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DNI: Bad Opinions
DNI: Bad Opinions
I can imagine Disney did inspire it, some of those 30s cheeks look very Disney-ish.
But it is a trend that continued into the 50s. Compared to McKimson, whose cheeks are simply round, Jones' are entirely pronounced.
The only director who came close was Clampett, just less angular.
But it is a trend that continued into the 50s. Compared to McKimson, whose cheeks are simply round, Jones' are entirely pronounced.
The only director who came close was Clampett, just less angular.
December 3, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I can imagine Disney did inspire it, some of those 30s cheeks look very Disney-ish.
But it is a trend that continued into the 50s. Compared to McKimson, whose cheeks are simply round, Jones' are entirely pronounced.
The only director who came close was Clampett, just less angular.
But it is a trend that continued into the 50s. Compared to McKimson, whose cheeks are simply round, Jones' are entirely pronounced.
The only director who came close was Clampett, just less angular.
Oh yeah, I do get the frustration. But, even if it isn't perfect, it's still probably the best way to own 107/114 of these shorts.
For me, the improvement over the Classic Collection DVDs is enough of a selling point to excite me and make it worth getting.
(Excuse the compressed GC/Max screenshots)
For me, the improvement over the Classic Collection DVDs is enough of a selling point to excite me and make it worth getting.
(Excuse the compressed GC/Max screenshots)
December 2, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Oh yeah, I do get the frustration. But, even if it isn't perfect, it's still probably the best way to own 107/114 of these shorts.
For me, the improvement over the Classic Collection DVDs is enough of a selling point to excite me and make it worth getting.
(Excuse the compressed GC/Max screenshots)
For me, the improvement over the Classic Collection DVDs is enough of a selling point to excite me and make it worth getting.
(Excuse the compressed GC/Max screenshots)
This bit had me pissing myself. The animation and voicework is so naturally funny.
UY's reboot doing "essentials" meant you mostly got the important/character-driven stories, with few of the simply fun one-offs.
Ranma feels better paced, giving its characters equal focus through blocks of episodes.
UY's reboot doing "essentials" meant you mostly got the important/character-driven stories, with few of the simply fun one-offs.
Ranma feels better paced, giving its characters equal focus through blocks of episodes.
December 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
This bit had me pissing myself. The animation and voicework is so naturally funny.
UY's reboot doing "essentials" meant you mostly got the important/character-driven stories, with few of the simply fun one-offs.
Ranma feels better paced, giving its characters equal focus through blocks of episodes.
UY's reboot doing "essentials" meant you mostly got the important/character-driven stories, with few of the simply fun one-offs.
Ranma feels better paced, giving its characters equal focus through blocks of episodes.
Actual Saints Row 4 cutscene.
November 29, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Actual Saints Row 4 cutscene.
'The Yankee Doodle Mouse' looks pretty good on the Golden Collection but, in comparison to the Anthology, it's night and day. Just look at how much clearer the "Tobacco" lettering is.
I'm interested in how they've improved 'The Midnight Snack', as that's easily one of, if not THE best on the GC.
I'm interested in how they've improved 'The Midnight Snack', as that's easily one of, if not THE best on the GC.
November 29, 2025 at 9:55 PM
'The Yankee Doodle Mouse' looks pretty good on the Golden Collection but, in comparison to the Anthology, it's night and day. Just look at how much clearer the "Tobacco" lettering is.
I'm interested in how they've improved 'The Midnight Snack', as that's easily one of, if not THE best on the GC.
I'm interested in how they've improved 'The Midnight Snack', as that's easily one of, if not THE best on the GC.
If the (horribly compressed) screenshots from the WB website are anything to go by, the new restorations have been improved from the overly dark ones.
So, comparing the two, I'd say these probably are just the original versions. Barring compression, the colours seem identical.
So, comparing the two, I'd say these probably are just the original versions. Barring compression, the colours seem identical.
November 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
If the (horribly compressed) screenshots from the WB website are anything to go by, the new restorations have been improved from the overly dark ones.
So, comparing the two, I'd say these probably are just the original versions. Barring compression, the colours seem identical.
So, comparing the two, I'd say these probably are just the original versions. Barring compression, the colours seem identical.
Recently, I've tried to make this account more personal/varied, rather than restricting myself to the same topic every time.
To seal the deal, I've stolen this format from my friend but made it uglier. (Some of) My favourite media you can expect me to talk about at nauseum.
To seal the deal, I've stolen this format from my friend but made it uglier. (Some of) My favourite media you can expect me to talk about at nauseum.
November 11, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Recently, I've tried to make this account more personal/varied, rather than restricting myself to the same topic every time.
To seal the deal, I've stolen this format from my friend but made it uglier. (Some of) My favourite media you can expect me to talk about at nauseum.
To seal the deal, I've stolen this format from my friend but made it uglier. (Some of) My favourite media you can expect me to talk about at nauseum.
Continuing from yesterday, my favourite OP from the ORIGINAL Urusei Yatsura is "Dancing Star".
Not only does it capture that relaxing yet quirky atmosphere I love from the show but the syncing of music and animation is at its most satisfying.
Plus, it helps it's just really catchy.
Not only does it capture that relaxing yet quirky atmosphere I love from the show but the syncing of music and animation is at its most satisfying.
Plus, it helps it's just really catchy.
November 10, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Continuing from yesterday, my favourite OP from the ORIGINAL Urusei Yatsura is "Dancing Star".
Not only does it capture that relaxing yet quirky atmosphere I love from the show but the syncing of music and animation is at its most satisfying.
Plus, it helps it's just really catchy.
Not only does it capture that relaxing yet quirky atmosphere I love from the show but the syncing of music and animation is at its most satisfying.
Plus, it helps it's just really catchy.
