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Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersKPop Demon Hunters – “It's A Unicorn”Get ready to fight demons in glitter boots! Morgan and Chelsea dive into Sony Pictures Animation’s KPop Demon Hunters (2025), where a world-famous K-pop girl group rocks the stage by day and battles evil by night.
From the catchy earworm “Soda Pop” to a refreshing animated love story, we talk magical girl vibes, demon boy bands, and why this movie feels like a breath of fresh air. Plus, hear why we wish Sony hadn’t sent it straight to Netflix.
Full show notes for this episode: https://www.rotoscopers.com/348
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2025-08-1247 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersElio - Ham Radios And Super SquishiesIt’s time for a cosmic miscommunication! In episode 347 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers dive into Pixar’s Elio (2025). Join us as we discuss first contact, voice acting, and the film’s unexpected journey through the galaxy. Plus: Ham radios, and surprise “super squishy” adventures.
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2025-07-2954 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersLive-action 'How to Train Your Dragon' (2025) - They're Back! (In Pog Form)We take flight in Berk to rediscover dragons in How to Train Your Dragon (2025). Does this shot-for-shot live-action remake scratch that dragon itch after 15 years or is it just another studio cash grab?
Join Morgan and Chelsea for this How to Train Your Dragon (2025) podcast in episode 346 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.
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2025-06-2447 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersLive-action Lilo & Stitch (2025) - Mahana, Moana, OhanaLilo & Stitch (2025) has crash landed into theaters and already made a huge splash in the box office. But does it live up to the original or is it just another failed experiment like the infamous 626 himself?
Join Morgan and Chelsea for this Lilo & Stitch podcast in episode 345 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.
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2025-06-1847 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersGuillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022) - Five DollarsGuillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio (2022) transforms the classic tale into a stop-motion masterpiece, weaving a dark yet tender story of love, loss, and defiance. After 15 years in the making, does this reimagined fairy tale carve out a new legacy, or does it struggle to break free from its strings? Join Morgan and Chelsea as they explore the haunting themes and breathtaking artistry in episode 342 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.Click here for the full show notes for this episode: https://www.rotoscopers.com/342...
2025-04-2345 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | Rotoscopers341 Snow White (2025) - Snow Off-WhiteWhistle while you work with Morgan and Chelsea as they dive into Disney’s 2025 live-action remake of Snow White! In this episode, the Rotoscopers unpack the magic and missteps of this reimagined classic, sharing behind-the-scenes insights on Rachel Zegler’s controversial casting and performance, the uncanny valley CGI dwarfs, and Gal Gadot’s take on the Evil Queen. From the new songs to the modern twists, they explore what stood out—and what didn’t—in this bold retelling.Follow us on YouTube & X: @RotoscopersSend us a voicemail: https://rotoscopers.com/voicemails
2025-04-161h 34
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersNot Just A Goof - 30 Years Of Standing OutCelebrate 30 years of A Goofy Movie with Morgan and Chelsea as they dive into the new Disney+ documentary Not Just a Goof! In this episode, the Rotoscopers share their favorite moments, behind-the-scenes insights, and emotional takeaways from the film that stood out then—and still stands out now.Follow us on YouTube & X: @RotoscopersSend us a voicemail: https://rotoscopers.com/voicemails For all the updates, join the newsletter https://rotoscopers.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-04-0844 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBig Ol' MailbagIt’s time for a listener-fueled episode! We’re diving into voicemails, Facebook and X questions, and the Wheel of Rantability! From Disney’s endless remakes to the best (and worst) mac and cheese, no topic is off-limits!
The Wild Robot vs. Sonic 3—box office battles & the "Mufasa effect"
Disney lawsuits—what’s going on?
Why do Pixar humans look like Aardman characters now?!
Wheel of Rantability: Celebrity voice actors, toddlers in theaters & more!
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2025-02-111h 18
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersRotoscopers 10-year SpectacularJoin along for a Nerdy Couch Discussion podcast as we discuss 10 YEARS of Rotoscopers, Lessons in Podcasting, and more in episode 239 of the Animation Addicts Podcast! Join the RotoNation community on Patreon and get ad-free episodes, exclusive content & more! Follow us at Rotoscopers.com and on social media with Instagram and YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-02-151h 21
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersKiki's Delivery Service - To Jiji or Not to JijiHop on your broom and join along for a coming of age adventure in Miyazaki's Kiki Delivery Service (1989).
Full show notes and links: https://rotoscopers.com/188
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2020-09-011h 16
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersToy Story 4 - Well, Here It IsMason's back as we head back into the toy box to review Pixar's Toy Story 4.
