Quick Forum Consensus. New Film - Like, Dislike, Neutral? - Page 3

Xiewin · 08-13-2014, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

The plot was dumb and silly, but the worst part were the Turtles themselves. They just weren't likeable. You HAVE to make the Turtles likeable to care about them.

It's like someone wikipedia'd their personalities and gave them a few lines of dialogue per each trait and that's it. And those god awful glasses on Donatello, whoever thought it was a good idea to have Don wear glasses all the time needs to be slapped upside the head.

I found the turtles in this movie very likable.

*Warhorse* · 08-13-2014, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shark_Blade

This. Omigosh please let him voice Leo, not just Mocap. I can't imagine how he can remain calm after all that work done only to have your movement but not voice in the movie. Basically being a puppet. He's a strong guy not making a scene so far..or maybe he's contractually obligated not to.

Wow, something I agree with concerning you for once. Hmmm, maybe the sequel will give him some more scenes to sink his teeth into.

slingtheory · 08-13-2014, 06:48 PM

Disliked. Some of the jokes were decent and the fight scenes with shredder were were good but mostlyit was pretty bad.

*pannoni1* · 08-13-2014, 06:49 PM

I finally saw the film yesterday and it was definitely cool seeing an actual TMNT movie on the big screen for the first time in almost 25 years! Neutral but with a slight leaning toward "like". It provides lots of decent moments from what you expect for a TMNT story- an origin story, April's encounter with the Turtles and her backstory, the Foot, rescues, and a final battle with the Shredder along with some pop cultural references and humor, most noticeably the cat on one of the TVs that was gagged later on. That said, I feel that the flaws for me are the over the top Turtles' designs, the lack of the Turtles' introductions (though if you know their basic personalities, it fits), a bit too focused on April (Though not too much to make it unlikeable), and some silliness.

*IndigoErth* · 08-13-2014, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warhorse

Wow, something I agree with concerning you for once. Hmmm, maybe the sequel will give him some more scenes to sink his teeth into.

Not to go off topic, but you guys thing maybe the Leo part of the beat boxing in the elevator was at least Pete?

I can't really see that being Knoxville.

TMNT8813 · 08-13-2014, 09:18 PM

I'll say this much (and this is my first post): I went into the movie thinking it would not be very good. I was surprised, however, by how much "fun" it was.

In terms of plot, pacing and character development, the movie disappointed big time. But I left the theater pleasantly surprised and more pleased than I thought I'd be because the turtles were entertaining, the action scenes were cool and the CGI was pretty good.

I still probably rate the film behind the trilogy from the 90s, but I think it was enjoyable.

Maybe one day we'll get a movie/trilogy in the mold of Nolan's recent Batman films that try had a darker, grittier and more serious tone. This isn't it, but that's okay because it's meant to be fun.

*Electric* · 08-13-2014, 09:28 PM

so the poll is showing that around 50% of us liked it, 25% did not, and 25% thought it was good and bad

honestly, for the drome, thats pretty good, to be enjoyable for over half of us and to be okay for atleast 3/4 of us

strawberryfields · 08-13-2014, 11:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

I think little kids and the MTV generation liked the movie, but those of us over 20 probably didn't.

Majority of users here liked it; does that mean a majority of users here are under 20?

Even if you're right, which you aren't, I'm pretty sure under 20 was the primary demographic the movie was trying to reach anyway (besides nostalgic 34 year olds)

*TheCanadiandrome* · 08-13-2014, 11:56 PM

Loved the hell out of it! As did the two people who went with me, one was 12

*CyberCubed* · 08-14-2014, 12:05 AM

Even the action scenes weren't as good. I kept seeing people rave about the snow/mountain scene like it was the best thing ever, but aside from some brief moments I don't think I really cared for it.

Lil Karai · 08-14-2014, 01:07 AM

I'm in my 30's and loved it. A couple holes in the plot but I thought they did a great job with the turtle's expressions and personalities. Really entertaining. I also like that April had more of a central heroic role than just the (yawn) damsel in distress.

strawberryfields · 08-14-2014, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberCubed

Even the action scenes weren't as good. I kept seeing people rave about the snow/mountain scene like it was the best thing ever, but aside from some brief moments I don't think I really cared for it.

I'm starting to suspect you didn't like the new movie

*Raven* · 08-14-2014, 03:25 PM

I'm split inbetween hating this thing and really loving it. Anytime the Turtles were on screen was a blast, but after that this thing slid down hill quickly.

The plot was dumb, Shredder was worthless and so was his plan (or was its sachs plan?).

Megan Fox was so, so for me. But pretty much every character was shallow and pointless and only existed to move the plot forward.

Xiewin · 08-14-2014, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raven

I'm split inbetween hating this thing and really loving it. Anytime the Turtles were on screen was a blast, but after that this thing slid down hill quickly.

The plot was dumb, Shredder was worthless and so was his plan (or was its sachs plan?).

Megan Fox was so, so for me. But pretty much every character was shallow and pointless and only existed to move the plot forward.

It's the same for me.

thebrownranger · 08-14-2014, 07:27 PM

My consensus? Dislike.

*Electric* · 08-14-2014, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thebrownranger

Overall consensus? Dislike.

You mean your personal opinion?

The poll shows that it's more of a consensus agreement that the movie was liked

thebrownranger · 08-14-2014, 07:40 PM

Yeah, I meant personal opinion. I'll edit it since you brought it up.

ScrewtheMirageTMNT · 08-14-2014, 07:45 PM

Now that shredder didn't end up being militarian, I am from here on out going to assume that the foot is weird, that they look militarian cause they are weird. The fact that shredder isn't like that and that they are isn't bad if you look at it that way.

