Animation Addicts Podcast - Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews for Disney, DreamWorks, Pixar & everything in between!

Interview with Kelly Asbury - Director of UglyDolls

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we interview UglyDolls director, Kelly Asbury, where he talks about UglyDolls and the future of the animation industry.

UglyDolls is now available on Blu-ray, courtesy of Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. There will be spoilers in this episode, so if you haven't seen the movie, you purchase or rent UglyDolls today!

Highlights

Catch and Fire
What exactly did you have to work with as an ending?
What key elements of story fell into place the quickest?
Was the whole team in place before you came on or did you bring everyone together?
How have musicals influenced your creative expression?
What do you see for the industry in the future?
What is your "I Want" song?
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Runtime: 00:20:40, 29.8 MB

Find The Host: @ChelseaRobson on her website, Instagram & Twitter, plus BONUS COOL POINTS if you can find her secret content!

170 Voicemail Listening Party - "Imaginary Party!"

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Mon, 07 May 2018 17:56:27 +0000

Before they go on hiatus, Morgan and Chelsea take your calls and talk about the past 6 years of the Animation Addicts Podcast!

Highlights

We are so overwhelmed with the kind words and posts the fans have given us! As announced last episode, we will be taking a hiatus from podcasting as we work on other goals in our lives. This episode we loved hearing from old friends and first time callers alike!
Voicemails: Alex, Alisa, Amy, Bethany, Bill, Chelsea, Crystal, Daniel, DJ, Dylin, Edden, Eli, Erik, Esther, Hannah, Jace, Jack, Jonathan, Matt, Milan, Naybeth, Olivia, & ((Unknown))
Things we've learned from podcasting
What are we going to do now?
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Runtime: 01:33:27, 65.2 MB

169 Toy Story 3 - Chocolottie

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:11:32 +0000

It's was the end on an era! Chelsea and Morgan jump over to Sunnyside and review the movie, Toy Story 3!

Highlights

Main discussion: Toy Story 3
First recollections
Love the desert opening!
Beanie Babies. We still got 'em.
Does this spark joy?
The transition years
"No owners means no heartbreak." -Lotso
It's all about Barbie and Ken
They earned everything.
Mr. Chuckles for the win!
Is Buzz's "Spanish Mode" funny outside the USA?
Tortilla Head
Smell-o-vision
"The CLAW!"
Passing the torch.
End Credits
...And we're back with 4!
We rate it!
Voicemails: Amy & Alex
An announcement. Send us your voicemail: rotoscopers.com/voicemails or call (406) 646-6575.
Bloopers: MuggleCast, Chocolottie, More Beanie Babies,
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Runtime: 01:30:22

168 Pocahontas - It's the Magical Leaves

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 18:15:38 +0000

We finally finished reviewing the Disney Renaissance! Morgan and Chelsea take on Walt Disney Feature Animation's Pocahontas!

Highlights

Main discussion: Pocahontas (1995)
It wasn't Lion King.
"How do we win another Academy Award for Best Picture?"
"Choose the smoothest course"
Let's talk Kocoum.
#HairGoals
Glen Keane needs to draw "the most idealized and finest woman ever made."
Making friends with raccoons. Not smart.
The Disney Playlist: What songs from this movie will you always/never skip?
A modern American attitude started with John Smith.
That really is an impressive wind.
Historical accuracy
We rate it!
Voicemails: Alex, Rose, Bethany, & Sol
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167 An Extremely Goofy Movie - So Extreme

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 23:19:48 +0000

It's not the original. But it's so extreme. Toon Disney's 'An Extremely Goofy' is on the docket for today. Beware: Chelsea Rants.

Highlights

Main discussion: An Extremely Goofy Movie
First thoughts and recollections.
This movie was brought to you by the X Games.
Chelsea's predictions
Was the Music "goofy" enough?
Jim Cummings alert!
Beret Girl in Cafe
They can only find jobs for people with college degrees? I feel another rant coming on...
Goofy plays a good Travolta
Sylvia is the new "Adriane!" (Rocky)
There seriously were no fire trucks at this thing?
Rotten Tomatoes
We rate it!
Voicemails: Alex & Sol
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts168 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:06:33, 49 MB

166 Your Name. - Space: The Final Frontier

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 10 Feb 2018 05:23:08 +0000

Chelsea and Morgan talk about trading places as they review Japan's 4th largest grossing 2016 film, "Your Name."

Highlights

Main discussion: Your Name (2016)
They hit it BIG with this film.
The Boob Shot.
Yes. We judge books by their covers.
Are they trading places right now?
"I hate this place. It's so small and towny!"
Can you really get to know someone by walking in their shoes?
Dreams. Do you remember them?
That was some strong soke.
"The girls go crazy for a sharp dressed man."
The Live Action remake by J.J. Abrams
We rate it!
Voicemails: Alex and Rachel
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Runtime: 00:44:49, 65.6 MB

165 Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie - Potty Humor: It's Evergreen!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 04:25:43 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea put their big girls superhero panties on and review DreamWorks' 2017 film Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: What kind of pranks/hijinks did you get into when you were young?
Voicemails: Sol & Brian
Main discussion: Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017)
The books. The backlash. The fans
When should you make a movie?
Welcome to our tree house
It's not the end of Captain Underpants!
Favorite moments
Our very achievable expectations.
Themes
We rate it!
Voicemails: Dante, Matthew & Alex
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164 Jungle Book 2 - Good on You, Lawyers

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 19:20:12 +0000

Can you hear the "Jungle Rhythm?" Morgan and Chelsea go wild and review The Jungle Book 2.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: What are some Direct to Video Disney releases that you could send to theaters?
Main discussion: The Jungle Book 2 (2003)
Voice Cast discussion
"Boy Bands are really big right now."
Where is King Louie? -Good on you, lawyers.
Bagheera's untold story
How many pits of lava are there in india?
The plan for "The Jungle Book 3" that was cut.
We Rate It!
Voicemail: Alex, Sol. Lauren, and Ryan
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Runtime: 00:53:12, 77.7 MB

163 DuckTales the Movie - It Never Works Out for the Rat

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sun, 31 Dec 2017 20:22:18 +0000

Blow Me Bagpipes! Chelsea and Morgan take a trip down nastajia lane and talk the Disney Afternoon and review DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: It's the Disney Afternoon!
Anastasia, a Disney Princess?
The 4 season or 65 episode rule
The DuckTales Reboot
Main discussion: DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp (1990)
DisneyToon Studio Era explained.
Collie Baba - the dog thief
Gotta love the catch phrases
As far as villains go, Merlock isn't bad and that's good!
So that's where we got to story of Aladdin!
What would your 3 wishes be?
That amulet. -Convenient and unexplained.
What about Atlantis?
We Rate It!
Voicemail: Jonathan North & Alex
Bloopers: #EnterBaby
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Runtime: 00:54:15, 40.1 MB

162 The Polar Express - It's a Water Baby!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 19:30:09 +0000

Jump onboard The Polar Express (2004). Chelsea and Morgan are joined by Pablo Ruiz for this festive ride down holiday line on! -You comin'?

Highlights

Welcome back, Pablo!
Nerdy Couch Discussion: Christmas Holiday Specials
Main discussion: The Polar Express (2004)
The animation. That Mocap "uncanny valley"
That budget, though.
The Music - Chelsea's biases
Morgan's advice to Chelsea
When we stopped hearing the bell.
Chelsea's cautionary tale.
We finally talk about the plot.
"Runaway Train" & "That flying ticket"
If you don't believe by now... Nothing's going to help you.
Did somebody say "Believe?!"
We Rate It!
Voicemail: Daniel
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Runtime: 01:19:05, 54.4 MB

161 COCO - Sweet Homemade Guitar!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 14:09:07 +0000

It was the most successful movie of all time in Mexico. It was the biggest movie of the Thanksgiving weekend in the United States. Morgan and Chelsea give their thoughts of Pixar's 2017 film, 'Coco!'

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: 'Olaf's Frozen Adventure'
The Meme That Disney Didn't Intend
Main discussion: COCO (2017)
The rocky beginnings.
Our initial thoughts going in. This is not 'Book of Life.'
Very "accessable."
"I'm burning all my pictures after the age of 40" -Chelsea
"You don't have to forgive him but we shouldn't forget him." -Miguel (Coco)
"That goes against... EVERYTHING!" -Morgan
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery
We rate it!
Voicemail: Pablo Ruiz
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Runtime: 01:04:54, 44.6 MB

160 Enchanted - "It's So Romanic!"

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 07:00:00 +0000

Get ready for full on Disney fan-girling as Morgan and Chelsea celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of Disney's "Enchanted!"

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion:
Animation sequences were NOT done at Disney.
Why Giselle isn't a Disney Princess
Main discussion: Enchanted (2007)
General Info
We did not see this movie together. Nostalgia Goggles On!
The Ultimate Disney Quizes
So… why did they hire Idina Menzel?
Shall we finally talk about the movie?
We love the characters!
Fabulous Quotes and Cameos
Disenchanted, the sequel. 2018?
"This is so much better than last year!"
"Oscar, how could you?!" -Chelsea
"Realists, get out!" -Chelsea
Epilogue: So they just switch places?
RotoNation chimes in!
Voicemail: Chris & Daniel
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Runtime: 01:13:45, 54.6 MB

159 Mary and Max - Original Tim Tam Slam

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 17:25:04 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea take on a more serious film; the 2009 stop-motion film Mary and Max.

Highlights

Main discussion: Mary and Max (2009)
The two main characters: Mary, Max
This film has a great sense of humor
More mature, but not necessarily adult
Many themes in this movie:
Pen pal experiences: Morgan and Bulbapedia, Chelsea and Chelsea
The wide spectrum of Autism and Asperger's Syndrome. We are not experts! This is just our view of it from the film.
Theme of chocolate. We wonder if he got any Tim Tams.
The ending was bittersweet.
We rate it!
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts159 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 44:03, 44.02MB

158 Casper - Our Questions for J.J. Abrams

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 17:38:13 +0000

It's the Rotoscopers' Halloween Spooktacular! Morgan and Chelsea go back to the classic 1995 film, Casper!

