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Courk · 05-11-2007, 12:12 AM

I thought CG cost a lot of money? If I've understood correctly, they switched animation styles to save money, right? I prefer CG for a theatrical movie, but I'd rather have nice 2D for TV. I don't really have a reason for that.

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I'm pretty sure Playmates wanted the change then. The movie toys sold MUCH better than the Fast Forward toys, and they must have noticed all the extra money they were making.

"Where'd this come from?"

*VaughnMichael* · 05-11-2007, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Roseangelo

Nono, I don't want CGI at all. But I LOVE the atmosphere of the new movie and would welcome new stories in that environment.

I would personally dispise it for throwing everything away even Fast Forward had things kept from 2k3 past.
This new movie world show doubtfull the only thing that would make me like it is if things from the old toon world or archie world would be included it would keep me from down right hating it...because honestly I saw the movie once and it was ok but it doesn't have that wow zing fealing the old movies did I'm not sure if it was because it was cgi but it left me sort of empty after watching it.
Or it could have been because it felt so rushed.
I don't know but yeah I saw now you wouldn't want cgi on tv thank god it would look sooooooo bad.
This really scares me and bothers me allot everything in the turtles world right now is so up in the air.
I sent Murphy a link to this so hopefully he will put an end to all of this and prove it to be true or not.

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Originally Posted by Courk

"Where'd this come from?"

trust me as far as my statistics at this point are concernd this isn't true. And if it is the only reason they would sell more of them is because the figures where for a feature film and not a tv show.

Murphy · 05-11-2007, 06:57 AM

Hmmm, I don't know who you are "tortugapower" but you certainly seem to speak with authority, even though your information is only half-baked. Nor do I know where you get your info "Roseangelo" but again, it's incomplete.

To set the record straight regarding the current status of the cartoon show...

First, in all honesty, the status/future of the cartoon show changes from week to week. This is most likely what accounts for all the contradictory information that is floating around. However, I am not going to say what this week's status is, or what the current plans might be, as they are bound to change. No need to further muddy these waters.

Two, the show's future will be decided following the Licensing Show (in NYC in June). Only then will decisions be made regarding what direction the show would take (assuming, of course, that the show continues).

Three, it is at that point that we will also know whether or not a greenlight is given to a movie sequel. This and the precding point are directly related.

Four, until such time, everything --and I do mean everything-- is up in the air.

Five, the only certainty (at least THIS week) is that the last 6 episodes of the 26 episodes that comprise the "two" FF seasons will not be aired until the Fall of 2007. Which, technically, then becomes the second FF season.

Six, yes, the FF toys sold poorly.

Seven, yes, the movie toys are selling really well.

Eight, the FF cartoon is currently enjoying its highest ratings in two years. Go figure. Thank the movie.

And thanks for your time.

-m.

**GK Punk** · 05-11-2007, 07:07 AM

That's what I pretty much figured as far as ratings went. That's why I think a more movie-esque rework of the show might boost ratings further. But of course that isn't necessarily a definite ratings boost.

Kids (Who are the target audience for these shows) may end up liking FF more than a mirage/movie based toon... I guess it's hard to say. (Let's keep in mind that was why Mattel changed the direction of masters of the universe for the show's second season.. to make it appeal more to kids)

*odupianist* · 05-11-2007, 07:17 AM

What, no nine?

Thanks for setting the record straight. Not to make light of it, but it sounds like the folks on that end know about as much as we do lol

Murphy · 05-11-2007, 07:37 AM

Nine, no, there's no number nine.

**GK Punk** · 05-11-2007, 07:46 AM

You should totally edit that in to your first post

*VaughnMichael* · 05-11-2007, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Murphy

Nine, no, there's no number nine.

Thanks for posting btw Murph...I shot you off the letter cause I didn't want this getting to far and the fans to freak out.

Murphy · 05-11-2007, 08:22 AM

Thanks for bringing it to my attention, dude.

FearlessLeader · 05-11-2007, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Murphy

Thanks for bringing it to my attention, dude.

Hello Murphy!

Thanks for coming here and shedding some light on this topic. Much better then following rumors and second guessing ourselves.

Interesting information about the movie sequel also. Nice to know it hasn't completely been written off.

Hopefully the coming months will bring forth some exciting news.

Thanks again!

*CyberCubed* · 05-11-2007, 09:57 AM

Murphy, just make sure that whatever direction 4kids takes the show in...that it keeps the continuity of the past 6 seasons.

One thing I liked about FF is it was in continuity with Seasons 1-5. If the show changes direction again, I'd hope that it continues from the previous seasons in any case. I don't think I want the current series to die and to start all over with a new continuity. :/

**Jo Dawn** · 05-11-2007, 10:23 AM

Murphy pwns us all. Hahahaha, I love this guy!

