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[Guh-Huzzah!]

Now the Nightmare Before Christmas live action remake they plan to make...

...That thing can’t be saved so far...

...Just no.

Imaging getting rid of the one thing that made a movie not just "another movie."

 

[Will]

...A what now?

Okay, they've crossed the line this time.

lion king remake??????? weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee nightmare before christmas remake?

weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

 

[Deleted member]

@JDCabrera Just watched the trailer with my cat. It felt very... meh. As a stand alone movie it looks fine, but as a Disney remake? Eh...

And that’s what I enjoy about it.

It tries to feel different from the animated movie, and that is actually a cool concept to work with.

If it tried to be as close to the original, I would likely not enjoy it as much as it happened with Beauty and The Beast.

And yeah Dyllybirdy , as someone who finds Nightmare Before Christmas as the best thing done by Disney based on what I’ve seen... I have no hope for the remake.

It just can’t work well as a live action movie.

 

[KingofPhantoms]

Now the Nightmare Before Christmas live action remake they plan to make...

...That thing can’t be saved so far...

...Just no.

The stop-motion animation was always a part of the movie's charm and appeal, imo.

You can't achieve the same effect with CGI or live-action. Hell I don't even think hand-drawn animation would've done the film justice.

Just leave this one how it is, Disney. Please.

 

[Ramen Tengoku]

So it is just me or is Tom Holland the new Rock? He’s getting cast a lot.

- Spiderman
- Onward
- Some Spy Pidgeon Thing

Next thing I know he’ll be in a pixar movie!

Wait....

Jokes aside, it’s not a bad thing he’s being cast a lot, just found it funny

I mean, if your breakout role is one of the most iconic characters in pop culture whilst being in possibly the biggest film franchise in recent years, you're bound to gain celebrity status pretty quickly. Thus, you become Hollywood's hot ticket item.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

And that’s what I enjoy about it.

It tries to feel different from the animated movie, and that is actually a cool concept to work with.

If it tried to be as close to the original, I would likely not enjoy it as much as it happened with Beauty and The Beast.

And yeah Dyllybirdy , as someone who finds Nightmare Before Christmas as the best thing done by Disney based on what I’ve seen... I have no hope for the remake.

It just can’t work well as a live action movie.

No, I mean like, if your advertising it as a Disney remake, but it doesn't feel like one, then what's the point of advertising it that way?

 

[Deleted member]

The stop-motion animation was always a part of the movie's appeal, imo.

You can't achieve the same effect with CGI or live-action. Hell I don't even think hand-drawn animation would've done the film justice.

Just leave this one how it is, Disney. Please.

I agree.

The attractive of making Mulan a live action movie with a bigger focus on the action and a realistic setting is that the idea can really work and have potential to feel as a different take on the story.

Nightmar Before Christmas just doesn’t have any benefit from going live-action.

 

[Lamperouge]

Going to go see Far from Home in a couple more hours. Hopefully it's just as good as everyone says it is and that Mysterio gets a decent amount of screentime.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

Going to go see Far from Home in a couple more hours. Hopefully it's just as good as everyone says it is and that Mysterio gets a decent amount of screentime.

Lemme tell ya chief his screentime is...

Fabulous.

 

[Deleted member]

I mean, if you're breakout role is one of the most iconic characters in pop culture whilst being in possibly the biggest film franchise in recent years, it's bound to give you celebrity status pretty quickly. Thus, you become Hollywood's hot ticket item.

Yeah. Honestly wouldn’t wanna be cast in that case though, if I were in his shoes. I’d want to be cast because they actually like my performance. Not because “Oh, he’s Spiderman.”

 

[Deleted member]

No, I mean like, if your advertising it as a Disney remake, but it doesn't feel like one, then what's the point of advertising it that way?

I do agree that “remake” isn’t the right word for this production.

If I was part of the marketing team, I would refer to it as a “reimagining”, which actually fits better for what they’re trying to pull out.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

Yeah. Honestly wouldn’t wanna be cast in that case though, if I were in his shoes. I’d want to be cast because they actually like my performance. Not because “Oh, he’s Spiderman.”

To be fair, he’s not getting cast because he’s Spider-Man. He has talent, hence why Marvel hired him, and why everyone else is. Marvel helped get his name out there in the world.

 

[Will]

I mean, if you're breakout role is one of the most iconic characters in pop culture whilst being in possibly the biggest film franchise in recent years, you're bound to gain celebrity status pretty quickly. Thus, you become Hollywood's hot ticket item.

then where the **** is tobey right now

 

[Deleted member]

To be fair, he’s not getting cast because he’s Spider-Man. He has talent, hence why Marvel hired him, and why everyone else is. Marvel helped get his name out there in the world.

That could be the case, but to me it comes across more as, “Oh, he’s Spiderman, people will recognize his name so we get more publicity.”

 

[KingofPhantoms]

In other news, that's far more tragic, I woke up this morning to learn that Cameron Boyce died last night. He's a star who's had multiple roles on Disney Channel's work for those who don't know him.

Besides it being so sudden, the guy was only 20. Like one year younger than me.