Full show notes and links: https://rotoscopers.com/187
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2020-08-181h 24
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBatman: Mask of the Phantasm - Batman Does His TaxesMason's BACK as we discuss the cult classic and arguably one of the best Batman films of all time, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)!
Full show notes and links: https://rotoscopers.com/186
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2020-08-0459 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCharlotte's Web (1973) - So Many Tears for a SpiderJoin along for the Charlotte's Web (1973) podcast as we discuss being a good friend, a good writer, and so much more in episode 185 of the Animation Addicts Podcast! Find all the show notes and links at http://rotoscopers.com/185Join the community on Patreon and get ad free episodes and bonus content! Follow Rotoscopers.com and on social media with Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-211h 18
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersShrek the Third - Tangent Time!Flip that charming hair of yours, put in those ear buds and join along for this Shrek The Third (2007) podcast.
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2020-07-071h 34
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersShrek 2 - Sexy Man-boy KyleHop in the onion carriage as the Rotoscopers head to Far Far Away to meet Fiona's parents and review DreamWorks Animation's 'Shrek 2' (2004). We can't believe we forgot how good this film is!
Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/183
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2020-06-231h 08
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBarbie as the Princess and the Pauper - "Grandmama, It's Me, Anneliese."There's more to living than gloves and gowns... but we love them just the same in Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper (2004). Whether you grew up with the Barbie films or you've never seen them (or you're somewhere in between), join along for this hilarious review and discussion that's sure to become a Rotoscopers classic.
Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/181
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2020-05-261h 28
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersTangled: The Series - That's How You Do TVGet out your frying pans! Rapunzel is going on a new adventure in Tangled: The Series / Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure (2017-2020)! Morgan and Chelsea invite YouTube personality, Isaac Carlson of Wotso Videos to talk about the series as a whole and to dig into fan theories that were right and others that weren't. Stop waiting in the wings and join us for this Tangled: The Series podcast as the we unravel Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure in episode 180 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.
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2020-05-121h 28
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersTrolls World Tour - The World Will Never KnowGet ready to rock as we review DreamWorks Animation's Trolls World Tour (2020)! Join along as we discuss how COVID-19 has affected the movie industry, Universal's skipping the theaters and releasing directly to VOD, if Trolls is a musical, the six strings, power chords and more!
Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/179
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2020-05-051h 09
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersChris Sonnenburg Interview - Executive Producer of Tangled: The SeriesTo celebrate the 3rd and final season of Tangled: The Series hitting Disney+, Morgan has the honor to interview the show's executive producer, creator, and showrunner, Chris Sonnenburg!
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2020-04-281h 18
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea - MerSantaMorgan and Chelsea are swimming in opinions as they review 'The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea' (2000)! It's one of the direct to video sequels that makes us laugh. Grab your flippers, find a good coral bench, and enjoy episode 177 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.
Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/177
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2020-04-141h 17
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersLady and the Tramp - What a Wiz KillMason, Morgan, & Chelsea are checking out the sights on "snob hill" discussing Disney's Lady and the Tramp (1955). Grab some pup-corn and don't hit "paws" for this Lady and the Tramp podcast on this episode 176 of the Animation Addicts Podcast.
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2020-03-311h 32
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersOnward - I Ship LegsThe Rotoscopers shift it into O for onward as they review Pixar's newest animated film Onward! So hop in our pegasus van and enjoy the ride for this Onward podcast as we discuss why this movie had so much potential, Morgan's many unanswered questions, hairy dad legs, sacrifice, the movie's amazing ending and more!
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Full show notes: https://www.rotoscopers.com/175
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2020-03-171h 08
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFrozen 2 - Scandinavian Coaster RideThe Rotoscopers--Morgan, Chelsea, and MASON--are back together for Frozember to discuss Disney's newest animated sequel, Frozen 2 (2019). Join along as we have discuss the plot, all the unanswered questions we had, goddess Elsa, the incredible VFX and more!
Show notes, links, and more: rotoscopers.com/174
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2019-11-301h 51
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFrozen Fever & Olaf's Frozen Adventure (Frozen Shorts) - Mic DropFrozember continues with our review of the Frozen shorts: Frozen Fever (2015) and Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017). We chat about the "Frozen wave" that went through 2014, in addition to breaking down what we loved (and didn't love) from each of the shorts.
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/173
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2019-11-2151 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFrozen - Back for the First Time in Forever!Morgan and Chelsea are back reviewing Disney's Frozen (2013) for "Frozember"! We take the original Frozen movie plot, point by point. Have their opinions changed after 6 years? Find out!
