The Get Along Gang Review
The Prince of Egypt Review
Denver the Last Dinosaur Review
Megamind Review
Monsters vs. Aliens Review
Bee Movie
How to Train Your Dragon Review
The Raccoons Review
Kung Fu Panda Franchise Review
We revisit the short-lived 1984 animated series about a group of anthropomorphic animals in Green Meadow. We discuss the transition from the Nelvana-produced pilot to the DiC Entertainment series, the history of the original greeting card characters, and the show's focus on friendship and teamwork. We also break down the voice cast, including roles by Scott Menville and Bettina Bush, and touch on the controversy regarding 1980s television watch groups and their influence on storytelling. Finally, we look at the potential revivals that were shelved and the limited home media availability of the show.
A deep dive into the 1998 DreamWorks animated film, exploring the production history, the impressive vocal performances of the star-studded cast, and how the movie adapts the biblical Book of Exodus. The discussion covers the technical marvels behind the animation, the significance of the musical score, the film's international reception, and the historical inaccuracies when compared to the source material.
We take a deep dive into the 1988 animated series Denver the Last Dinosaur, discussing its production history with World Events Productions, the voice acting talent involved, and how the show's focus on ecology and friendship holds up for today's younger viewers. We compare the series to other 80s cartoons and share our personal perspectives on whether this dinosaur-centric adventure stands the test of time or remains a relic of its era.
Mike and Steve discuss DreamWorks Animation's 2010 superhero comedy Megamind, featuring the voice talents of Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, and David Cross. They break down the film's plot, characters, animation quality, and how it compares to other DreamWorks releases. Both hosts give their final ratings and discuss why the film never received a sequel despite being one of DreamWorks' better offerings.
TFG1Mike and Sketch1984 take on DreamWorks' 2009 sci-fi action comedy about Susan Murphy, a bride-to-be who gains superpowers and must team up with a group of monsters to stop an alien invasion. They discuss the film's stellar voice cast (featuring Reese Witherspoon, Stephen Colbert, Hugh Laurie, Seth Rogen, and others), Susan's character arc of self-discovery, and whether this movie holds up as entertainment. The hosts compare it to other DreamWorks and Pixar offerings, debate the merits of 3D cinema, and consider whether the film really needed spin-off specials and a TV series.
Mike and Steve dive into DreamWorks' 2007 animated comedy about a bee who breaks free from hive society and exposes a conspiracy involving honey theft. They discuss Jerry Seinfeld's voice performance and comedic chemistry with Patrick Warburton, the film's themes of societal conformity and ambition, and the production's casting decisions that brought together Seinfeld collaborators. The hosts also cover the movie's mixed critical reception, box office performance, and the plagiarism lawsuits filed against DreamWorks, before weighing in with their own rankings.
Sketch and Mike dive into DreamWorks' 2010 animated film about a Viking teenager who befriends dragons instead of slaying them. They discuss the voice cast, John Powell's Oscar-nominated score, the film's heart compared to typical DreamWorks fare, and uncover some surprisingly uncomfortable subtext about coexistence and power dynamics—all while acknowledging it's still a genuinely entertaining movie worth owning.
An exploration of the 1980s Canadian animated series The Raccoons. The discussion covers the show's origins, its environmental themes, character dynamics, and its place in the landscape of children's television alongside other Canadian-produced series. The hosts also examine the show's voice cast, including the contributions of experienced Canadian actors, and reflect on the legacy of this long-running franchise that bridged the gap between preschool-oriented cartoons and more action-heavy Saturday morning programming.
A deep dive into the Kung Fu Panda franchise, analyzing both the original 2008 film and its 2011 sequel. The discussion covers the voice cast, the animation style, and how the hero's journey plays out in each installment. The hosts compare Po's narrative arc to other classic archetypes and share personal reactions to the emotional beats and action sequences throughout the series.
The hosts discuss the 2006 DreamWorks computer-animated film, covering its plot about woodland animals foraging in a human suburban neighborhood, its star-studded voice cast including Bruce Willis and Steve Carell, and their final thoughts on the movie's humor and production value.