Highlights

Chosen from our "Scary movie poll" that also included Return of Jafar
Main discussion: Casper (1995)
It wouldn't be the 90 if you didn't have...
Who owns Casper now?
If you were a girl in the 90's, this was a thing!
Christina Ricci was the 90s alternative IT girl
"Can I keep you?" - Little creepy
Ghosts or not, that house is AWESOME!
The Super Squatters
Who are Fatso, Stinky and Stretch?
And somehow it's now ok to kill people.
Why doesn't Carrington lose her memory?
Awesome Halloween costumes
Why come back in red?
That's the song!
Human Casper... It was a thing!
Free house with continental breakfast!
Voicemail: Jared, Chad, & Alex
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Runtime: 00:58:02, 41.1 MB

157 My Little Pony: The Movie - The Alicorn of Podcasts

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 04:25:25 +0000

Friendship is Magic but how does 'My Little Pony: The Movie' (2017) rate amongst fans and newbies? Chelsea and Morgan let you know in this fun podcast!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Welcome Leigh-Ann Cruz!
Catch 'n' Fire!
"I am a product of the Disney Renaissance (yay!), so I am curious about how that impacts how you feel about animation today and how that compares with how the kids of this era feel about animation."
Main discussion: My Little Pony: The Movie (2017)
What is a "Brony?"
Who is your favorite pony?
Chelsea's 20 Questions
Taye Diggs as the Capper the Cat
Kristen Chenowith as Princess Skystar
Sia as Songbird Serenade
What's up with the pearl?
It's Time to Be Awesome! My Little Pony Soundtrack discussion.
Chelsea's high expectations
Major renovations with every new princess!
We love the villain, Tempest!
We Rate It!
Traditional Animation!
Voicemail: Morgan's new rating
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts157 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:19:27, 57.2 MB

156 Sword in the Stone - Return of the Disney Theories

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:08:15 +0000

It's the xerox era! Morgan and Chelsea take on Disney's 1963 classic, The Sword in the Stone!

Highlights

Thank you to our patron, Chloe Boyd, for nominating this episode!
Catch 'n' Fire with with our special guest and patron, Alex Pilgrim!
Nerdy Couch Discussion: Music in animation through the ages and to come.
Main discussion:
This came from the novel, The Once and Future King
Disney Storybook Opening: Can you name them all?
....And we're singing!
Music and Lyrics by the Sherman Brothers with George Bruns with the score
The Xerox Era: "Say what you want, I like it" -Chelsea
Arthur was voiced by three different boys
Merlin was the predecessor to the Genie.
Merlin, what is the point?!
How do they have so many dishes?
"What what?! What what what?!" Archimedes: Owl, or transformed human?
What is Merlin's past relationship with Madam Mim?
Voicemail: Bethany, Jared, Alex, & Andres
Bloopers: It's a Wizard's Duel! Flynn Rider a.k.a. Eugene from Tangled VS. Dimitri from Anastasia
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Runtime: 01:28:57, 65.8 MB

155 Thumbelina - Cuchi Cuchi

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 19:41:39 +0000

You either like it or you hate it! Morgan and Chelsea talk about Don Bluth's 1994 animated film, Thumbelina

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Top 5 B list Heroes and Villains
Main discussion:
Don Bluth and Finding Distribution
Morgan's Book Review. -Buy the book!
Voice Cast: Jody Benson, Gilbert Gottfried, & Charo
Cuci Cuci! Chelsea loses her youth points
Taking it song by song
"Marry the Mole" - The theme song for people who settle.
Voicemail: Bethany, Daniel, & Rachel
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154 The Hunchback of Notre Dame - Skeleton PJ's

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 14:16:53 +0000

The long awaited review of The Hunchback of Notre Dame is here! Chelsea and Morgan tackle this dynamic and controversial telling of Victor Hugo's classic tale.

Highlights

Today's Patron Pick is by: Alex Pilgrim!
Nerdy Couch Discussion:
- The major differences between the movie and the book... a.k.a. Book Review!
- Who decided this would be a good kids' movie?
Main discussion:
- Time capsule
- Character discussions
- Quasimodo VS. Claude Frollo
- Still waiting for Morgan's brothers' rendition of "I am deformed"
- Should they have "gone there?"
- Morgan & Chelsea's Devotional
- The Gypsies
- Esmeralda: She plays the "Just friends" card like nobody's business.
- God Help the Outcasts
- Phebus - What a hunk!
- The Gargoyles - The era of the side kicks
- The visuals and the score really enhanced each other.
- Clopin - Can we really trust him?
- Where did the gypsies get the skeleton pjs?
- Let's play the game "What is Frollo's deal?!"
- Hunchback of Notre Dame 2 - Golden Bell?
- The Off Broadway musical - Why didn't it go to Broadway?
- We Rate It!
Voicemail: Andres, Alex, Dylan, & Stephanie
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Runtime: 01:21:23, 57.4 MB

This Week in Animation - Patron Feed Teaser 1

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 19:47:59 +0000

This is a very special public release of the Rotoscopers Patron cast: This Week in Animation. We wanted to give you a taste of what the patron's get every week!

As a patron each person gets a feed that is unique to them based on their level of patronage. For as little as $1 a month you get access to this gem of a podcast where the host gives you their slant on favorite news stories of the week.

This was last week's episode and we may only post one more example on this feed so if you are interested in becoming a patron and staying up to date on what is current, just go to Rotoscopers.com/patron to get access to even more news, reviews , and fun... and oh yah! Stickers!

153 The Road to El Dorado - It's Tradigital Gold!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 06:00:00 +0000

Rotoscopers go back to The Road to El Dorado, a 2000, American, animated, adventure, musical, fantasy comedy film!

Highlights

Thank you to the patrons and specifically to Jason for making this movie is "Patron Pick!"
PSA: Big Idea and episode 152 correction.
Main discussion: The Road to El Dorado (2000)
DreamWorks is still starting out.
"Save the sequels for Shrek!"
Animated films of the year 2000.
Are they really the sidekicks? Comparing them to the minions.
"El Dorado is the embodiment of Tradigital convergence." -Dan Phillips, Digital Supervisor.
Bob Hope/Bing Crosby-style buddy comedy.
We heart Jim Cummings.
Altivo, "The Fabio of horses". What other horses in animation do you like?
"Serendipity" and that's just the first 30 minutes, my friends.
The soundtrack features songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, as well as composers Hans Zimmer AKA "The award winning team from the Lion King!"
"We did it so many times…" Chelsea says, "Quit complaining, you nincompoops."
Fable me this: Atlantis vs Pocahontas vs Road to El Dorado,
Disney/DreamWorks crossover theory.
Someone is always going to be offended.
Chel - What do you think of her?
Critical response and we rate it!
Voicemail: Danny & Alex
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Runtime: 01:08:35, 49.4 MB

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152 Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie - If Only

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 28 Jul 2017 15:06:48 +0000

Rotoscopers take a look into the wide world of VeggiTtales as they cover Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie from Big Idea. Thank you to our patron, Mathew L., for choosing this film!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Studio - Big Idea
Main discussion: Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie
We love quotes!
What kind of family is this?
The lost tradition of the car Sing-a-long
Who is this 'Jonah' guy?
Before 'Pirates' were cool.
Do we really need that much padding?
Bring in the Gospel choir!
"Can I tell a tangent?" -The gospel of NBC vs Veggietales according to Morgan.
Is 'The Slap of No Return' a euphemism?
What is the origin story of the talking Veggies?
Live the Golden Rule.
They should have brought back the gospel choir.
We rate it!
Voicemail: Jared & Joshua K.
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts152 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:00:44, 44.9MB

151 My Neighbor Totoro - Cat Bus. Why Didn't I Think of That?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 20:52:36 +0000

Chelsea and Morgan are left with more questions than answers in this review of Studio Ghibli's 'My Neighbor Totoro.'

Highlights

Main discussion:
PATRON SHOUT OUT!
General Info (rom Box Office Mojo, IMDB, & WIKIPEDIA and the great and powerful internet.
Cultural impact and Critical reception
Trailer Reaction
We watched the Disney 2005 dub.
The film is partially autobiographical.
The theme song. Chelsea wants Owl City.
Lost in translation
Are these spirit legends real or is he just a good dad?
Well, that escalated quickly.
"What is the theme/lesson this story is supposed to be teaching?"
So many questions.
Cat Bus. What, where, when, why, how?
Real but not real. Commit!
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Runtime: 00:53:04, 40.1 MB

150 Despicable Me 3 - Imaginary Party

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 11:30:00 +0000

The Rotoscopers are fresh off from an advance screening to talk about Illumination Entertainment's newest animated release, Despicable Me 3.

Highlights

A retrospective into the Despicable Me franchise
Main discussion: Despicable Me 3 (2017)
A little history of the Despicable Me franchise.
Our villain: Balthazar Bratt
The theme of turning away from the bad, temptation and resisting.
Lots of subplots: unicorn hunting and the Minions.
There weren't really a lot of stakes at play.
We start getting bored toward the end.
We rate it!
Support the show: check out our new Patreon perks!
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts150 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 44:46, 43.6 MB

149 Cars 3 - Tixar

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 16 Jun 2017 16:16:04 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea are off to the races with this review of Pixar Animation's 18th feature film, 'Cars 3'!

Highlights

Welcome to the RotoNation, Alex and Cloe!
Pixar Short: LOU
We all know THAT kid. Some of us were THAT kid.
Love that animation style!
Main Discussion: Cars 3
Morgan's 'Cars 2' rant
Director Spotlight: Brian Fee
Sally. Is she really right for McQueen?
The Dark Teaser Trailer - Parent's freak out.
The player/mentor relationship
Lightning's just hanging out in his primer aka underwear.
They 'Cashed Out.'
"You have hit a wall." -The Simulation
It's 'Nascar Country' for a reason!
That trophy, though...
That plot twist, though...
Dinaco: Pixar theory expanded.
The music: Randy Newman
We Rate It!
New Patron Perks!
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts149 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 00:53:49, 38.4 MB

148 Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit - The Vegg

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 06:00:00 +0000

Your favorite duo is back talking about everyone's favorite animated duo from 'across the pond!' Chelsea and Morgan discuss Wallace & Gromit in their first full length feature: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit!

Highlights

Main Discussion:
What's in a name?
Was it a success?
You'll never get it out of your head.
Gromit's Characterization
Aardman humor: So innocent and yet cheeky
How would you feel if your exterminator had your picture in their living room?
Ode to Stopmotion
Bunnies!!!!!!
Voicemail: Danile L
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts148 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 00:48:11, 36.8 MB

147 Fantasia 2000 - You're Such a Snob

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 19 May 2017 06:00:00 +0000

Rotoscopers review Disney's Fantasia 2000, the sequel to the 1941 film, Fantasia. Classical music has never been this polarizing. Are you #TeamMorgan or #TeamChelsea?