Full show notes: https://rotoscopers.com/172
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2019-11-191h 26
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersKelly Asbury Interview - Director of UglyDollsIn this interview episode, UglyDolls’ director—Kelly Asbury—talks with Chelsea Robson about UglyDolls, musicals, and the future of the animation industry.
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/171
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2019-07-3022 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersVoicemail Listening Party - "Imaginary Party!"We are so overwhelmed with the kind words and posts the fans have given us! Before we go on hiatus, Morgan and Chelsea take your calls and talk about the past 6 years of the Animation Addicts Podcast!
Full show notes and links: Rotoscopers.com/170
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2018-05-071h 37
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersToy Story 3 - ChocolottieIt's the end of an era! Chelsea and Morgan jump over to Sunnyside and review Pixar's Toy Story 3 (2010)! Join along as we talk about our first recollections, the incredible desert chase opening sequence, nostalgic Beanie Babies, the transition years, Barbie and Ken, Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear, and more!
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/169
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2018-04-131h 33
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersAn Extremely Goofy Movie - So ExtremeIt's not the original but it's so extreme. Disneytoon Studios' An Extremely Goofy Movie 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?
So what happened to Pete's family? #DisneyTheory
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 “Adrian!” (Rocky)
There seriously were no fire t...
2018-03-161h 12
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Jungle Book 2 - Good on You, LawyersCan 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
Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimationAddicts and #AnimationAddicts164 when talking ab...
2018-01-1258 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersDuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp - It Never Works Out for the RatBlow me bagpipes! Chelsea and Morgan take a trip down nostalgia lane, talking about the Disney Afternoon and reviewing DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp! Highlights
Nerdy Couch Discussion: It's the Disney Afternoon!
Anastasia, a Disney Princess?
The four 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 wo...
2017-12-3100 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Polar Express - It's a Water Baby!Jump onboard The Polar Express (2004). Chelsea and Morgan are joined by Pablo Ruiz for this festive ride on this holiday rail line! You comin'? Join along as we discuss Christmas holiday specials, the motion-capture animation and the uncanny valley, the music, when we stopped hearing the bell, and more!
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/164
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2017-12-161h 24
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCoco - Sweet Homemade Guitar! 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! Join along as we discuss our initial thoughts going in, how this is NOT The Book of Life, our favorite scenes, and more!
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/161
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2017-12-011h 10
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersEnchanted - "It's So Romanic!"Get ready for full on Disney fangirling as Morgan and Chelsea celebrate the 10th anniversary of the release of Disney's Enchanted!Join along as we discuss why Giselle isn't an official Disney princess, Idina Menzel, the fabulous quotes and cameos, the potential sequel Disenchanted, and more!
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/160
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2017-11-241h 19
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCasper - Our Questions for J.J. AbramsIt's the Rotoscopers' Halloween Spooktacular! Morgan and Chelsea go back to the classic 1995 film, Casper!
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Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/158
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2017-10-201h 03
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Hunchback of Notre Dame - Skeleton PJ'sThe 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.
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/154
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2017-08-251h 27
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Road to El Dorado - It's Tradigital Gold!The Rotoscopers review DreamWorks Animation's 'The Road to El Dorado' (2000), an American, animated, adventure, musical, fantasy, comedy film!
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/153
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2017-08-111h 14
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersJonah: A VeggieTales Movie - If OnlyRotoscopers take a look into the wide world of VeggieTales as they cover Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie from Big Idea Entertainment. Thank you to our patron, Mathew L., for choosing this film!
Full show notes and links: rotoscopers.com/152
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2017-07-281h 06
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersMy Neighbor Totoro - Cat Bus. Why Didn't I Think of That?Chelsea and Morgan are left with more questions than answers in this review of Studio Ghibli's My Neighbor Totoro.
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/151
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2017-07-1458 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersDespicable Me 3 - Imaginary PartyThe Rotoscopers are fresh off from an advance screening to talk about Illumination Entertainment's newest animated release, Despicable Me 3.
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/150
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2017-06-3050 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFantasia 2000 - You're Such a SnobRotoscopers review Disney's Fantasia 2000, the sequel to the 1941 film, Fantasia. Classical music has never been this polarizing. Are you #TeamMorgan or #TeamChelsea?
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/147
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2017-05-191h 23
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFantasia - It's All About the HipposIn episode 146 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review Disney's third theatrical animated film, 1940's Fantasia! We talk the film's exciting backstory, our first impressions, and break down each iconic classical segment scene by scene.