The only thing I admit I'm worried about is the seeming correlation between a movie sequel and FF. Or did I read that wrong? I hope that's not the case. :/

I haven't read the whole thread, mind you, but I'd be up for re-doing the series and forgetting FF. Or just starting over (though, sadly, 2K3 was so great, I hate to lose that).

Anyhow, thank you Murphy, for coming in and setting us all straight and letting us know what's really going on (and getting rid of those so called 'sources' and 'rumours' that always bog us down here. ).

Thank you.

Dude, that made me laugh; you totally made my day.

*gobo* · 05-11-2007, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Murphy, just make sure that whatever direction 4kids takes the show in...that it keeps the continuity of the past 6 seasons.

One thing I liked about FF is it was in continuity with Seasons 1-5. If the show changes direction again, I'd hope that it continues from the previous seasons in any case. I don't think I want the current series to die and to start all over with a new continuity. :/

A "please" might help your command to be more well-received. Just a suggestion though.

Thanks for visiting, Murph! ^_^

TerranigmaFreak · 05-11-2007, 10:34 AM

See kids, isn't it nice to have insiders with us now?

Anyway, thanks for clearing everything up, Mr. Murphy. It's good to know the staff still visits this place from time to time to clear things up for us.

*Rooish* · 05-11-2007, 10:34 AM

Oh God, a movie sequel based off of FF? Ahhhhh I want a mature movie. Okay I'm not going to speculate.

*Spitfire* · 05-11-2007, 10:39 AM

Chill people, they wouldn't end TMNT without an ENDING. So it's safe to say that the episodes not airing that would lead into the new season at very least would be morphed into an ending. The TMNT will most likely stop the Day Of Awakening and then use the Time portal to go home or something.

If their redeveloping the series then their not canning it.

At very worst it'll be a CGI series like the movie. But I doubt they will pay what that would cost.

*Roseangelo* · 05-11-2007, 10:49 AM

Hi Murphy - Thanks for posting.

My info is "friend of a friend" info, so you can take that as you will. I wouldn't have said anything except for the fact that what I heard was pretty much in line with what tortugapower wrote.

I actually hope FF doesn't have an abrupt, unresolved ending. As much as I dislike the FF format personally, I would like to see at least one TMNT TV project have a proper and resolved ending.

*gobo* · 05-11-2007, 10:59 AM

Yeah, seriously... TV-grade CG = teh suxxor!!!11!1 And, I'm done making fun of l33ts. But, even if they actually are thinking of a more 2K7-like retread, who's to say what attributes they are planning to borrow from the movie? CG would likely be on the bottom of that list just because it's too expensive for what it's worth. I'd sooner expect to see Yaotl Winters join the cast.

*CyberCubed* · 05-11-2007, 11:01 AM

Maybe Splinter's fur will be colored brown instead of grey?

I keep thinking we're in for a TNBA redesign change with how different the characters looked there from B:TAS.

If they do want to make it look like the movie, I imagine we're in for a totally new art style that's different from both 2k3 and FF.

*odupianist* · 05-11-2007, 11:11 AM

I think it's on the main site, but I know WB had done some color tests and character designs for a show before 2k3.

05-11-2007, 06:57 AM	#43
Murphy Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Massachusetts US Posts: 78	Why I don't watch TV Hmmm, I don't know who you are "tortugapower" but you certainly seem to speak with authority, even though your information is only half-baked. Nor do I know where you get your info "Roseangelo" but again, it's incomplete. To set the record straight regarding the current status of the cartoon show... First, in all honesty, the status/future of the cartoon show changes from week to week. This is most likely what accounts for all the contradictory information that is floating around. However, I am not going to say what this week's status is, or what the current plans might be, as they are bound to change. No need to further muddy these waters. Two, the show's future will be decided following the Licensing Show (in NYC in June). Only then will decisions be made regarding what direction the show would take (assuming, of course, that the show continues). Three, it is at that point that we will also know whether or not a greenlight is given to a movie sequel. This and the precding point are directly related. Four, until such time, everything --and I do mean everything-- is up in the air. Five, the only certainty (at least THIS week) is that the last 6 episodes of the 26 episodes that comprise the "two" FF seasons will not be aired until the Fall of 2007. Which, technically, then becomes the second FF season. Six, yes, the FF toys sold poorly. Seven, yes, the movie toys are selling really well. Eight, the FF cartoon is currently enjoying its highest ratings in two years. Go figure. Thank the movie. And thanks for your time. -m.