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Welcome Satria!
Existing Disney shorts that got or are getting the Fantasia treatment?
What piece of classical music would you like to see in animation?
Favorite Animation Concert?
Main Discussion: Fantasia 2000!
General Info
First Thoughts
"Symphony No. 5" (first movement) - Beethoven
Steven Martin
"Pines of Rome" by Ottorino Respighi
"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin
Bette Midler
"Piano Concerto No. 2, Allegro, Opus 102" by Dmitri Shostakovich
James Earl Jones
"The Carnival of the Animals (Le Carnival des Animaux), Finale" by Camille Saint-Saëns
Penn Jillette & Teller
"The Sorcerer's Apprentice" by Paul Dukas
Mickey intro
"Pomp and Circumstance – Marches 1, 2, 3 and 4" by Edward Elgar
Angela Lansbury.
"Firebird Suite—1919 Version" by Igor Stravinsky
Ending & Post credit: Steve Martin
Voicemail: Danny, Jonathan, Annie
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:17:31, 57.3MB

146 Fantasia - It's All About the Hippos

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 05 May 2017 17:22:02 +0000

In episode 146 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review Disney's third theatrical animated film, 1940's Fantasia!

Highlights

Main Discussion: Fantasia (1940)
What a backstory!
Finally made it's money back!
First impressions
Scene by scene
Chelsea's getting hungry
Top 3 scenes?
We rate it!
Voicemail: Alex B, Rachel, Dan S, Daniel L, Gabbi, Jon
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Runtime: 01:14:13

145 Joseph: King of Dreams - Dang it, Wrong Musical!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:12:34 +0000

The Rotoscopers take on DreamWorks' only direct-to-video film, the sequel that's actually a prequel, Joseph: King of Dreams!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Joseph: King of Dreams (2000)
Main Discussion
Patron Pick! Thanks Holly!
The market for of Bible Videos
Did it need to be a musical?
The world's first Millennial
The story behind the "Half Brothers"
Luke Skywalker vibes
Potiphar's wife has some swagger
You Know Better Than I
Tell Pharaoh!!!
Lessons we learn from this story
Triggers.
April Fools!
The fat guy in the band makes it all worth it.
We Rate it!
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Runtime: 54:33, 41 MB

144 Dumbo - Worst. Circus. Ever.

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 07 Apr 2017 15:52:08 +0000

Chelsea and Morgan hit The Big Top and talk about Disney's shortest animated feature film, Dumbo!

Highlights

Main Discussion: Dumbo
Basic production info
Can we get a Dumbo Art Book by J.B. Kaufman?
Where does Dumbo fall in history?
Initial thoughts
Look out for Mister Stork!
Chelsea's sister, Marisa.
The building the circus song and Mamma Jumbo gets mad
Song: Baby All Mine
Pink Elephants on parade.
When I see an Elephant fly
The Magic Feather and Ending
We rate it!
Our thoughts on the upcoming live action remake directed by Tim Burton
Bloopers! "It's better to be nice."
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Runtime: 53:32, 40 MB

143 Atlantis: The Lost Empire - Can We Get Helga Workout Videos, Please?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 06:42:50 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea submerge themselves in the Language, style, and forgotten gems of this 2001 Disney Film

Highlights

Main Discussion: Atlantis: The Lost Empire
Basic Details and the Terrific Trio
What was 'Par for the course?'
"No Songs. More Explosions." We were HIP!
They made up a language?
Poor boy's in the boiler room. We love Michael J Fox!
"I LOVE HELGA!" -Morgan
Walk-in Fireplace A.K.A. #Goals
The ensemble cast and who we love.
Where is the emotional weight?
Kita: The Forgotten Disney Princess
"Don't look into the light!" -Bugs Life
"P.T. Barnum was right" Suckers!
So many unanswered questions!
"I always wanted to use that spell" -Professor McGonagall
There made sure to cover their bases with the cat.

Voicemail: Alex
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Runtime: 00:53:03, 57.6 MB

142 Happily Ever After - Why Laser Beam Eyes?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 10 Mar 2017 15:37:58 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea are back for another Patron Pick film. This time they review Filmation's 1990 animated film about Snow White, Happily Ever After.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: A little history of Filmation
Main Discussion: Happily Ever After (1990)
You can't find this movie anywhere legally online, but it's uploaded to YouTube with 4.2 MILLION views.
What other animated films came out in 1993?
YouTube and Amazon reviews for this film.
Gotta love the SNES Amazon page for the video game!
Plurality of the word "dwarf".
What's with the unnecessary critters? Why are they singing?
Laser beams out of Malice's eyes? What?
Lots of reused animation in this film.
The budget for this film: pennies?
This horse is almost is worthy of being an honorary Disney Horse
Introducing the Dwarfelles AKA the Disney fairies
The songs...ouch.
The Shadow Man AKA "whatever it is"
The stone critters they didn't want to animate anymore
Moral: Kids don't spoke
We rate it!
Voicemail:
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Bloopers!

141 Aladdin and The King of Thieves - They're Finally Getting Married

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 25 Feb 2017 18:29:07 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea invite you to join them on the Nerdy Couch. Put your nostalgia goggles on and join in on the fun and maybe even some signing! (OK, a lot of singing!)

Highlights

Main Discussion: Aladdin and the King of Thieves (1996)
The epic VHS trailer!
The "trilogy" explained
History: 'Direct to Video' sales & Tad Stones from The Disney Afternoon
Ode to Robin Williams and the full returning voice cast & soundtrack
Movie Breakdown: So many quotes! So much singing! You've been warned.
Morgan's new rug
We Rate It!
Voicemails: Alex, Lauren, & Jeremiah
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Runtime: 01:19:20, 39.3 MB

140 Five Year Anniversary - Truncate Silence

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000

After five years of podcasts the whole gang is together to reminisce about the opportunities that have come from the show, the fans, the inevitable tangents, and the future of the show!

Highlights

Remembering the first episodes
Mason always interrupts, Morgan always get's her way, and Chelsea will edit you out. It's just the Rotoscopers' way.
Funny titles of episodes we don't even remember doing.
So many people are our favorite people.
Touring Animation Studios
The Glen Keane Interview
The Steve Hickner Interview
The Don Bluth Interviews #1 & #2
Roto-Rama: Next time in Rome!
Mason loves Shanna
Personality Profiles! Pottermore/Myers Briggs
Our Amazing Fans, RotoWriters, and the RotoNation
Roto-Enemies Turned Roto-Allies
We are for FANS by FANS. Please don't take us too seriously!
More favorite episodes! So many quotes!
Frozember and all that Frozen stuff
Most viewed Roto YouTube Videos
"IRL"
What's next?
- Chelsea's New Music Patreon
- Mason's Etsy
- Morgan's new projects yet to be disclosed!
What's next for the podcast? #MakeRotoscopersGreatAgain
So long Mason! We love you and can't wait for you to graduate!
Bloopers!
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Runtime: 01:11:29, 59.3 MB

139 Megamind - I Had the Time of My Shhlife

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 15:47:52 +0000

Chelsea and Mason are joined by the Head of Character Animation for DreamWorks' 2010 film, Megamind, Jason Schleifer! Get ready for an in-depth look behind the scenes and at the future of animation!

Highlights

Jason Sheilfer: A History
Nimble Collective
Megamind: The Film
Jason's advice for going into management
His work on the upcoming film, Boss Baby
One last Easter egg to look for when you watch the film
Bloopers!
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Runtime: 01:49:36, 75.3 MB

138 Emperor's New Groove - Kronk Out!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 08:00:00 +0000

New Year means a New Groove! Mason's back with Chelsea as they welcome animator and director, Tony Bancroft, as they talk about Disney Animation's 'The Emperor's New Groove'!

Highlights

The Sweatbox - Kingdom of the Sun
Favorite quotes
When Tony joined the team/Tony's Journey
The Kronk Off! Mason vs. Tony
Esma vs Cruella DeVile
Angle vs Devil Kronk
Muscle Magazines
How do you rank this film? IMDB standing
Why were the box office results so low?
Music - Sting. What's Chelsea's problem?
Chat Questions: How did Tony hear about the Rotoscopers?
God Speed, Kronk.
Voicemail: Alex, Jack Song & Jeremiah
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Runtime: 01:38:13, 72.5 MB

137 Who Framed Roger Rabbit - I'm Not Bad, I'm Just Drawn That Way

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 09:19:24 +0000

Tom Bancroft from 'The Bancroft Brothers Animation Podcast,' along with Roto-Writer, MJ Edwards, joins Chelsea for this fun chat about the 1988 Touchstone/Amblimation film, 'Who Framed Rogger Rabbit'!

Highlights

Catch 'N' Fire with MJ and Tom
Nerdy Couch Discussion: The Roger Rabbit Shorts!
Who's the guy in the rabbit costume?
Andreas Deja's favorite nickname
History of Touchstone
Tom's top selling book that never was
Main Discussion:
Money, Money, Money, Money!
How many artists does it take to clean up after themselves?
Cameras, Props, and 'Star Wars' comparisons
We love the 40's
Bob Hoskins did so much better than Scooby Do
Daffy and Donald take the stage
Shave and a Haircut
"He makes me laugh"
An animator's view and the Red Line
Best. Line. Ever.
The ending is kind of weird... all five of them.
Voicemail: Steve Hickner, Sydney, Mystery Man, Danny L, & DJ Slope
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Runtime: 01:41:35, 73.2 MB

136 Moana - Let the Man-Tears Flow

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:06:20 +0000

Get the boats ready we are sailing off to talk about Disney's new animated film, 'Moana!' Welcome to guest hosts, RotoWriter, Pablo Ruiz, and Ryan Prieto!