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/146
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2017-05-051h 19
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersJoseph: King of Dreams - Dang it, Wrong Musical!The Rotoscopers take on DreamWorks' only direct-to-video film, the sequel that's actually a prequel, Joseph: King of Dreams (2000)! We talk about the market for bible videos, if it needed to be a musical, lessons learned from the story and more!
Full show notes: rotoscopers.com/145
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2017-04-241h 00
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersAn American Tail: Fievel Goes West - Cat R. Waul vs. RatiganWay out west, the Rotoscopers are at it again, dog-gone-it! This time they review An American Tail: Fievel Goes West (1991).
Show notes, links, and more: rotoscopers.com/131
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2016-09-211h 20
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Jungle Book Double Feature - Bagheera!It's a double header! The Rotoscopers are taking on, not only the 1967 animated classic, The Jungle Book, but also Disney's new 2016 live action adaptation, The Jungle Book! Join in on all the fun as we compare and contrast both films, discuss the directing animators of the original, the music, and more!
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2016-05-091h 41
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Lion King II - Don't Go Over There or the Plot Will CommenceFor the first time ever, the Rotoscopers are discussing a direct-to-video sequel, Disney's 1998 The Lion King II: Simba's Pride. Join along as we talk about 2D films in the Disney canon that don't have sequels, how this is one of the top-selling direct-to-video release of all time, scenes that are directly ripped off from the original, lion polygamy and more!
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2016-04-221h 24
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersOscar 2016 Nominated Animated Short Films - The Chelsea InvasionThe Rotoscopers are joined by RotoWriter Max den Hartog to discuss this year's batch of nominees for Best Animated Short Film (2016).
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2016-02-261h 24
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersKung Fu Panda 3 - It's Inner Peace, Man!The Rotoscopers review DreamWorks Animation’s 2016 animated film, Kung Fu Panda 3. Join along as we talk about how the villain compares to others in the franchise, all the film's themes, all the new pandas, and more!
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2016-02-121h 19
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersA Bug's Life - Oh, Morgan, Where Art Thou?The Rotoscopers are back to discuss Pixar's second animated film, A BUG'S LIFE (1998). Join along as we discuss why we can't remember this film very well, so many ant movies, Pixar's pushing technology, the music of Randy Newman, and more!
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2016-01-291h 31
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBest of 2015 - Rotoscopers Awards & Roto Trivia with Chad Lewis of LewToonsIt's our annual end-of-year episode and to celebrate, we bring out a special guest host, Chad Lewis of LewToons YouTube fame! Join along as we reveal the results of the Rotoscopers Awards, discuss the top news stories of 2015, have some RotoTrivia and more!
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2016-01-081h 36
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersDragon's Lair: The Movie Indiegogo - Don Bluth & Gary Goldman InterviewThe 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 si...
2015-12-0844 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Good Dinosaur - Brought to You By Montana!In episode 109 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review Pixar's second feature to be released in 2015, The Good Dinosaur. Join along as we talk about why Pixar is held to a higher standard by critics/viewers, our thoughts on the new short Sanjay's Super Team, better titles for the film, the film's trouble production history, and more!
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2015-12-052h 00
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Peanuts Movie - Are There Peanuts Brand Peanuts?The Rotoscopers jump into the world of Charles Schulz for Blue Sky Studios' 2015 animated film The Peanuts Movie. Join along as we discuss howe we thought the characters translated to cGI, the episodic plot, the film's marketing, the Red Baron scenes, and more!
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2015-11-201h 25
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Walkin' in a Render WonderlandGet your umbrellas out! The Rotoscopers review Sony Picture Animation's CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS (2009)! Join along as we talk about the unique animation style, the protagonist Flint and the great cast of characters, the ending, and more!
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2015-11-061h 34
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersLilo & Stitch - Bait and StitchIt'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. Join along as we discuss "Stitch mania", the appealing character designs, Lilo and Nani's relationship, favorite moments and quotes, and more!
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2015-10-221h 31
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersHotel Transylvania 2 - "I Love Your Chocolate Cereal!"The Rotoscopers get together for episode 105 of the Animation Addicts Podcast, where we review Sony's 2015 animated film HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA 2. Join along as we discuss the animation, comedy styles, characters, plot, obligatory dance party and more!
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2015-10-091h 23
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersHotel Transylvania - Everyone Killed the WifeThe Rotoscopers put in their fangs to review Sony Picture Animation's HOTEL TRANSLYVANIA (2012)! Join along as we discuss Genndy Tartakovsky's career, Morgan's motion blur rant, voice actors, the obligatory dance party at the end, and more!
