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Settle into your swamp for today's episode about the hit 2001 animated film Shrek! We're talking about the LOOOONNNGGGG production of this classic which took nearly five years before the ogre we all know and love hit screens. We'll talk about failed animation tests, Chris Farley, animators being "Shrek'd", and how the legacy of this goofy animated movie has lasted so long. If you want to learn more about Shrek, this episode is for you!

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Links to articles/sources for today’s episode:

From Train Wreck to One for the Record Books: Read here

Behind the Scenes Doc: Watch here

"I Feel Good" animation test: Watch here

The 3D Animation Behind Shrek: Read here

Computer Magic: The CGI of Shrek: Read here

Behind the Scenes Trivia: Read here

Shrek: Production Notes: Read here

The Theories Behind Shrek: Read here