Highlights

Catch 'N' Fire with Ryan Prieto
Main Discussion: Basic Facts
Will 'Moana' beat 'Frozen' at the box office?
The original plot points prior to the research trip. Who are these brothers?
That's a lot of research! Is the soundtrack in Fijian?
Characters - Long hair and water!
Let's just talk about what we all want to: the music, song by song.
#PutMirandaInTheVault
Tears. So many tears!
Only a few negatives.
This is why I'm here! -More tears.
Let the audience make the connection
Voicemail: Alex B, Jack, Jess A, Mark, and Sydney
Please tell us where you are listening from!
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Runtime: 1:35:23, 69.8 MB

135 Trolls - We Will Not Be Trolled

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 16:31:22 +0000

The internet trolls are out to get us but the Rotoscopers will not be stopped! Welcome guest hosts: Chad Lewis, of LewToons YouTube fame, and RotoWriter and YouTuber Rachel Wagner

Highlights

Main Discussion:
So many emotions in so many movies!
I'll never EVER be happy!
I 'felt' it! - Lisa Frank Character designs
Who are all these trolls?
Overcoming horrible teaser trailers
Bridgett and Roller Rinks
"Oh, that my life were a music video" -Chelsea
Can we just talk about Justin Timberlake for a while?
Can we talk about Mumbai Musical for a while?
Another tangent: Captain Underpants!
MySpace references in Toy Story
Let's drive back to the 90's for a second: Animated Musicals
We Rate It!
Voicemail: Daniel L, Josh K, Mystery Man, & Christian
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134 Finding Nemo - The B*Fished Episode

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 07:00:00 +0000

This fun episode submerges Mason and Chelsea in a sea of nautical puns and technical difficulties but nothing stops them from reviewing this great Disney Pixar film, 'Finding Nemo!'

Highlights

Main Discussion: Finding Nemo
Original Story by Andrew Stanton!
Money and Critical Response
Research and scuba dives in the Great Barrier Reef
The Shark Tale comparison
Characters and favorite scenes
Quote-off!
Voicemail: Mystery Man, Ryan P., Tara, Dylan, Jeremiah, & Simon
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Runtime: 00:55:38, 41.2 MB

133 Wall-E - Alright, We'll Recycle Already!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 22 Oct 2016 21:18:02 +0000

Mason and Morgan take the show into the world of Pixar's 'Wall-E!"

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Mason and Morgan take Variety's Pixar Quiz!
Main Discussion:
Award Blitz. This film brought home the bling!
LIVE ACTION
PART ONE: WALL-E ON EARTH
WALL-E and EVA: Robots in love
PART TWO: ABOARD THE AXIOM
Directive A113! - "Computer, define 'hoedown'"
Voicemail: Cassidy W., Mystery Man, Dan, Daniel L, Jeremiah, & Ryan P
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Runtime: 01:10:53, 35.5 MB

132 Storks - RotoPack! Form a Podcast!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 23:13:36 +0000

The Rotoscopers are all back and ready for takeoff! Join them as they talk about the newest film from Warner Brothers Animation: Storks!

Highlights

Main Discussion:
Going into this film...
Let's talk about the directors!
Voice Actors: Give me a little more Kelsey Grammer
Humor for a new generation: Do we really talk like that?
A few Simpsons quotes go a long way.
Family: Isn't it about TIME?
Voicemail: No Name, Rachel Wagner, & Ryan R.
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131 An American Tail: Fievel Goes West - Cat R. Waul VS Ratigan

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 17:18:44 +0000

Way out west, the Rotoscopers are at it again, dog-gone-it! This time they review 'An American Tail: Fievel Goes West'

Highlights

Main Discussion:
So many connections to Beauty and the Beast!
Mini Nerdy Couch Discussion - Who would win in a fight?
Chelsea is lost in the jungle
We rate it!
Voicemail:
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Runtime: 01:15:03, 55.3 MB

130 Kubo and the Two Strings - Who's the Monkey?!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 07:00:00 +0000

Kubo and the Two Stings hits theaters, check out what the Rotoscopers thought!

Highlights

Main Discussion: Kubo and the Two Strings (2016)
Kubo at the box office. Why hasn't it done very well?
What is the deal with the mom? Dementia? Brain damage? Other?
The design of the sisters was amazing. 10 out of 10.
What's the deal with Monkey? We explain it to Mason.
Voicemails: Alec, Dylan, Hannah, Joey, Ryan, and Sarah

Runtime: 01:16:53, 36.9 MB

129 The Little Prince - He Just Said the 'B' Word

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 21:11:12 +0000

The Little Prince has finally been made available! Check out what our hosts, Chelsea, Mason and Morgan, thought!

Highlights

The back story of 'The Little Prince' - A Netflix Original Movie
Main Discussion:
The Animation Style - Mixes CG with Stop Motion
The "magic suitcase"
Celebrity voices and their characters
they "showed" and didn't "tell"
Themes - Death, Loss, Growing up but not forgetting, Dystopian corporate wasteland vs fantasy world, Businessmen are evil!
Did anyone think that the film was boring?
Music/Score
Critic Reviews: The Independent VS Vox
Voicemail: Jeremiah, Brandon, Ryan P., & Sarah
HOUSEKEEPING - Morgan's PSA about us being "Critics" and Status on Writing applications
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Runtime: 1:12:14, 53.1 MB

128 Bambi - 'Twitter'pated

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 30 Jul 2016 05:40:36 +0000

The Rotoscopers have gone on STRIKE! Last minute they decided to review the Walt Disney Classic, Bambi, instead of Ice Age 5. Was it a good decision? You be the judge!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Why we decided to record Bambi today.
Main Discussion: Patron Pick by Greg Wilde
The movie is based on Bambi, A Life in the Woods (1923) by Austrian author Felix Salten.
Naturalism - not set in a fantasy world
Tyrus Wong did a lot of the background paintings. At age 105, he is still going strong!
"April Showers" arguably the most complex piece of animation in the film.
We gotta talk about BAMBI'S MAMA (spoiler: she dies!)
Conservationist / Environmentalist message / Backlash
WERE THE HUNTERS THERE ILLEGALLY? (do we even care?) A "SHOT-BY-SHOT" ANALYSIS by Mason
We Rate It!
Mini Discussion on Ice Age 5
Voicemail: Rachel and Jeremiah
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Runtime: 01:13:24, 52.8MB

127 'The Secret Life of Pets' - The Snake in My Pantry

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 18:45:58 +0000

What do your pets do when you are away? Mason and Chelsea welcome special guest host Rachel Wagner to talk about the new Illumination Entertainment's 'The Secret Life of Pets.'

Highlights

Main Discussion- Special Guest Host: Rachel Wagner
Production notes "The first film to open over $100 million in the United States that is not a sequel nor based on previously published material."
Mason's theatre report
The Mower Minions Short
Going into the film we all had low expectations but it was just "too cute!"
Voice Cast: Albert Brooks (Tiberius)...just think of a really creepy Marlin.
So many pet-isms
The snake in Chelsea's pantry.
Sausage trip. These kinds of sequences should be expected from Illumination.
New York! The cityscapes and skylines and building designs were gorgeous.
Voicemail: Kelsey and Hannah
Blooper: PokémonGO Conversation
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Runtime: 01:21:45, 56.2 MB

126 Finding Dory - Octophile

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 06:44:44 +0000

The Rotoscopers couldn't hold back their excitement to discuss Pixar's new sequel Finding Dory!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Piper (2016)
Main Discussion: Finding Dory (2016)
First thoughts and expectations--it blew us out of the water!
Improvements in the animation, except for Marlin
Were Marlin and Nemo necessary?
New characters: Hank the septipus, Bailey the Beluga and Destiny the whale shark.
Where's Maya Rudolph in this film?
Baby Dory is adorable. Heart eyes for those eyes!
Where are all the easter eggs in Finding Dory?
Where does this rank as far as Pixar sequels go? Do you prefer Zootopia or Finding Dory?
Voicemail: Daniel, Dylan, & Sarah

Runtime: 01:22:41, 60.7 MB

125 Song of the Sea - The Great Stone Giant

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 12:00:00 +0000

It's RotoTheropy time as the hosts get into a great discussion based on the 2014 film, Song of the Sea!

Highlights

Main Discussion:
General info and box office
The Art: A kaleidoscope of color
Morals of the story
The little details
I with I knew Irish folklore
Irish music
"If someone could take all your pain away, would you let them?"
Morgan's unanswered questions
Voicemails: Chloe, Jack, Kurt, Rachel, Ryan P, Sarah, Tonya
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Runtime: 01:21:27, 57.5 MB

124 The Angry Birds Movie - Gen-a-twoer

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:51:20 +0000

The entire RotoGang is back to discuss 2016'2 newest animated release by Rovio Animation and Sony Pictures Imageworks The Angry Birds Movie.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Video games and animation
What animated films/shows would we like to see?
Are animation based on games more popular with fans or are there some that are universally beloved?
Main Discussion: The Angry Birds Movie (2016)
Production Drama
THE VERY FIRST ANIMATED FILM BASED ON A SMARTPHONE APP
Animation quality is quite good.
Where did they go right and wrong?
Voicemails: Jeremiah, Melissa, Rachel, Ryan, Sarah, and MJ
We rate it!

Runtime:01:38:42, 68.3 MB

123 Titan A.E. - Space Snakes

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 20 May 2016 07:13:52 +0000

Mason and Chelsea hammer out the details of this Don Bluth, cult classic, film!

Highlights

Main Discussion:
Don Bluth & Gary Goldman
20th Century Fox took a huge hit with this one. Oof.
Voice Cast
Don Bluth Dazzle. Lot's of Dazzle.
'Titan A.E.' vs 'IRON GIANT' vs 'Treasure Planet'
Is this a 'Kid's film'? -It's a DON BLUTH kid's film! Big difference.
She's got gadget and gizmos aplenty!
Where did the sun come from?
Why wasn't this more successful?
Chat Question: Who is your favorite character?
Voicemail: Sinjon & MJ
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Runtime: 01:06:45, 45.9 MB

122 The Jungle Book Double Feature - Bagheera!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Mon, 09 May 2016 14:21:49 +0000

It's a Double Header! The Rotoscopers are taking on, not only the 1967 animated classic, but also Disney's new 2016 live action adaptation! Join in on all the fun!

Highlights

Main Discussion:
1967 Not the most well-crafted Disney film but just plain FUN!
"BAGHEEEERRRAAAAAAAAAAA!!!"
The score is so unique.
Directing Animators: Milt Kahl, Ollie Johnston, Frank Thomas
"Man-Cub? Man-Cub!"
"I Wanna Be Like You" sequences is probably one of my all-time pieces of classic Disney animation.
2016 LIVE ACTION ADAPTATION
Scarlett Johansson as Kaa?
Christopher Walken as King Louie?
Voicemail: Mystery Caller, Jenny, Josh, Kurt, Laura, Ryan, Mark, Sarah, & Rachel!
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Runtime: 01:35:30, 91.7 MB

121 The Lion King II - Don't Go Over There or the Plot Will Commence

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 08:02:33 +0000

For the first time ever, the Rotoscopers are discussing a direct-to-video sequel, Disney's 1998 The Lion King II: Simba's Pride.