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2015-09-251h 24
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersFantastic Mr. Fox - Are You Cussing at Me?The Rotoscopers visit the fantastic world of Wes Anderson in the stop-motion animated film, FANTASTIC MR. FOX (2009)! Join along as we discuss the film's charming "primitive" style, what characters we liked the most, why the "cuss", the wolf, and more!
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2015-09-111h 28
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersOver the Garden Wall - Candy CamouflageIt'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! Join along as we discuss the voice cast, fairytale storyline, art style, themes and more!
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2015-08-281h 26
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersShaun the Sheep Movie - It's a Classy Fart JokeThe 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 (2015). Join along as we discuss the film's poor US box office results, why it has no dialogue, if you need to watch the Shaun the Sheep TV show to enjoy it, what is a "classy fart joke" and more!
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2015-08-141h 18
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersPeter Pan - It's the Peyote!The Rotoscopers head to Neverland with special guest host Lou Mongello from WDW Radio as they review Disney's 1953 animated film Peter Pan.Full Show Notes: http://rotoscopers.com/97Join the community on Patreon and get ad free episodes and bonus content! HighlightsCatch 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...
2015-06-191h 38
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Brave Little Toaster - Let the 'Toy Story' Comparisons Begin!The Rotoscopers take a look back at an interesting 1980s animated film, Disney's 1987 film The Brave Little Toaster.Full Show Notes: http://rotoscopers.com/94HighlightsMorgan 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...
2015-05-081h 45
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersPinocchio - Now That's How You Do a Disney Sidekick!When you wish upon a podcast, you get the Rotoscopers reviewing Walt Disney's 2nd masterpiece, the 1940 animated classic Pinocchio.Full Show Notes: http://rotoscopers.com/93HighlightsMain 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 m...
2015-04-241h 56
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersWatership Down - Complete with Criterion SnobberyThe Rotoscopers go across the pond to review a cult classic and highly requested 1978 British film Watership Down.Full Show Notes: http://rotoscopers.com/92HighlightsMain 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 broke...
2015-04-101h 45
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersKung Fu Panda - How to Train Your PandaIt's back-to-back DreamWorks films for the Rotoscopers! This episode we tackle the 2008 CGI film Kung Fu Panda.HighlightsMain 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."Ma...
2015-03-131h 12
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersChristopher Knights Interview, Voice of Private from Penguins of Madagascar 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 MBLinks Wa...
2015-03-101h 19
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Secret of NIMH - Too Many "J" NamesAll 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...
2015-02-131h 20
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersOnce Upon a Forest - How Alvin and the Chipmunks Save the ForestThe 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...
2015-01-301h 09
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCinderella - Mason DubsWe're continuing with our Mice & Rats podcast series with rag-to-riches story, Disney's 1950 classic Cinderella!HighlightsNerdy 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 dre...
2015-01-161h 45
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBest of 2014 ShowWelcome 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. HighlightsLooking 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 Blanchet...
2015-01-022h 29
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersMickey's Christmas Carol - They're Just ActorsFor the annual Christmas episode of the Animation Addicts Podcast, the Rotoscopers review the 1983 short Mickey's Christmas Carol.HighlightsMain 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.Don't forget to use the hashtags #AnimAddicts and #AnimAddicts83 when talking about this episode on Twitter!Runtime: 1...
2014-12-191h 16
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersGlen Keane Interview, Legendary Disney AnimatorDisney 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!HighlightsIntro 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?Bri...
2014-12-1356 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersRatatouille - Da Brad BirdThe Rotoscopers continue with their Mice & Rats podcast series by reviewing one of Pixar's most critically acclaimed films: Ratatouille.HighlightsMain 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 runn...
2014-12-051h 33
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBig Hero 6 - Don't Even Compare It to Frozen!We review Disney's newest animated feature, the superhero film that everyone loves: Big Hero 6. HighlightsMain 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 O...
2014-11-211h 57
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersAn American Tail - How Many Bands Have a Thunder Tube?For the next film in our 'Mice & Rats' series, we cover Don Bluth's 1986 mouse film An American Tail.HighlightsMore 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 speec...
2014-11-071h 28
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad - The RotoSPOOKERSThe 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...
2014-10-241h 29
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Great Mouse Detective - Sit, TobyThe Rotoscopers discuss the first film in their 'Mice & Rats' podcast series, Disney's 1986 The Great Mouse Detective.HighlightsNerdy Couch Discussion: Mice in animationMain 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...
2014-10-101h 37
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersSleeping Beauty - Make It Pink! Make It Blue!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.HighlightsCatch 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 sere...