I'm almost speechless...That's as tragic as it is horrifying to even think about. He was way too young.

 

[Deleted member]

then where the **** is tobey right now

At meme heaven eating pizza

In other news, that's far more tragic, I woke up this morning to learn that Cameron Boyce died last night. He's a star who's had multiple roles on Disney Channel's work for those who don't know him.

Besides it being so sudden, the guy was only 20. Like one year younger than me.

I'm almost speechless...That's as tragic as it is horrifying to even think about. He was way too young.

My prayers to him and his family.

 

[Will]

i mean jungle book was drastically different from its animated version

neither are close to the actual jungle book book but at least those final scenes were le epic

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

That could be the case, but to me it comes across more as, “Oh, he’s Spiderman, people will recognize his name so we get more publicity.”

Hiring big names is good for marketing. It's one of the last things you should think about when casting someone, but it's also something to consider. A big name who is good at acting, that's what people try to look for most of the time.

I do agree that “remake” isn’t the right word for this production.

If I was part of the marketing team, I would refer to it as a “reimagining”, which actually fits better for what they’re trying to pull out.

Reimagining, exactly.

 

[Scoliosis Jones]

Honestly, i’m not hyped for any of the live action Disney films, like at all.

I vastly prefer the animation. All it is, is a cash grab by Disney to make money on old ideas.

In addition, while I really have no issues with Ariel being cast as a black woman I do think the better option is to make brand new characters that reflect the demographic rather than just doing the same old characters.

The idea of a lesbian princess, for example, that doesn’t fall for the man at the end, but maybe her best friend or something would put a legitimate spin on the formula of Disney movies. I thought Coco for example was a great piece, and same with Moana. Those two are really great, and represent different demographics.

 

[Deleted member]

Honestly, i’m not hyped for any of the live action Disney films, like at all.

I vastly prefer the animation. All it is, is a cash grab by Disney to make money on old ideas.

In addition, while I really have no issues with Ariel being cast as a black woman I do think the better option is to make brand new characters that reflect the demographic rather than just doing the same old characters.

The idea of a lesbian princess, for example, that doesn’t fall for the man at the end, but maybe her best friend or something would put a legitimate spin on the formula of Disney movies. I thought Coco for example was a great piece, and same with Moana. Those two are really great, and represent different demographics.

I wouldn’t be so harsh on live action productions done by Disney.

More so since I find stuff from that regard such as Tron or Mary Poppins as wonderful films.

 

[Rie Sonomura]

In other news, that's far more tragic, I woke up this morning to learn that Cameron Boyce died last night. He's a star who's had multiple roles on Disney Channel's work for those who don't know him.

Besides it being so sudden, the guy was only 20. Like one year younger than me.

I'm almost speechless...That's as tragic as it is horrifying to even think about. He was way too young.

I knew someone who died shortly after her 20th birthday. It was apparently some kinda heart condition but I didn’t know for a whole year and it had me kinda paranoid

 

[Scoliosis Jones]

I wouldn’t be so harsh on live action productions done by Disney.

More so since I find stuff from that regard such as Tron or Mary Poppins as wonderful films.

I’m saying the live action versions of originally animated films really do nothing for me. The movies that have always been live action aren’t the ones i’m dismissing.

I really am just...not excited about it. The Lion King is a great movie, as is Aladdin, for example. I have zero interest in seeing the live-action films, especially if the story is unchanged. I own the animated film, so it really just seems like a money-grab for Disney.

To be fair, I wasn’t raised on Disney so I don’t have the same connection with the films in the first place. But even friends of mine who were raised on Disney have no interest in these new ones.

Pixar has been on point with the new stories though, so I hope to see more from them.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

In addition, while I really have no issues with Ariel being cast as a black woman I do think the better option is to make brand new characters that reflect the demographic rather than just doing the same old characters.

The idea of a lesbian princess, for example, that doesn’t fall for the man at the end, but maybe her best friend or something would put a legitimate spin on the formula of Disney movies. I thought Coco for example was a great piece, and same with Moana. Those two are really great, and represent different demographics.

Changing a character's race for a reimagining remake has always been something jarring for me. The same can be said for giving a cartoon character an actor or giving Pikachu a gruff voice. I enjoy it, as it is a new spin on an old character, but it takes a bit to get used to.

 

[Dyllybirdy]

And that’s what I enjoy about it.

It tries to feel different from the animated movie, and that is actually a cool concept to work with.

If it tried to be as close to the original, I would likely not enjoy it as much as it happened with Beauty and The Beast.

And yeah Dyllybirdy , as someone who finds Nightmare Before Christmas as the best thing done by Disney based on what I’ve seen... I have no hope for the remake.

It just can’t work well as a live action movie.

Nightmare Before Christmas is one of my favourites. Just...

No Disney. No.

 

[Lamperouge]

Lemme tell ya chief his screentime is...
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Fabulous.

Can't be nearly as fabulous as that Morgana picture...XD

 

[Deleted member]

I’m saying the live action versions of originally animated films really do nothing for me. The movies that have always been live action aren’t the ones i’m dismissing.