Highlights

Thanks to Jasmine for this Patron Pick!
Nerdy Couch Discussion: 2D films in the Disney canon that don't have sequels.
Main Discussion: The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998)
One of the top-selling direct-to-video release of all time
Scenes that are directly ripped off from the original film
Kovu’s Mom is like a pageant mom whose kid got disqualified.
Kovu aka Jason Marsden. That one guy from that one show…
Polygamy!
“Deception! Disgrace!” Sing it, Mr’s Antelope and Zebra!
Voicemails: Jack, Daniel, Jeremiah, Josh, Sarah, and Kurt
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Runtime: 01:18:15, 37 MB

120 The Princess and the Frog - All That and a Bag of Chicks

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 09 Apr 2016 04:14:07 +0000

Morgan and Chelsea are flying solo to review Disney's 2009 2D animated film The Princess and the Frog.

Highlights

Main Discussion: The Princess and the Frog (2009)
First impressions, character breakdowns, and what's Chelsea's beef?
The Music! - Randy Newman a.k.a. The Pixar Guy
Plot development: What did you think of...
Too many frogs?
Engagement... too soon?
That DRESS!
Voicemails: Chad, Mystery Caller, Mark, Sarah
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Runtime: 01:29:55, 87.6 MB

119 - It's Such a Beautiful Day - By Don Hertzfeldt

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 06:29:17 +0000

It's the Patron Pick! Our hosts pick apart a few of the shorts by Don Hertzfeldt, most notably, "It's a Beautiful Day"

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Animation at the 2016 Accademy Awards
More Shorts by Don Hertzfeldt and why we really look up to him as an artist.
Main Discussion: It's Such a Beautiful Day by Don Hertzfeldt
Parental Notice: Not for General Audiences. (reff to porn and profanity)
"Bill felt USED."
Don’t let the simple animation fool you.
"An existential artsy way of expressing the mystery of death."
Chelsea got the wrong assignment.
Voicemail: Jon North
MASON PSA
Thanks goes to our patron, ALEX D., for picking this film to review!
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Runtime: 01:16:47, 70.3 MB

118 Zootopia - Vote Mason for President!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 12 Mar 2016 01:12:05 +0000

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion:
Catch 'N' Fire with AJ Howell & Animation Duel
Can we talk about the “furry” in the room?
Main Discussion:
This film is actually about the evils of walking around naked.
Blatant pop culture references & Loads of big-name Hollywood stars
Was Clawhauser the breakout character?
Flash the sloth, Mr. Big, and Disney got us with ANOTHER surprise villain!
THE DISSENT: only two out of 142 critics’ reviews gave Zootopia a “rotten” rating on RottenTomatoes
We rate it!
Voicemail: Jesse, Rachel, Dylan, and... Eric?
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Runtime: 01:41:06, 48.5 MB

117 Oscar 2016 Nominated Animated Short Films - The Chelsea Invasion

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 22:33:02 +0000

The Rotoscopers are joined by RotoWriter Max den Hartog to discuss this year's batch of nominees for Best Animated Short Film.

Highlights

Rei, Michael, and Mary win our "How Well Do You Know the Animation Addicts Podcast" quiz!
Congratulations to Vanessa for winning our iTunes review contest!
Main Discussion: 2016 Oscar Nominated Animated Short Films
- Bear Story
- Sanjay's Super Team
- World of Tomorrow
- We Can't Live without Cosmos
- Prologue
Voicemail: Tara
Who do you think will win vs. who do you want to win?
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116 Kung Fu Panda 3 - It's Inner Peace, Man!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 12 Feb 2016 15:55:33 +0000

Highlights

Main Discussion:
#diplomacy - First major American animated feature to be co-produced by a Chinese firm
KAI. How does he compare as a KFP villain?
How many major themes can we put into this?
Inner Peace smells funny
It is finally time to introduce Chi.
Split families: Both my dads
Meet the Pandas
Mai Mai
Po is in the 'Friend Zone'
Mason's 'How it should have ended'
So...do we want 6 movies?
Furious 5 Voicemails: DJ Slope, Jack, Joshua, Sarah, Rachel
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Runtime: 01:13:25, 35.2 MB

115 A Bug's Life - Oh, Morgan, Where Art Thou?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 17:10:26 +0000

Highlights

Welcome to Pablo!
First Thoughts: Why can't we remember this one?
Nominated for one Oscar
So many Ant Movies!
Pixar, always going further and further with technology
The Music: We Love Randy Newman
Wonderful voice cast and quotes
The old “climactic battle” has so much chaos in it! The rainfall is terrifying.
Geri’s Game played in front of this!
Voicemail: “I only got 24 hours to live and I ain’t gonna waste it here!” DJ Slope & Mark
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:25:55, 41.2 MB

114 Interview with Bibo Bergeron - Director of 'A Monster in Paris'

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 07:12:27 +0000

Mason and Chelsea chat with the French director of of movies like 'Road to El Dorado,' 'Shark Tale' & 'A Monster in Paris,' Mr. Bibo Bergeron!

Highlights

How Bibo got in to animation
The people that helped him get where he is.
Comments on the making of 'A Monster in Paris'
What he's doing now and what we have to look forward to.
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:34:22, 45.3 MB

113 The Boxtrolls - Oh, Mason, Where Art Thou?!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 08:00:00 +0000

Mason is out of town so it's another good ol' 'Morgan & Chelsea episode' in the same room! The girls take on LAIKA's third stop motion animated film, The Boxtrolls!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Travis Knight - Laika CEO, Producer, & Lead Animator
Main Discussion: General info, budget, & the melodic saw.
12 Boxtrolls facts you probably didn’t need to know.
Themes: Social climbing, cheese, and living "outside the box."
Voice cast, character development, aiming high in story development.
Aesthetics and difficult scenes to animate
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts113 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 00:59:43

112 Best of 2015 - Rotoscopers Awards & Roto Trivia with Chad Lewis of LewToons

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 17:40:50 +0000

It's our annual end-of-year episode and to celebrate, we bring out a special guest host, Chad Lewis of LewToons YouTube fame!

Highlights

Introducing special guest, Chad Lewis!
Rotoscopers Awards Results
Nerdy Couch Discussion: Top News Articles with the most traffic
RotoTrivia - How Well do You Know the Animation Addicts Podcast with the Rotoscopers?!
Voicemail: Frank, Sarah, & Vanessa
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:30:29, 44.7MB

111 Treasure Planet - With a Very Pleasing 'Gold Coin to Precious Jewel' Ratio

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 22:00:19 +0000

The gang is ready to talk about the 2002 Disney Sci-fi flick, from the directors Ron Clements and John Musker, 'Treasure Planet!'

Highlights

Main Discussion: Treasure Planet (2002)
Why didn't it do better in the box office?
Animation Raves "It takes you back"
Disney Theory: Is Jim a descendant of Tarzan?
Character designs: Who was more appealing?
Mini Nerdy Couch Discussion: Should supervising animators get more recognition for animating their characters?
Sidekick time: Morph vs. B.E.N. Technical nitpicking by Mason. #crazyrobot #theplushtoy
We're still on 'the gold thing'.
How does this portal work, exactly? Is it always open?
The villain countdown
Voicemail: Sinjon, Jack, Matt, MJ, Rachel, Rei, Vanessa, Mark
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts111 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

110 Dragon's Lair: The Movie Indiegogo - Interview with Don Bluth & Gary Goldman

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 08 Dec 2015 16:27:23 +0000

The animation world has been abuzz since animation legends Don Bluth and Gary Goldman announced they were doing a crowdfunding campaign for a sizzle reel for Dragon's Lair: The Movie. The duo first started on Kickstarter, but recently moved over to Indiegogo last week.

In less than a week, the new Indiegogo campaign has amassed over $200K, reaching 80% of its $240K goal. However, they don't want to stop at $250K, they have a lot of awesome stretch goals, contests, giveaways and more sneak peek's for backers in the the coming weeks.

The Rotoscopers had the opportunity to sit down with Don and Gary to discuss the campaign and film. Check it out in the newest episode of the Animation Addicts Podcast!

Highlights

A little bit about Dragon's Lair's history and cult status.
Why they made the jump from Kickstarter to Indiegogo.
A little tease at the plot: it's a prequel!
We all wish Walt Disney happy birthday...in harmony!
What they're going to do with the money from the campaign.

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMnRKij0PTU

Support the Campaign

If you are interested supporting the Dragon's Lair: The Movie Indiegogo campaign, click here!

109 The Good Dinosaur - Brought to You By Montana!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 02:15:16 +0000

In episode 109 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review Pixar's second feature to be released in 2015, The Good Dinosaur.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Why is Pixar held to a higher standard by critics and viewers?
Main Discussion: The Good Dinosaur (2015)
Mini discussion about our thoughts on the new short Sanjay's Super Team.
Better titles for The Good Dinosaur brought to you by Mason Smith!
The film's troubled production history. To understand the film, you need to understand this.
Real talk: photo-realistic backgrounds. Did they work?
Animation: wow, they nailed it!
Characters: small cast, but lots of favorites!
Best parts of the film in our opinion: T-Rexes, Arlo and Spot's relationship.
The story is good, but not necessarily totally original.
The rotten fruit sequence. Some people think it makes it seem like doing drugs was fun. Agree or disagree?
Would it have been better for Spot to be domesticated or to run free with his kind? Is there some sort of anti-domestication message going on here?
Voicemails: Alissa, Gabbi, Rachel, Ryan, Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts109 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:54:18, 83.5 MB

108 The Peanuts Movie - Are There Peanuts Brand Peanuts?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 08:00:00 +0000

The Rotoscopers jump into the world of Charles Schulz for Blue Sky Studios' 2015 animated film The Peanuts Movie.