2014-09-262h 08
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersQuest for Camelot - Draw That Axe in a Chicken SuitThe Rotoscopers head back to medieval times to discover King Arthur, the Knights of the Round Table and a really bizarre movie, Quest for Camelot.HighlightsMain 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 bir...
2014-09-131h 31
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersDinosaur - Well, Here It Is...In this episode, the Rotoscopers have a riveting discussing about one of Disney's most forgotten about animated films Dinosaur.HighlightsMain Discussion: Dinosaur Only the hardest of hard core fans remember this film. It is not recognized as a Disney classic in the UK? Wait what?Lots of hype, but a lot of disappointment after seeing it. Lack of character development. Unappealing characters make you not care about them. Theme of abundance vs. scarcity. Why does it seem that almost every dinosaur animated film has to be about a migration? This is one re...
2014-08-011h 14
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersTarzan - Attack of the Disney TheoriesIt's Mason's birthday episode! The Rotoscopers review the last film of the Disney Renaissance Disney's 1999 film Tarzan.HighlightsNerdy Couch Discussion: Frozen crossover theory.Main Discussion: Tarzan. The soundtrack is one of the most iconic Disney albums. One of the greatest openings in an animated film. How do we feel about the side characters Terk and Tantor? In what societal class is Jane? Thank you creators for making a plausible way for them to overcome the language barrier (unlike the magical leaves from Pocahontas.) Clayton is a weak villain. What's his motivation? Just greed...
2014-07-041h 57
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersUp - Pablo's BellMorgan and Chelsea are joined by RotoWriter Pablo Ruiz to review Pixar's only film to be nominated for Best Picture, Up!Highlights■ Main Discussion: Up■ Why the "Married Life" sequence is so good.■ The punching-filled "Married Life" sequence that could have been.■ Michael Giacchino's whimsical, 40s-esque score has its own life and takes the film to another level.■ The movie goes all over the place visually: house floating with balloons, South America, and more!■ Enter the dogs: Doug, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma!■ Flying dogs take it t...
2014-05-091h 28
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBalto - Street DogHighlightsMain discussion: Balto Live-action beginning with pigeon lady from Home Alone 2. Jim Cummings rocks it as Steele, dog character designs, inspirations from The Lady & the Tramp. Really heavy 1st act. Lots of exposition. What's with all the sidekicks? Did Balto have to be half wolf? How Mason would have expanded the story. All the different possible deaths of Steele. We rate it! Voicemails & mail bag! Bloopers: No one cares about Chelsea, Stuffed Balto, Disney Scene-ItRuntime: 1:05:00Links Watch Balto: DVD | Digital | iTunes Rotoscopers T-shirt contest ends April 30th! Send in your su...
2014-04-251h 08
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Lord of the Rings - So Many MiniskirtsMorgan, Mason and Chelsea have a rotospective at Ralph Bakshi's 1978 The Lord of the Rings. Highlights ■ Nerdy Couch Discussion: Disney Horses!■ Why are horses so sassy? Which are our favorites?■ Non-canonical horses from Enchanted Stables.■ Main Discussion: Lord of the Rings (1978).■ A little backstory and bio of Ralph Bakshi.■ Ralph Bakshi and Don Bluth are some of the only animation directors whose films are seen as their films, instead of the studios.■ Bakshi's own thoughts on the film.■ Character design and extreme use of rotoscoping. What is the true definition...
2014-04-111h 37
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersSpirit: Stallion of the CimmaronIt’s Morgan and Mason for a M&M episode, where they review DreamWorks 2002 traditionally animated film Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron. Highlights ■ Main Discussion: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron■ Who are Kelly Asbury and Lorna Cook?■ Bryan Adam’s soundtrack. Phil Collins/Tarzan knock off? Gotta love the early 2000s.■ “Tradigital Animation” – CGI opening scene with the eagle Morgan loves.■ Matt Damon is channeling his inner Matthew Broderick.■ Morgan’s motion blur rant.■ What’s with the colonel in the clouds on the DVD cover?■ Bryan Adams songs ever few minutes...
2014-03-141h 27
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Last Unicorn - Give Us More Pirate Cat!Morgan, Chelsea, Mason and special guest host Whitney Grace come together to discuss Rankin-Bass's 1982 film The Last Unicorn. Highlights ■ Email from Zora, requesting one of her favorite movies from her childhood.■ Main Discussion: The Last Unicorn■ History of Rankin-Bass, adapting this film and the RankinBass.com retro website.■ First memories, major themes.■ The red bull doesn't give you wings (and turn you into an alicorn).■ History of unicorn in folklore. Powers of the unicorn horn.■ Gotta love the Harpy and crazy Mommy Fortuna.■ Things get Studio Jiggling on us rea...