05-11-2007, 07:37 AM	#46
Murphy Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Massachusetts US Posts: 78	Number nine Nine, no, there's no number nine.

05-11-2007, 08:22 AM	#49
Murphy Official TMNT Staff/Cast Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Massachusetts US Posts: 78	Well put Thanks for bringing it to my attention, dude.

05-11-2007, 10:23 AM	#52
Jo Dawn Inactive Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Authority On All Things Don Posts: 5,190	Murphy pwns us all. Hahahaha, I love this guy! The only thing I admit I'm worried about is the seeming correlation between a movie sequel and FF. Or did I read that wrong? I hope that's not the case. :/ I haven't read the whole thread, mind you, but I'd be up for re-doing the series and forgetting FF. Or just starting over (though, sadly, 2K3 was so great, I hate to lose that). Anyhow, thank you Murphy, for coming in and setting us all straight and letting us know what's really going on (and getting rid of those so called 'sources' and 'rumours' that always bog us down here. ). Thank you. Dude, that made me laugh; you totally made my day. __________________

05-11-2007, 10:34 AM	#54
TerranigmaFreak Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 715	See kids, isn't it nice to have insiders with us now? Anyway, thanks for clearing everything up, Mr. Murphy. It's good to know the staff still visits this place from time to time to clear things up for us. __________________ First footage of the new R rated TMNT movie.

05-11-2007, 07:07 AM	#44
GK Punk I'm your Devil Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 12,439	That's what I pretty much figured as far as ratings went. That's why I think a more movie-esque rework of the show might boost ratings further. But of course that isn't necessarily a definite ratings boost. Kids (Who are the target audience for these shows) may end up liking FF more than a mirage/movie based toon... I guess it's hard to say. (Let's keep in mind that was why Mattel changed the direction of masters of the universe for the show's second season.. to make it appeal more to kids)

05-11-2007, 07:17 AM	#45
odupianist Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,744	What, no nine? Thanks for setting the record straight. Not to make light of it, but it sounds like the folks on that end know about as much as we do lol

05-11-2007, 07:46 AM	#47
GK Punk I'm your Devil Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 12,439	You should totally edit that in to your first post

05-11-2007, 09:57 AM	#51
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,789	Murphy, just make sure that whatever direction 4kids takes the show in...that it keeps the continuity of the past 6 seasons. One thing I liked about FF is it was in continuity with Seasons 1-5. If the show changes direction again, I'd hope that it continues from the previous seasons in any case. I don't think I want the current series to die and to start all over with a new continuity. :/

05-11-2007, 10:34 AM	#55
Rooish Devil's Advocate Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 2,130	Oh God, a movie sequel based off of FF? Ahhhhh I want a mature movie. Okay I'm not going to speculate. __________________ Thanks evan2000 for the sig!

05-11-2007, 10:39 AM	#56
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	Chill people, they wouldn't end TMNT without an ENDING. So it's safe to say that the episodes not airing that would lead into the new season at very least would be morphed into an ending. The TMNT will most likely stop the Day Of Awakening and then use the Time portal to go home or something. If their redeveloping the series then their not canning it. At very worst it'll be a CGI series like the movie. But I doubt they will pay what that would cost. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

05-11-2007, 10:49 AM	#57
Roseangelo Emperor Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: California Posts: 9,113	Hi Murphy - Thanks for posting. My info is "friend of a friend" info, so you can take that as you will. I wouldn't have said anything except for the fact that what I heard was pretty much in line with what tortugapower wrote. I actually hope FF doesn't have an abrupt, unresolved ending. As much as I dislike the FF format personally, I would like to see at least one TMNT TV project have a proper and resolved ending. __________________ www.ninjapizza.net www.colorsbyrosemary.com

05-11-2007, 10:59 AM	#58
gobo Wacky Action Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: on Earth Posts: 12,784	Yeah, seriously... TV-grade CG = teh suxxor!!!11!1 And, I'm done making fun of l33ts. But, even if they actually are thinking of a more 2K7-like retread, who's to say what attributes they are planning to borrow from the movie? CG would likely be on the bottom of that list just because it's too expensive for what it's worth. I'd sooner expect to see Yaotl Winters join the cast. __________________ Live and let live... or go to hell.

05-11-2007, 11:01 AM	#59
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,789	Maybe Splinter's fur will be colored brown instead of grey? I keep thinking we're in for a TNBA redesign change with how different the characters looked there from B:TAS. If they do want to make it look like the movie, I imagine we're in for a totally new art style that's different from both 2k3 and FF.

05-11-2007, 11:11 AM	#60
odupianist Mad Scientist Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,744	I think it's on the main site, but I know WB had done some color tests and character designs for a show before 2k3.