I really am just...not excited about it. The Lion King is a great movie, as is Aladdin, for example. I have zero interest in seeing the live-action films, especially if the story is unchanged. I own the animated film, so it really just seems like a money-grab for Disney.

To be fair, I wasn’t raised on Disney so I don’t have the same connection with the films in the first place. But even friends of mine who were raised on Disney have no interest in these new ones.

Pixar has been on point with the new stories though, so I hope to see more from them.

That’s a fair take to have Scoliosis.

Yeah, unless Mulan finally makes the difference, the only remake I enjoyed for real was Jungle Book. And that is because the original movie is some kind of cult-classic in my island.

But outside of Mulan, I really hope that Disney starts working on original stories as soon as possible already. Moana gave me hope that they will keep trying to.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

I added a new, inspirational quote to my signature. Lemme know what y'all think.

 

[Deleted member]

Nightmare Before Christmas is one of my favourites. Just...

No Disney. No.

Same feelings.

I even dare to say that I want that remake to bomb so hard that we don’t get more remakes (which at least would allow me to keep the Jungle Book and Mulan ones intact if the latter does really turn to be of my taste).

Doing that to Nightmare Before Christmas is as insulting as making Rogger Rabbit completely live action and without animated characters.

 

[TheCJBrine]

Wasn't the Nightmare Before Christmas remake just considered, but decided against? Correct me if I'm wrong.

While I think it'd be a bad idea, I am curious as to how they'd even do it. I guess mostly CGi except for the humanoid characters aside from Jack.

 

[Deleted member]

I added a new, inspirational quote to my signature. Lemme know what y'all think.

I like the choice you made for the quote.

Wasn't the Nightmare Before Christmas remake just considered, but decided against? Correct me if I'm wrong.

Good lord, please tell me it was.

That would take out of my soul a huge amount of depressive feelings and thoughts.

 

[CosmicQuark]

Honestly, i’m not hyped for any of the live action Disney films, like at all.

I vastly prefer the animation. All it is, is a cash grab by Disney to make money on old ideas.

In addition, while I really have no issues with Ariel being cast as a black woman I do think the better option is to make brand new characters that reflect the demographic rather than just doing the same old characters.

The idea of a lesbian princess, for example, that doesn’t fall for the man at the end, but maybe her best friend or something would put a legitimate spin on the formula of Disney movies. I thought Coco for example was a great piece, and same with Moana. Those two are really great, and represent different demographics.

Same. Though, part of it may be that the ones they've chosen first are the ones I hadn't seen as a kid (e.g., Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, Lion King, Aladdin), so I have no point of reference for the live action remakes outside of certain characters/songs I've encountered elsewhere, and get nothing from seeing the trailers. Still, even with the Little Mermaid, my favorite animated Disney film, I'm probably not going to be interested in seeing it in live action. The cynicism of them making so many live action remakes as a cash grab is a factor, but I feel like they will necessarily have to deviate from the source, and those changes would just bug me, and I can always watch the original. Remakes are great for some movies, but if it ain't broke, don't fix it (looking at you N&B).

 

[Hat N' Clogs]

Saw a tweet on a Smash Ultimate discord that I'm on that shows a BETA tier list for Ultimate.

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Interesting to see how the meta is developing. It's a very interesting read, and also has a spreadsheet chart attached to the replies as well for people looking into how the data was made.

Image:

Spoiler

Can't say I'm surprised by how all the characters ended up. I disagree with a couple places, but it's not bad overall.

 

[Deleted member]

I only have interest on Mulan from all the remakes since it does actually feel as a more realistic and action focused reimagining of the tale rather than a lazy retelling of the animated movie, which is actually something I welcome.

And if the Nightmare Before Christmas remake did really get canned, Dyllybirdy and I would get the big hype and joy of relief.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

And if the Nightmare Before Christmas remake did really get canned, Dyllybirdy and I would get the big hype and joy of relief.

Don't forget me!

 

[Metal Shop X]

Hey, thanks KMDP for trying out my level and giving it a Cool! Hope it was fun!

 

[Deleted member]

I only have interest on Mulan from all the remakes since it does actually feel as a more realistic and action focused reimagining of the tale rather than a lazy retelling of the animated movie, which is actually something I welcome.

And if the Nightmare Before Christmas remake did really get canned, Dyllybirdy and I would get the big hype and joy of relief.

Can I rejoice with you?

 

[Brindor]

I am proud to say I haven't watched a single live-action Disney movie cash grab like Cinderella or Aladdin or Beauty and the Beast and never intend to either

 

[Gentlepanda]

I added a new, inspirational quote to my signature.

huh, you're right

 

[Deleted member]

I am proud to say I haven't watched a single live-action Disney movie cash grab like Cinderella or Aladdin or Beauty and the Beast and never intend to either

I honestly found Jungle Book as the only one I actually enjoyed.

It is true that the other ones were too lackluster compared to the originals, something which the Mulan reimagining seems to be trying to prevent by giving a different take on the tale.

But outside of that one, I will basically skip all the ones to come.

 

[Guh-Huzzah!]

huh, you're right

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