2014-02-281h 42
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Lion King - It's SFX!The people have spoken! The top requested film in 2013 was The Lion King! Go along with Mason, Morgan, and Chelsea as they talk about the iconic film from their childhood! Highlights ■ First impressions and stats: The Lion King vs. Frozen.■ Story: was this REALLY based on Hamlet? A Mason theory.■ How can you go wrong with Hans Zimmer, Elton John, and Tim Rice?■ How does "The Baboon Priesthood" actually work?■ Scar vs. Mufasa. Why Scar is the prototype of a child predator.■ Two thumbs WAY way up for the voice acting!■...
2014-02-141h 42
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersA Monster in Paris - Don't Judge This Flea by Its CoverMorgan and Chelsea jump right in the the discussion on this unconventional and under-appreciated French film, A Monster in Paris!Highlights■ What is going on with PARIS?! The disgusting truth of where all this water came from! Nasty!■ The film is actually better the second time! Who is this leprechaun-looking dude?■ Who is Bibo Bergeron? Where is the making of?■ Animation: They used their money wisely. ■ Character breakdowns and major plot points.■ We're learning French as we go.■ Chelsea talks about her 'American Idol Season 8' experi...
2014-02-031h 07
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCats Don't Dance - It's Big & Loud!It's big and LOUD! The Rotoscopers look into the one and only film from Turner Feature Animation, Cats Don't Dance. Highlights ■ The animation competition in 1997. The age of the musicals.Highlights■ Animation quality vs the merchandising!■ Director Mark Dindal: What happened to him? Seriously... does anyone know?■ The Aristocats' canon is expanded. The tragic tale of Marie!■ Chelsea's schedule to stardom.■ Darla Dimple. Clearly inspired by Shirley Temple.■ Mason's question and Chelsea's soap box.■ Why do we care so much about Sawyer?■ Little Steven Spiel...
2014-01-171h 19
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBest of 2013 ShowWe kick off the new year by looking back at 2013 at the best moments from the Animation Addicts Podcast. Also, we announce the results of the 2013 Rotoscopers Awards! Sit back and get ready for some good laughs from this past year.Highlights ■ 1st Annual Rotoscopers' Awards results!■ Our favorite moments from 2013! Including best intros, funny discussions and random fun you never heard!■ Voicemails from Jessica, Daniela, Jemma, and Susanna. ■ Emails from Joshua, Esther, Abraham, Jemma, Michael, Arianne, Anibal, David, Stephanie, MB, Jarlett, Thomas, Shelby, and Lindsay. Runtime: 2:10:00, 63.0 MB Links ■ Animated Music videos: What Mak...
2014-01-062h 13
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Santa Hates MisfitsIt's the most wonderful time of the year! Go along with Chelsea, Morgan and Mason as they dive into the Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer Christmas special by Rankin-Bass!Highlights ■ There's nothing like a good ol' Christmas Special! We discuss all our favorites including a He-Man tangent.■ Main Discussion: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer■ The history behind the longest-running Christmas special of all time! Nearly 50 years old!■ The soundtrack: Composer, Jonnny Marks and "Burl Ives, man, what a snowman!"■ Communists, mutations, conformists and beware of Mrs. Clause!■ Changes made to the film over tim...
2013-12-201h 12
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersShe's Flawless...with Flaws!As Frozember comes to a close, join Morgan, Chelsea, and Mason on this EXTENDED review of Disney's Frozen! Highlights ■ White carpet wrap up: Our thoughts and recap of the Frozen world premiere!■ White carpet YouTube links■ 30-minute interview with Michael Giaimo, art director of Frozen (part 1, part 2, part 3).■ Interview with filmmakers of Get a Horse!■ Directors and producer of Frozen interview the Rotoscopers!■ Before Dec 31, 2013, we will have a NEW PODCAST!■ Main Discussion: Frozen■ It's a musical and everyone liked it!■ Mason, Morgan, and Chelsea discuss the movie scene by sce...
2013-12-062h 06
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | Rotoscopers054 Mary Poppins - Jack of All AccentsMorgan and Mason are joined by Rotoscopers writer Blake Taylor, as they discuss Blake's favorite film Mary Poppins, as well as the upcoming Saving Mr. Banks. Highlights: ■ Breaking tradition and doing our first live-action film!■ Announcements: Podcast Awards results will be announced in January; 1st Annual Rotoscopers Awards. Voting starts December 1.■ Main Discussion: Mary Poppins■ A very LONG movie for kids…it never ends!■ Story of acquiring the rights and P.L. Traver’s negative reaction to the film.■ Is May Poppins a witch or fairy? Do Mary Poppins and Nanny McFee belong to...