~~Leo656~~ · 08-14-2014, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thebrownranger

My consensus? Dislike.

con·sen·sus noun, often attributive \kən-ˈsen(t)-səs\
: a general agreement about something : an idea or opinion that is shared by all the people in a group

Sooo... you had a chat with all the voices in your head, and collectively agreed that you didn't like it?

Sorry, just struck me funny.

I know what you meant.

*Electric* · 08-14-2014, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leo656

con·sen·sus noun, often attributive \kən-ˈsen(t)-səs\
: a general agreement about something : an idea or opinion that is shared by all the people in a group

Sooo... you had a chat with all the voices in your head, and collectively agreed that you didn't like it?

Sorry, just struck me funny.

I know what you meant.

i apologize if i came off rude or anything! wasnt intending to.

just have been responding to a lot of unjustified comments about the movie lately, and didnt know if it was a mistake or just generalizing everyones opinions

View Poll Results: New TMNT Movie
Liked It	91	47.89%
Disliked It	55	28.95%
Both	44	23.16%
Voters: 190. You may not vote on this poll

08-13-2014, 06:48 PM	#43
slingtheory Stone Warrior Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Texas Posts: 580	Disliked. Some of the jokes were decent and the fight scenes with shredder were were good but mostlyit was pretty bad. __________________

08-13-2014, 06:49 PM	#44
pannoni1 Foot Elite Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,447	I finally saw the film yesterday and it was definitely cool seeing an actual TMNT movie on the big screen for the first time in almost 25 years! Neutral but with a slight leaning toward "like". It provides lots of decent moments from what you expect for a TMNT story- an origin story, April's encounter with the Turtles and her backstory, the Foot, rescues, and a final battle with the Shredder along with some pop cultural references and humor, most noticeably the cat on one of the TVs that was gagged later on. That said, I feel that the flaws for me are the over the top Turtles' designs, the lack of the Turtles' introductions (though if you know their basic personalities, it fits), a bit too focused on April (Though not too much to make it unlikeable), and some silliness. __________________ http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/sho...d.php?t=37065- MY WANT LIST TMNT FAN CLUB LINK: http://sot.ag/gCjK/ 30 years of Turtle Power!

08-13-2014, 09:28 PM	#47
Electric Epic Hiatus Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 2,484	so the poll is showing that around 50% of us liked it, 25% did not, and 25% thought it was good and bad honestly, for the drome, thats pretty good, to be enjoyable for over half of us and to be okay for atleast 3/4 of us __________________

08-13-2014, 11:56 PM	#49
TheCanadiandrome Big, Bad & Bold Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Inside the Technodrome; Shredderville; Saskatchewan Posts: 19,719	Loved the hell out of it! As did the two people who went with me, one was 12 __________________ Add me: PSN/XBL; Nintendo Network ID: BDS-3.1.6; Switch FC: SW-3378-5206-8020 TMNT Fan Club: http://sot.ag/4jZR0 Visit My Wish List: http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=30904 My Collection: http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=40276

08-13-2014, 09:18 PM	#46
TMNT8813 Random Punk Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: South Florida/NYC Posts: 22	I'll say this much (and this is my first post): I went into the movie thinking it would not be very good. I was surprised, however, by how much "fun" it was. In terms of plot, pacing and character development, the movie disappointed big time. But I left the theater pleasantly surprised and more pleased than I thought I'd be because the turtles were entertaining, the action scenes were cool and the CGI was pretty good. I still probably rate the film behind the trilogy from the 90s, but I think it was enjoyable. Maybe one day we'll get a movie/trilogy in the mold of Nolan's recent Batman films that try had a darker, grittier and more serious tone. This isn't it, but that's okay because it's meant to be fun.

08-14-2014, 12:05 AM	#50
CyberCubed Overlord Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 43,864	Even the action scenes weren't as good. I kept seeing people rave about the snow/mountain scene like it was the best thing ever, but aside from some brief moments I don't think I really cared for it.

08-14-2014, 01:07 AM	#51
Lil Karai Stone Warrior Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 891	I'm in my 30's and loved it. A couple holes in the plot but I thought they did a great job with the turtle's expressions and personalities. Really entertaining. I also like that April had more of a central heroic role than just the (yawn) damsel in distress.

08-14-2014, 03:25 PM	#53
Raven follower of Jesus Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 6,212	I'm split inbetween hating this thing and really loving it. Anytime the Turtles were on screen was a blast, but after that this thing slid down hill quickly. The plot was dumb, Shredder was worthless and so was his plan (or was its sachs plan?). Megan Fox was so, so for me. But pretty much every character was shallow and pointless and only existed to move the plot forward. __________________ TMNT Future Despair Deviant Offical Ultimate Ninja Turtles Site!

08-14-2014, 07:27 PM	#55
thebrownranger Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 782	My consensus? Dislike. __________________ https://www.instagram.com/allenjac0b/ WANTED: A.C. Farley Leonardo Bust (bronze & unpainted) Playmates TMNT statues- Donatello, Michelangelo Last edited by thebrownranger; 08-14-2014 at 07:40 PM.

08-14-2014, 07:40 PM	#57
thebrownranger Stone Warrior Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 782	Yeah, I meant personal opinion. I'll edit it since you brought it up. __________________ https://www.instagram.com/allenjac0b/ WANTED: A.C. Farley Leonardo Bust (bronze & unpainted) Playmates TMNT statues- Donatello, Michelangelo

08-14-2014, 07:45 PM	#58
ScrewtheMirageTMNT Hench Mutant Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 493	Now that shredder didn't end up being militarian, I am from here on out going to assume that the foot is weird, that they look militarian cause they are weird. The fact that shredder isn't like that and that they are isn't bad if you look at it that way.