Highlights

Mini Main Discussion: Cosmic Scrat-tastrophe (2015)
Main Discussion: The Peanuts Movie (2015)
What we thought about the animation and the translation to CGI.
The Peanuts Movie is about a small, bald Odysseus.
A very simple, episode story without hard driving plot.
Lots of promotion and marketing for this film!
Were the Red Baron scenes overkill?
Voiced all by real kids! Except Fifi.
The IMDB hate filter.
Favorite scenes?
Voicemail: Sinjon, Vanessa
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts108 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:19:24, 58.5 MB

107 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Walkin' in a Render Wonderland

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 10:50:46 +0000

Highlights

Main Discussion: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)
General info and box office results.
Flint is a great protagonist. Animation style is so unique to Sony.
Even Sony uses one of the most common animation tropes: the dead parent.
Sam and her conflict of having to dumb her self down to be accepted.
Wins the award for "Least Annoying Monkey Character in a Film".
Great cast of characters: Baby Brent, Mayor, and Earl.
Tim Lockwood: misunderstood
The animation marvels that were achieved in this film. The jello!
The ice cream snow. Much more appetizing than mashed potatoes.
The ending drags a bit.
Was there ever any doubt that Flint and Sam would get together?
Voicemail: Ryan, Mark
Listener question: What is your favorite quote? Twitter | Facebook
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts107 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:28:55, 65.5 MB

106 Lilo & Stitch - Bait and Stitch

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 05:40:40 +0000

It's the annual Halloween episode of the Animation Addicts podcast, and even though we're not reviewing a spooky film, the Rotoscopers still got dressed up in their costumes to review Disney's 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Lilo & Stitch (2002)
It's a special Halloween episode, where the Rotoscopers dressed up in costumes. Mason's No Face costume FTW!
General facts about the film. 2002 wasn't that great of a year for animation, was it? (Except for a few exceptions.)
Stitch mania was everywhere! Stitch is incredibly popular in Japan.
The film's marketing and Stitch-takeover trailers.
Character designs are so appealing, yet much different from typical Disney animated films.
Lilo and Nani are the breakout characters!
Favorite moments, quotes and scenes. “Oh good, my dog found the chainsaw.”
Film explores the themes of loneliness, broken homes, adoption, and more.
The music. Not your traditional Disney musical. A few Hawaiian-esque songs plus Elvis Presley.
Listener question: Who is your favorite character in Lilo & Stitch and why?
We rate it!
Voicemails: Adriana, Crystal, Ellen, Gabbi, Mark, Rachel and Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts106 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:26:06, 62.2 MB

105 Hotel Transylvania 2 - "I Love Your Chocolate Cereal!"

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 13:01:36 +0000

The Rotoscopers get together for episode 105 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, where we review Sony's 2015 animated film HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2.

Highlights

General Info and the review embargo.
ANIMATION: Even MORE cartoony than the last film! Are we watching Looney Toons?
COMEDY STYLE: So many one-liners! GAGS UP THE WAZZOOOOO
"You know who the real monster is… Diabetes!”
Thoughts on technology prevalence in films.
CHARACTERS
The Plot and the Ending. Did they work?
Obligatory dance party!
Listener Twitter and Facebook questions.
Voicemail: Rachel and Sarah
- How long do you wait to see a movie when it comes to theaters?
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts105 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:18:01, 56.8 MB

104 Hotel Transylvania - Everyone Killed the Wife

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 07:00:00 +0000

Highlights

'Lilo and Stitch' Schedule Change
Main Discussion: Hotel Transylvania (2012)
First thoughts of 'Hotel Transylvania'
World Rabies Day...Are we celebrating rabies?
Genndy Tartakovsky: Dexter's Lab & Powerpuff Girls, Samurai Jack film?, panned 'Popeye' film, animation icon, master of timing
6 directors for this film
Animation style of 'Hotel Transylvania': Chuck Jones/Tex Avery... Wait, no live action reference?
Morgan's Motion Blur rant makes an appearance again in the podcast
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, but animated...and w/monsters
Voice actors: Adam Sandler and phonebook friends, "Happy Madison Gang," Selena Gomez replaces Miley
Universal monsters fiasco: Why isn't Dracula's cape red on the inside? Why isn't Frankenstein green and where are the bolts in the neck?
Sony releases free rig for bellhop character
Are the tables monsters?
Jonathan respects Dracula instead of rebels
Other Characters: Werewolf, kids, Mummy, Frankenstein's Bride, Quasimodo
Have all the voice actors worked with each other?
Dance party at the end
Morgan is seeing 'Hotel Transylvania 2' twice
Ratings, Listener Twitter question
Voicemail: Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts104 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:18:44, 57.3 MB

103 Fantastic Mr. Fox - Are You Cussing at Me?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 07:00:00 +0000

Highlights

Main Discussion: Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)
General info and box office results
Authentic production design and a "primitive" style adds charm.
Characters: Who did we like most?
Why the “Cuss”? - Do you think it’ll catch on?
THE WOLF - What was that all about?
Listener Twitter question
Voicemail: Melissa, MJ, Ryan, and Sarah

Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 1:23:05, 58.8 MB

102 Over the Garden Wall - Candy Camouflage

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 07:00:00 +0000

It's our first episode picked out by one of the awesome Rotoscopers' patrons. RotoNation member Rachel Wagner selected the 2014 Cartoon Network miniseries Over the Garden Wall for this episode of the Animation Addicts Podcast.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Over the Garden Wall (2014)
General background and Cartoon Network info
Voice Cast: Elijah Wood, Collin Dean, Melanie Lynskey, Christopher Lloyd, and more!
Fairytale Story line. "How dare they make us think!"
Art style and Themes
What is the "Unknown?"
Voicemails: Rachel, Asja, Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts102 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:20:51, 59.4 MB

101 Shaun the Sheep Movie - It's a Classy Fart Joke

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 14 Aug 2015 14:21:14 +0000

The Rotoscopers are together for their very first live video show with a discussion and their reviews of the critically acclaimed Aardman Animations stop-motion film Shaun the Sheep Movie.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Shaun the Sheep Movie (2015)
Did very poorly at the US box office despite being critically acclaimed. Why do you think that happened?
No dialogue! Makes the other elements of the film (visuals, comedy, score) step up.
No need to be a Shaun the Sheep TV viewer to jump right into this film!
Amnesia in films. A common trope to create drama and tension.
The dog catcher is probably just a former cop who was let go from the squad.
It isn't a pet movie with a trip to the dog pound.
The Farmer's social media/viral rise to stardom as a celebrity hairstylist.
Chelsea enlightens us on what a "classy fart joke" is.
What makes Shaun the Sheep Movie so great: Shuan, dumb sheep herd, filthy party pigs, and the adorable baby sheep Timmy.
We rate it!
Voicemail: Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts101 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

100 Roto-Rama: The 100th Episode Spectacular

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 14:17:40 +0000

Morgan, Mason, and Chelsea are celebrating the 100th episode of the Animation Addicts Podcast by coming together for the first time ever! Join them as they reminisce on good times and great memories from the podcast over the years!

Highlights

Roto-Rama weekend rundown: Mason and Chelsea finally meet! The Rotoscopers are all finally together!
Don Bluth Front Row Theater, commentaries, and Disney Scene It?
What's going on in Morgan, Mason and Chelsea's lives?
Favorite episode moments: interviews, jokes, and what we've learned.
Voicemails: Dylan, AJ, Katie, Mark, Sarah, Chris, Danielle, Gabi, Hannah W., Jess, Melissa, Ryan P., and Vanessa!
Rotoscopers' confessions: animated films Mason has never seen (a.k.a. Mason shaming).
Nerdy Couch Discussion: Why do some animation fandoms have rabid fan bases, but the others not so much. What's the difference?
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts100 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:30:45, 43.6 MB

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099 Minions - It is What it is, Just Go with it!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 07:00:00 +0000

We go back to the dawn of time to the inception of everyone's favorite little yellow henchmen with a review of Illumination Entertainment's 2015 film Minions.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Humor in animated films
Potty humor. Is it necessary?
Main Discussion: Minions (2015)
Our first Illumination Entertainment film!
A little history about the studio Illumination Entertainment.
Minionese and their language. Is it the mother of all languages?
Minions discussion at the physical therapy office.
The awesome villain family and VillainCon!
How do you like Scarlet Overkill as a villain?
The music. The 60s offer a great treasure trove of songs for the soundtrack.
Herb and his weapons. Which weapon was your favorite?
Voicemail: Ryan
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

098 Inside Out - Is It Really for Kids?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 03 Jul 2015 07:00:00 +0000

The Rotoscopers review Pixar's newest and most imaginative animated film Inside Out.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: a Lava review and Pixar shorts
What are our top 3 Pixar shorts?
Main Discussion: Inside Out (2015)
Inside Out is a movie that has sparked a lot of discussion.
A dramatic reading on the Pixar Brain Trust from Creativity, Inc. by Mason Smith.
Is Inside Out for kids?
The five emotions + one deleted emotion.
Bing Bong steals the show!
The new surprise villain is no villain.
Is this the best pixar film ever? (Poll)
Voicemail: Matthew, Katie, Melissa, Ryan, Jack
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts98 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:31:44, 45.8 MB

097 Peter Pan - It's the Peyote!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 19 Jun 2015 07:00:00 +0000

The Rotoscopers head to Neverland with special guest host Lou Mongello from WDW Radio as they review Disney's 1953 animated film Peter Pan.

Highlights

Catch and Fire with Lou Mongello.
Main Discussion: Peter Pan (1953)
Lou wins the award for the best first recollection: he saw the play on Broadway with his mom.
The meaning behind “This has all happened before and will all happen again…”
Captain Hook, Tinker Bell, Lost Boys and more!
Voicemails: Mason, Blake, Sarah, Kimber
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts97 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:34:43, 45.1 MB

096 The Simpsons Movie - I Was Beat in Tic-Tac-Toe by a Chicken

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 12:15:01 +0000

It's been a longtime coming: the Rotoscopers get together to talk about the 2007 hit The Simpsons Movie.

Highlights

We're so close to hitting our first milestone on our Patreon!
Nerdy Couch Discussion: The Simpsons the phenomenon.
What is the future for The Simpsons?
A little history about the show and our history with The Simpsons.
Main Discussion: The Simpsons Movie (2007)
Initial thoughts about the seeing the film.
Love the intro, Green Day cover of the theme song, and Itchy & Scratchy episode. They introduce a lot of familiar elements from the beginning, making it feel like just another episode.
Spider Pig, one of the most memorable parts of the film.
When the jokes/film get too current, is when it starts to date itself and the film goes downhill.
Quality animation in this film. Some things don't work like the 3D mob.
Listener Twitter Question: What is your favorite quote from The Simpsons Movie?
We rate it!
Voicemails: Sarah, Dylan, Billy
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts96 when talking about this episode on Twitter!
JK! We actually just hit our first milestone on Patreon!