2013-11-221h 35
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersVic Mignogna InterviewIntroducing a new--currently untitled--interview segment with Whitney Grace from Animated Views! In this episode, she went to Dragon Con in Atlanta, GA and got to interview Vic Mignogna, one of the most famous anime voice actors in America.Highlights:■ Identity and name crisis with Vic Mignogna.■ Why he loves anime and what he does.■ His start voice acting in Texas.■ Vic talks about his music career and how it has blended into his voice acting career.■ Experience voicing Broly from Dragon Ball Z.■ What is his favorite Ameri...
2013-11-0120 min
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersCorpse Bride - Studio JigglingThe fans voted and for this year's annual Rotoscopers spook-tacular, they dive into the macabre world of Tim Burton's Corpse Bride.Highlights:■ News: Demi Lovato version of "Let It Go" from Frozen;■ Visit our friends over at TraditionalAnimation.com. Their facebook page is a great resource and has exploded over the past month.■ Catch and Fire with Morgan!■ Main discussion: Tim Burton's Corpse Bride (2005)■ This is LAIKA? Really?■ Film shot entirely on the Canon Mark II DSLR camera. Wow.■ Explores the British social strata through the concept o...
2013-10-261h 20
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersSnow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Introducing, Deafy the Dwarf!It's the big 5-0 for the Rotoscopers and to celebrate, they're reviewing the animated film that started it all, Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.Highlights■ Reminiscing over the past 50 episodes: no band break ups, fights or scandals!■ Submit your voicemails, emails and voicemails for the 2013 best-of show.■ Vote for the Animation Addicts Podcast in the Podcast Awards!■ Nerdy Couch Discussion Lecture: The History of Snow White, based on the two art/history books by J .B. Kaufman Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and The Fairest One of All.■...
2013-10-111h 43
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersThe Incredibles - Meet the RotoSUPERS!The RotoSUPERS assemble to discuss the classic Pixar movie The Incredibles directed by Brad Bird.Sit down with Morgan, Mason, Chelsea and special Rotoscopers writer and guest host, Pablo Ruiz!HighlightsGet to know Pablo--recording from Bogata, Columbia!Catch 'n Fire with Pablo!Game: What's my super hero name?; "3 Thunder Tubes and you're out!"Main discussion: The Incredibles. Tights! Where director, Brad Bird, got the idea (just a heads up... we are very pro Brad Bird). Challenging effects, hair, time period, Western story form, and the Fantastic 4 vs...
2013-09-271h 27
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersHowl's Moving Castle - Beast's Moving BatcaveThe Rotoscopers take an introspective dive into the Studio Ghibli film, Howl's Moving Castle! Join in as they review, discuss, analyze, think deeply and talk shallowly on this Miyazaki film! Highlights: ■ Jurassic Park mini review by Mason■ News: Finding Dory, Monsters University Alumni Letter, Disney's Frozen Soundtrack leaked? and Elsa concept art leaked.■ Main discussion: Howl's Moving Castle■ Somethings Chelsea's noticed about Miyazaki films: BAM! Welcome to crazy.■ A very introspective film and cultural questions.■ Character and voice actor discussion: Sophie, Markl, [Wicked] Witch of the Waste■ Mason and Chelsea's mustache ran...
2013-04-161h 30
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersSpirited Away - This Ain't Your Typical Western StoryThe Rotoscopers jump into the world of Japanese animation by reviewing their first ever anime: Studio Ghibli's fantasy-adventure film Spirited Away. Mason also introduces a new super duper anime trivia game and tries to stump Morgan and Chelsea. So join the Rotoscopers for all the news and laughs in the (Japanese) animated world!Highlights:■ The Rotoscopers: The Band!■ News: Epic trailer is epic, DreamWorks theme park, Penguins of Madagascar movie, Kung Fu Panda 3; get more news at our websiteand hypable.com■ Mason discusses anime music and theme songs■ New Game! 'Super Awesome F...
2012-07-231h 25
Animation Addicts Podcast - Disney, Pixar, & Animated Movie Reviews & Interviews | RotoscopersBeauty & the Beast - Time Vortex in the West WingWelcome to the PILOT episode of The Rotoscopers! After months in the making, we finally made it. In this episode, the Rotoscopers discuss who they are and why they're podcasting, why they chose the name "Rotoscopers", favorite/least favorite films of 2011, upcoming films of 2012 and a fun, review of Disney's Beauty & the Beast (1991).Full show notes, links & more: rotoscopers.com/1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2012-02-081h 21