop the recordings you could easily miss some chunks and it lowers the quality of the tape.

[Sauron]

My childhood fondness of the turtles is back! I recorded the episode on my digital camcorder so I can watch it anytime,anywhere.
A phenomenal start to an incredible series which shall rule all other cartoons!

[Eye of Sarnath]

No surprise, look at the other shows on FoxBox. Not exactly the highest quality stuff.

Our beloved TMNT are the best thing on.

[HorseTechie]

Well.. you're bound to have people who'll come along, not liking it. It happens. But in this case, remember: the majority rules!

[beaker]

Originally Posted by Eye of Sarnath

And please, don't use the phrase 'suck ass' every other sentence.

Can you think of a better way to describe that horrific new theme song?

Originally Posted by Shellfox

"I just hope we don't get those poses/scenes before the guys fight each time

Yeah I didnt care for that...its a big aspect of kiddy anime I cant stand...that still posing with speed lines in the background(like Ultimate Muscle) Well, we all endured sitting through endless crappy commercials for those Fox Box garbage shows, heh.

Originally Posted by Reznorite420

I thought calling the new turtlecom the "Shell Cell" was a bit much. It just symbolizes how spoiled kids are today. I mean, I used to think that my school had spoiled kids; EVERYBODY has a cell phone except me, and it's sickening! But now I hear that friggin' ELEMENTARY SCHOOL KIDS have them now!!!! I'm sorry for my cynicism, but that's just my whole view..

Yeah I HATE cell phones vehemently and thought it was heresy calling the turtle com a cell phone...but then I realize it was *hopefully* just a site gag.

I will say I was very happy by the more violent edge...sure they blacked out the Purple Dragon scene, but not the Foot Clan fighting, or the mosuer fights. And I cant recall a TMNT episode ending in someone's execution...damn!

I cannot stress how VERY joyed I am by the Turtles/Splinter dialogues. Unlike the old toon, its smart, and some thought was put into it.
Also it was wayyyy closer to the old Mirage series than that goofy old cartoon. But something felt a bit static about it. I truly feel those backgrounds...oh man, I dont even know the words for how bad they are.
I mean Spiderman the Fox Kids series had more detailed backgrounds.

But if I had to pick two things that stand out about this new series, well three things:

*Faithful to the old comic(I mean a death scene at the end, man!)
*Lots of serious action, more than ya see on most kids cartoons
*The TMNT chemistry is top notch. Humor mixed with great dialogue and moments, and Splinter is as wise and great as ever.

[Only1Don?]

Yea I wish they were picked up by the WB or some better channel. I mean FOX BOX SUX. Anyway my sons on his 5th time watching it. I love how much he loves the new toon.

[Only1Don?]

How funny was this Leo "Are those ninjas?" Mike- "Well there certainly ninj-esque"

[SlayerX]

yea i watched it once when i was recording it, and i just finished the 5th time, so ive watched it 6 times in total, and i will be watching it twice next saturday for sure. I have to re-record the first episode cuz i kinda screwed up on the first part, but thats ok i have another chance

[Only1Don?]

there isnt a scheduled chat is there to talk about the new toon?

[Tokka-B]

Yea, eye, everyone is entitled to their opinion...if all we hear is I loved the show, we wouldn't know what type of complaints there are and what would make the show even better, so keep that in mind...beaker I happen to agree with you on two things; the new theme song..which is just an embarrassment, complete torture, and the scene where they showed each turtle seperately was again derived from crap anime that will get old and make the popularity drop...if they add a battle theme like the old one, it could change, hopefully for the better.

Oh another speculation, anyone see how Splinter whipped that one mouser with his tail? That was AMAZING...loved it! I wonder if he will get a new walking stick though, hehe....

[HorseTechie]

Well yah. I also hate that new theme song too. (just when I though the TNM one was wierd) But I thought the BG scenese were cool At least much bteer than the TMNTG1 backgrounds! The way they drew the turtles shells drives me nuts too, cause it does not match how they drew them in the promos. But I guess that's me, cuase no one else seems to be bothered by it.

[Kali]

Man, I hate being three hours behind...

OMG!!! This is the most amazing thing I've ever seen. I LOVE IT!!! I managed to tape it, but I'm not sure how it came out. I tried to stop recording at the commercials but it wouldn't let me, I hope I didn't mess it up. I loved everything about this show. I was laughing every few minutes (not really good for my throat, but what are you gonna do?) and was blown away by the action. Too cool!

[Only1Don?]

Come on! I loved the new theme song why is everyone hating on it? Turtles count it off! One..

[Ninja Tiptup]

I'm am pleased. It's a great retelling of the original comics. Some lines were taken directly from it actually. "He's wrong... we're not wearing costumes" is a good example.

I wouldn't say it's a SERIOUS cartoon, but it does have good action (action like the Jackie Chan cartoons only with less fumbles).

I look forward to watching all 26 episodes (and taping them). 4kids better get a DVD of this out. With at least 3 (preferably 4) on each disc.

[HorseTechie]

Originally Posted by Only1Don?

there isnt a scheduled chat is there to talk about the new toon?

Ehh... perhaps on the MIRC channels. But it's flowing like a chatroom here today too!

[beaker]

Originally Posted by Tokka

beaker I happen to agree with you on two things; the new theme song..which is just an embarrassment, complete torture, and the scene where they showed each turtle seperately was again derived from crap anime that will get old and make the popularity drop...if they add a battle theme like the old one, it could change, hopefully for the better.

Oh another speculation, anyone see how Splinter whipped that one mouser with his tail? That was AMAZING...loved it! I wonder if he will get a new walking stick though, hehe....

Yeah those were two of my biggest complaints...that new theme song is pure torture...the old one was magical and very very enthralling. And yeah, that very kiddy anime esque 'show the turtles with speed lines posing before a battle' garbage is unwatchable.

But I am just floored how 'violent' som eit was. Hats off to the writing team! And that intro...damn...way too cool. I think we can all agree besides the closer to the original comic book tone, the best part was the chemistry of the turtles. good stuff. IMHO the first episode was ok...but I am very encouraged by spoilers and stuff Im reading about episodes to come.

At any rate, ITS GOOD TO HAVE OUR GREEN GUYS BACK!

And dammit, when the heck are the posters and shirts coming out???
That new TMNT logo and character design rocks.

[Eye of Sarnath]

I never said that people weren't entitled to their onpinions... I just made a simple request.