095 FernGully: The Last Rainforest - Not Lorax Approved

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 22 May 2015 07:00:00 +0000

We're heading back to the early 90s to review yet another film about saving the earth. This time it's the 1992 animated film FernGully: The Last Rainforest.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Environmentalism in animated films.
Why so many animated films about environmentalist/conservation messages?
Main Discussion: FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992)
This movie isn't quite bad! It's actually all right!
A little history, box office results and more fun facts!
Gotta love the bodacious babe, the red-dress fairy herself Crysta! Gotta love the red-headed mullet guy fairy.
Music is neither good nor memorable.
Batty is a boring character. Not really even the amazing Robin Williams can save him. His dated 90s rap is horrible.
Hexxus is a great villain. Definitely wins the award for creepiest villain. Talk about GREAT animation!
Voicemail: Deon, Katie, Mason 2.0, Mark, Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts95 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:32:41, 42.5MB

094 The Brave Little Toaster - Let the 'Toy Story' Comparisons Begin!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 08 May 2015 11:32:51 +0000

The Rotoscopers take a look back at an interesting 1980s animated film, Disney's 1987 film The Brave Little Toaster.

Highlights

Morgan give the update of the Disney's third multi-plane camera and Chelsea has big news!
Main Discussion: The Brave Little Toaster (1987)
A little production history and John Lasseter's actual involvement in production.
Let the Toy Story comparisons begin!
We had a hard time relating to...appliances.
Talking about the voice actors: Jon Lovitz, Phil Hartman.
Where did all these songs come from? They didn't quite work.
The animal scene is just bizarre. Same with Toaster's dream. Yikes!
Mason favorite movie trope: the characters searching for each other and JUST miss each other.
The new electronics are fancy...but mean!
The dump. Gotta love the 80s/90s making trash evil.
Voicemail: Mark, Catherine, Chad, Mason, Ryan, Sarah
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts94 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

093 Pinocchio - Now That's How You Do a Disney Sidekick!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 07:00:00 +0000

When you wish upon a podcast, you get the Rotoscopers reviewing Walt Disney's 2nd masterpiece, the 1940 animated classic Pinocchio.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion:
Main Discussion: Pinocchio (1940)
Talking about the production history.
Diving into the original 1883 book The Adventures of Pinocchio. What did they change from the original story?
Jiminy Cricket is the perfect lovable Disney sidekick.
Geppetto is a cute, relatable character. But what out! tobacco warning!
Talk about the score by Paul Smith and the Pinocchio Legacy Collection.
Stromboli is an excellent example of squash and stretch.
We meet Honest John and Gideon again.
Aw, Pleasure Island. The place of all vices: beer, smoking...and pool!
Monstro is one of the main things Mason wants to see in the the live-action remake.
Love love love the water effects during this scene.
Voicemails: Mark, Sarah, Mark
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts93 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

092 Watership Down - Complete with Criterion Snobbery

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 11:28:26 +0000

The Rotoscopers go across the pond to review a cult classic and highly requested 1978 British film Watership Down.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Watership Down (1978)
First thoughts of hearing about the film and ultimately seeing it.
Mason breaks down the bonus features on the Watership Down Criterion Collection Blu-ray.
Based on a popular and famous book of the same name.
One of the highlights of this film is the sense of realism.
Overview of bunny religion.
Beautiful watercolor backgrounds juxtaposed with bad animation.
This film can be broken down by the three different societies they encounter.
Oops...we forgot the females.
Chelsea breaks down the soundtrack.
The last 10 minutes are insanely bloody and violent.
CGI reboot news!
We rate it!
Voicemails: Jemma, Sarah, Chris
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts92 and #AnimAddicts when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 1:41:12, 47.5 MB

091 Kung Fu Panda 2 - The Kaboom of Doom

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 12:00:09 +0000

We just love kung fu! Last episode we reviewed Kung Fu Panda and we just couldn't get enough. This episode, we review the 2011 sequel Kung Fu Panda 2!

Highlights

Main Discussion: Kung Fu Panda 2
General info, box office results, and first thoughts and recollections.
Morgan thought the intro was going to be a lot more epic.
The score by Hans Zimmer and John Powell really does a great job of drawing you in. It's very lyrical and dictates what is happening on screen.
Big plot problem: Po's "Who am I? Where did I come from?" dilemma comes out of no where. Needed more build up.
Lord Shen is an amazing villain.
This is one of the most emotional DreamWorks films.
Did Shen survive? In frame by frame, you see him crushed by his canon.
So that's where all the pandas went!
Voicemail: Katie, Sarah
Listen Twitter question: What is your favorite scene or quote from Kung Fu Panda 3?
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts91 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 1:20:18, 39.9 MB

090 Kung Fu Panda - How to Train Your Panda

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 07:00:00 +0000

It's back-to-back DreamWorks films for the Rotoscopers! This episode we tackle the 2008 CGI film Kung Fu Panda.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Kung Fu Panda
Drama at the Annie Awards. Panda sweeps!
First thoughts and recollections about the movie.
Is it easier to do martial arts in animation?
The 2D opening sequence is by the amazing James Baxter.
The Furious 5 meet Po.
Tai Lung and his epic escape out of the prison.
Morgan has issues with how long it took Po to be a master.
What we think about the message "there is no secret ingredient."
Major theme of the movie: You need to be ok with you.
Another theme: turning your weaknesses into strengths.
We rate it!
Voicemail: Mark
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts89 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 1:08:57, 67.6 MB

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089 Interview with Christopher Knights

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 06:06:14 +0000

Mason is flying solo as he interviews Christopher Knights, the voice of Private from Penguins of Madagascar.

Highlights

Chris talks about his job at DreamWorks Animation as an editor and how he got into voice acting.
Mason asks about other DreamWorks films like Shrek, Trolls, Me and My Shadow, and Mumbai Musical.
Chris also answers a question we had on a previous episode, We're Back! A Dinosaurs Story.
Tell us what you thought of the interview! Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts89 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 1:17:46, 37.3 MB

Find The Rotoscopers

Send us a voicemail at rotoscopers.com/voicemail or call (406) 646-6575.
Find us on the web: Rotoscopers.com, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Tumblr, Instagram, Hypable & Animated Views.
Visit our sponsors: Audible, Amazon.
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088 Shrek - The Anti-Fairytale

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 07:18:56 +0000

The Rotoscopers review DreamWorks' second CGI animated film, the amazing, hilarious, irreverent Shrek.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Shrek (2001)
Morgan and Chelsea saw this movie in theatres together and bonded over the fairy tale and Disney parodies.
Mason goes in depth about the lighting, rigging, animation and character designs.
Animation technology really shows its age.
So quotable!
John Powell did the score. He's like a Rotoscoper for music--Disney, DreamWorks, and everything in between.
New DREAMWORKS theory: all DreamWorks films are biblical.
Which Eddie Murphy character is better? Donkey or Mushu?
This movie works because it points out the ridiculousness of fairy tales.
Duloc is a ripoff of Disneyland. But it's hilarious.
Donkey is so dense, but it's what makes him so endearing.
The theme of layers really is critical to the whole film.
The blatant transformation ripoff of the Beast's transformation. The toes!
Voicemail: Angela
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Runtime: 1:30:53 Size: 45.2 MB

087 The Secret of NIMH - Too Many "J" Names

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 08:01:00 +0000

All good things must come to a close--it's the final film in the Rotoscopers' Mice & Rats podcast series, Don Bluth's debut film The Secret of NIMH.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion:
Main Discussion: The Secret of NIMH (1982)
Shout out to to the fan-made trailer by ELO1138.
The staples of a Don Bluth film: dazzle, Dom Deluise, and knobbly hands.
The opening: one of the best writing in any of Bluth's film.
Why do we love Mrs. Brisby?
Classic movie trope: fear of flying.
The drama with Mrs. Frisby and Frisbee.
The owl and Nicodemus have elements of the same character.
Jenner: is he a good villain?
The amulet and its powers aren't quite explained. The scientific elements make sense; the mystical, not so much.
We rate it!
Voicemail: Sarah, Eric.
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts87 when talking about this episode on Twitter!

Runtime: 01:16:55 Size 38.2 MB

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086 Once Upon a Forest - How Alvin and the Chipmunks Save the Forest

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 06:56:45 +0000

The fans voted and the Rotoscopers delivered! Chelsea, Morgan, and Mason continue the Rats and Mice series with Once Upon a Forest!

Highlights

Main Discussion: Once Upon a Forest
It's ok. Not bad. But just ok.
Classic James Horner. There's alway a wind instrument solo.
Mason soapbox moment: Why are there animals that are selectively clothed and selectively naked?
It's the 90s! Look at all the orphans and single parent households.
Everyone rants about the environmentalist message.
Message of the movie: stop driving cars and kill all the owls.
The owls in this film remind of the movie.
How many people are actually trying to climb up there to get the flower?
Humans are evil, but not really!
We rate it!
Voicemail: Help Kimber with her senior project! Email her at kimberhaner@gmail.com.
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Runtime: 1:05:46, 32.3MB

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085 Cinderella - Mason Dubs

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 08:00:00 +0000

We're continuing with our Mice & Rats podcast series with rag-to-riches story, Disney's 1950 classic Cinderella!

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Why are Cinderella, Snow White and Aurora seen as "weak" characters?
Main Discussion: Cinderella (1950)
Great example of human character animation.
Epic Morgan rant on the horrible HD restoration.
Cinderella was never poor. Poor is a state of mind.
Introducing the mice, who really sidetrack the movie.
Lucifer and Clean Flicks.
The King and the Grand Duke are amazing. Wish we had more time.
Wait, the King wants the ball to happen...TONIGHT?!
You know your dress is bad if the mic thing it looks old.
The Mary Blair influence really starts coming to life during the ball.
Gotta love the King and Duke's interactions.
Love Cinderella because she's never bitter, angry or entitled, just grateful.
Voicemail: Cody
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Runtime: 1:40.23, 96.3MB

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084 Best of 2014 Show

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 15:07:09 +0000

Welcome to the Animation Addicts Best of 2014 show! This episode is our celebration of the best that 2014 had to offer in animation and the Animation Addicts podcast.

Highlights

Looking back at 2014. What were some of our favorite moments and movies?
Time to announce the winners of the 2014 Rotoscopers Awards!
- Best Animated Film: Big Hero 6 (24%)
- Best Animated Short: Feast (55%)
- Best Animated TV Show/TV Special: Toy Story That Time Forgot (26%)
- Best Voice Acting (Male): Chris Pratt (30%)
- Best Voice Acting (Female): Cate Blanchett (36%)
- Best Animated Character: Baymax (70%)
- Best Animated Sidekick Character: Hiro (45%)
- Breakout Character: Baymax (55%)
- Best Villain: The LEGO Movie (41%)
- Best Song: "Everything is Awesome!!!" (43%)
- Best Score: How to Train Your Dragon 2 - John Powell (48%)
- Best Quote/Line: "Bla-la-la-la." - Baymax (44%)
- Best Marketing Campaign: Big Hero 6 (32%)
- Best Screenplay: Big Hero 6 (29%)
- Best Animated Movie Trailer: Big Hero 6 (42%)
- Most Anticipated Animated Movie of 2015: Inside Out (63%)
- Best Animation Addicts Podcast Episode: Episode 80 - Big Hero 6 - Don't Even Compare it to Frozen (29%)
- Best Opinion Piece: Tangled vs. Frozen: Which is the Better Movie? - Gary Wright (34%)
Now to the best clips from the Animation Addicts podcast in 2014!
One big ol' mailbag segment featuring all the remaining emails of 2014.

Runtime: 2:25:45, 70.6 MB

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083 Mickey's Christmas Carol - They're Just Actors

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 08:00:00 +0000

For the annual Christmas episode of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review the 1983 short Mickey's Christmas Carol.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)
One of many adaptations of Dicken's Christmas Carol.
Lots and lots of cameos. All these characters are actors.
Pre-Bill Farmer Goofy is so out of character.
Ghost of Christmas Past: Jiminy Cricket.
Morgan has a lot of love for Daisy Duck.
Mail bag: Mark, Dustin, Rachel, S, Eric, Alice, Rob, Mike.
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Runtime: 1:13:27, 18.0 MB

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082 Interview with Glen Keane

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Sat, 13 Dec 2014 13:46:59 +0000

Disney Legend, Glen Keane, takes a moment out of his very busy schedule to talk to Mason and Chelsea about his new short, Duet! Check it out! You won't be disappointed!

Highlights

Intro of Glen Keane and his short interactive film "Duet"
What?! Glen listens to The Rotoscopers?
CATCH N’ FIRE!
Glen talks about Duet and its inspirations.
Why graphite?
Listener questions:
- Thomas Van Acker: What do you think is the most important aspect of animation that should be taught by teachers? Or what did you miss in your animation classes?
- Bridget Monica: What story (that hasn't been done!) would you love to see transformed into a full length animated film?
- Jessica Wersky: What role does faith play in your creative life?
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts82 when talking about this episode on Twitter!
Blooper! Can we get Glen back?

Glen was so kind and went on to the Facebook fan page and replied to many of the the questions personally. Check it out here!

Runtime: 0:53:12

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081 Ratatouille - Da Brad Bird

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 05:27:40 +0000

The Rotoscopers continue with their Mice & Rats podcast series by reviewing one of Pixar's most critically acclaimed films: Ratatouille.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Ratatouille (2007)
First thoughts and recollections of the film.
Chelsea can't get over the fact that the main character's a rat. Morgan and Mason love it.
Morgan's experience searching for ratatouille, then being terribly disappointed with its taste.
Our love for Anton Ego: the antagonist who has a change of heart at the end.
The pre-Monsters University lighting/rendering really shows.
Animation tropes: "This is me" narration opening and firearms not running out of ammo until you need it.
Anton Ego's transformation and final monologue.
Crappy knock off time! Ratatoing!
Mail bag: Logan, Joshua K., Tom, Drew
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Runtime: 1:29:43, 20.84 MB

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080 Big Hero 6 - Don't Even Compare It to Frozen!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 08:00:00 +0000

We review Disney's newest animated feature, the superhero film that everyone loves: Big Hero 6.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Big Hero 6 (2014)
Impressions from our screenings and Morgan's experience from the Big Hero 6 premiere.
Thoughts about the backgrounds and city of San Fransokyo.
Technical mumbo with Mason! Disney's Hyperion image engine.
First weekend box office numbers!
Thoughts about Tadashi and act 1. Problems with telling and not showing.
Who we thought the villain was at the beginning.
Let's talk about the Big Hero 6 gang. We need more of them!
Baymax was adorable. Much more lovable than Olaf. Great sidekick character who morphed into a main character.
Where were Hiro's powers?
How to we feel about the villain?
The final battle was very "final battle"!
We rate it!
Listener Twitter Question: What was your favorite moment from Big Hero 6?
Voicemail: August, Sirose, Bri, Dylan
Mail bag: Daniel, S, Eric, Alice, Rob, Mike
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Runtime:

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079 An American Tail - How Many Bands Have a Thunder Tube?

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 08:00:00 +0000

For the next film in our 'Mice & Rats' series, we cover Don Bluth's 1986 mouse film An American Tail.

Highlights

More stories from Chelsea!
Main Discussion: An American Tail (1986)
A little history of the film and how Fievel got his name.
Who's who in a Don Bluth production.
Talk of the figurative and literal meaning of "cats".
How we feel of Fievel as a main character.
Classic Don Bluth scariness in the ocean.
Welcome to NYC! Fievel wandering and meeting a lot of different people.
Lots of accents happening here (plus a speech impediment).
The cats going to Hong Kong is depicting how cats really ended up in that city.
When will we get the Rotoscopers band together?
The Don Bluth dazzle is strong with this one.
Mail bag: Joshua K, Sarah, Dan, Henrieke, Drew
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Runtime: 1:25:26, 20.6 MB

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078 The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad - The RotoSPOOKERS

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 07:00:00 +0000

The Roto-SPOOKERS make an appearance for their annual Halloween episode. This time, they tackle the last of Disney's package films, The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad.

Highlights

A little insight about Disney's package film era.
Main Discussion: The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad (1949)
Initial thoughts. Differences between the two films.
Mr. Toad is a frustrating character. Why do his friends try to help him?
Both of these films have pretty good gags.
Cyril Proudbottom is not a good friend. Also, Winky is creepy.
Onto the one we all want to get to...The Legend of Sleepy Hollow!
Ichabod is a really flawed character. And why do all the women like him? Actually, everyone here is flawed.
The old frolic!
The music makes this film. Bing Crosby is gold!
We rate it!
Mail bag: Joshua, Mark, Jemma, Catherine, Simba's Guard, Adrienne
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Runtime: 1:26:12, 21.8 MB

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077 The Great Mouse Detective - Sit, Toby

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 10 Oct 2014 07:30:00 +0000

The Rotoscopers discuss the first film in their 'Mice & Rats' podcast series, Disney's 1986 The Great Mouse Detective.

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Mice in animation
Main Discussion: The Great Mouse Detective (1986)
First thoughts and memories. 1992 VHS release.
The whole film takes place in one night. Perhaps a time vortex is at work?
Why doesn't that flower ballerina toy exist in real life?
There's way too much pink in Rattigan's hideout.
Is the sexy singing bar mouse really ok?
The first ever semi-use of CGI in a Disney animated film. The clock's cogs are in CGI, then traced onto paper.
Rattigan reveals his real form.
We rate it!
Voicemail: Dustin, Dylan, JK and Michael.
Mail bag: Joshua, Hannah, Krissy, Kate, Catherine, Catherine, MoonDisneyPower.
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Runtime: 1:33:59, 23.6 MB

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076 Sleeping Beauty - Make It Pink! Make It Blue!

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 07:30:00 +0000

It's Chelsea's birthday episode! The Rotoscopers finally review one of the Disney films that they've had on their bucket list since they started the show: Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty.

Highlights

Catch and fire with Chelsea!
Nerdy Couch Discussion: Origins of the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale from the Sleeping Beauty art book.
Main Discussion: Sleeping Beauty (1959)
The making-of documentary from the end of the VHS tape.
Discussion about the unique art style, backgrounds, and Eyvind Earle.
The fairies are like midlevel Powerpuff Girls.
The king's choir is always ready to serenade.
Big discussion on Maleficent, her design, her backstory and the 2014 film Maleficent.
The goons are based on classical art.
Why Prince Phillip is the best Disney prince ever (the girls agree!).
The eternal debate: pink or blue?
New Disney Theory: Is this film a predecessor to The Sword in the Stone?
We rate it!
Voicemails: Erik, CJ, Adriana, Maegan, & Animated Madness.
Emails: Joshua K, Sarah, Tris, Rob.
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Runtime: 2:05:05, 31.3 MB

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075 Quest for Camelot - Draw That Axe in a Chicken Suit

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 23:32:20 +0000

The Rotoscopers head back to medieval times to discover King Arthur, the Knights of the Round Table and a really bizarre movie, Quest for Camelot.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Quest for Camelot (1998)
Morgan has faint memories of seeing this with Chelsea, but...remembers nothing of the film.
The movie poster turned Morgan off.
This is an example of what happens when oblivious executives meddle in a film.
The music suffers. What is it trying to be? Serious? Comical? A musical?
Gandondorf aka Ruber: "Now all of Hyrule knows you are here."
Garett: He has a bird companion who is not evil!
The conjoined twin dragons are the worst part of this film. Why the goofy, obnoxious song?
Why do animated films feel the need to dumb it down?
What we (and our Twitter followers)would have done to make this movie better.
Voicemail & emails: Jaclyn, Vishal, Joshua, Dan, Holly, Phoebe, Kristopher, Karifa.
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Runtime: 1:27:49, 22.0 MB

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074 We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story - That's Why You Don't Join the Circus

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 29 Aug 2014 07:00:00 +0000

Highlights

Nerdy Couch Discussion: Two new Disney theories!
Wreck-It Ralph theory that the Disneyverse is one giant computer.
Disneyverse has its own Disney within the Disneyverse.
Main Discussion: We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993)
The early '90s were the era of the dinosaur.
Vorb tops the list for annoying side character.
Is this movie just a giant commercial for the cereal companies?
Check out that '90s penthouse!
Screweyes does know his audience.
What a creepy villain death. That definitely stands out as one of the best villain deaths ever
We rate it!
Voicemails & emails: Mark, Joshua, Miguel, MJ, Tony, and Mike

Runtime: 1:25:15 82.8MB

073 Ice Age: Scratology 101

therotoscopers@gmail.com (Morgan Burt) — Fri, 15 Aug 2014 07:00:00 +0000

It's an animated film of mammoth-size proportions: Blue Sky's first film, Ice Age.

Highlights

Main Discussion: Ice Age
History of Blue Sky Studios. It started out as a VFX and commercial studio.
Interesting to see that a lot of studios start out as a commercial-making studio and then slowly grow to making features.
Mother Gothel: "Enough with the migrations."
Surprising voice talent. What the Jack Black?
The dodo sequence!
The big moment that pays off: the cave painting sequence. It helps you really understand Diego...finally.
Sequelitis: we rant about sequels. "And this is how we end up with Ice Age 5."
The random but pivotal moment of the sudden lava.
Voicemails: Eddie
Mail bag: Joshua, Frank, John, Matthew, Miriam

Runtime: 1:13:44 71.9 MB

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