There's a lot to love crammed in here (the way the manga's style transitions into the reboot's is a neat touch) but this is definitely my favourite shot.
Just from the expressions, you can gauge everybody's relationship with Lum, ranging from neutral friendship to casual hatred.
Just from the expressions, you can gauge everybody's relationship with Lum, ranging from neutral friendship to casual hatred.
November 9, 2025 at 10:47 AM
There's a lot to love crammed in here (the way the manga's style transitions into the reboot's is a neat touch) but this is definitely my favourite shot.
Just from the expressions, you can gauge everybody's relationship with Lum, ranging from neutral friendship to casual hatred.
Just from the expressions, you can gauge everybody's relationship with Lum, ranging from neutral friendship to casual hatred.
Been watching through the Urusei Yatsura reboot and this first OP has especially stuck out to me as my new favourite from the franchise.
The manga panels and montage feel like a celebration of the series, while it still works as a lively introduction to the mayhem for newcomers.
The manga panels and montage feel like a celebration of the series, while it still works as a lively introduction to the mayhem for newcomers.
November 9, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Been watching through the Urusei Yatsura reboot and this first OP has especially stuck out to me as my new favourite from the franchise.
The manga panels and montage feel like a celebration of the series, while it still works as a lively introduction to the mayhem for newcomers.
The manga panels and montage feel like a celebration of the series, while it still works as a lively introduction to the mayhem for newcomers.
Honestly, after the upcoming Tom and Jerry blu-ray, I'm hoping the most for a complete Billy and Mandy set.
It's always been such an underrepresented show on DVD (just season 1 and the movie) and it really deserves so much better.
It's always been such an underrepresented show on DVD (just season 1 and the movie) and it really deserves so much better.
November 1, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Honestly, after the upcoming Tom and Jerry blu-ray, I'm hoping the most for a complete Billy and Mandy set.
It's always been such an underrepresented show on DVD (just season 1 and the movie) and it really deserves so much better.
It's always been such an underrepresented show on DVD (just season 1 and the movie) and it really deserves so much better.
The same company would basically make an improved/updated version of the game for the next generation only two years later.
The kicker? It's rated 'T'. Crash and Spyro's remakes had to remove guns to ensure an "E for Everyone" while Tom and Jerry were too busy coming out, guns blazing.
The kicker? It's rated 'T'. Crash and Spyro's remakes had to remove guns to ensure an "E for Everyone" while Tom and Jerry were too busy coming out, guns blazing.
October 31, 2025 at 11:32 PM
The same company would basically make an improved/updated version of the game for the next generation only two years later.
The kicker? It's rated 'T'. Crash and Spyro's remakes had to remove guns to ensure an "E for Everyone" while Tom and Jerry were too busy coming out, guns blazing.
The kicker? It's rated 'T'. Crash and Spyro's remakes had to remove guns to ensure an "E for Everyone" while Tom and Jerry were too busy coming out, guns blazing.
I love how creepy the Billy and Mandy credits are.
The music is calm but also aggressive and twisted. And there's that unsettling grain and fog that obscures those tarot cards.
Like the show itself, its eeriness comes from a surreal weirdness instead of anything outright scary.
The music is calm but also aggressive and twisted. And there's that unsettling grain and fog that obscures those tarot cards.
Like the show itself, its eeriness comes from a surreal weirdness instead of anything outright scary.
October 31, 2025 at 10:06 AM
I love how creepy the Billy and Mandy credits are.
The music is calm but also aggressive and twisted. And there's that unsettling grain and fog that obscures those tarot cards.
Like the show itself, its eeriness comes from a surreal weirdness instead of anything outright scary.
The music is calm but also aggressive and twisted. And there's that unsettling grain and fog that obscures those tarot cards.
Like the show itself, its eeriness comes from a surreal weirdness instead of anything outright scary.
There are very few movie scenes I love more than the opening to A Shot in the Dark. An unexpectedly mature way to start a goofy slapstick comedy, with that sombre song backing the whole thing.
Visually impressive, too, with only four long shots in four minutes.
Visually impressive, too, with only four long shots in four minutes.
October 25, 2025 at 11:36 AM
There are very few movie scenes I love more than the opening to A Shot in the Dark. An unexpectedly mature way to start a goofy slapstick comedy, with that sombre song backing the whole thing.
Visually impressive, too, with only four long shots in four minutes.
Visually impressive, too, with only four long shots in four minutes.
Welp, I'm satisfied.
(I'm impressed just how spot-on they got the look.)
(I'm impressed just how spot-on they got the look.)
September 30, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Welp, I'm satisfied.
(I'm impressed just how spot-on they got the look.)
(I'm impressed just how spot-on they got the look.)
'Golden Eggs' is an unusually screwball Disney short that shows how versatile Donald was as a leading man. Some great absurdist gags throughout.
The hysterically manic movements and zany expressions here are only strengthened by the strong musical timing.
The hysterically manic movements and zany expressions here are only strengthened by the strong musical timing.
September 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM
'Golden Eggs' is an unusually screwball Disney short that shows how versatile Donald was as a leading man. Some great absurdist gags throughout.
The hysterically manic movements and zany expressions here are only strengthened by the strong musical timing.
The hysterically manic movements and zany expressions here are only strengthened by the strong musical timing.
Apparently the LD one IS the one where they censor the dialogue, though I'm not sure if it also does any of the cropping from the DVD.
August 5, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Apparently the LD one IS the one where they censor the dialogue, though I'm not sure if it also does any of the cropping from the DVD.
Yep, everything's as it should be, including all of Jerry's dialogue.
And to prove it, another comparison, just because I never miss the chance to show off one of the worst pieces of censorship I've ever seen (you can literally SEE HIM).
And to prove it, another comparison, just because I never miss the chance to show off one of the worst pieces of censorship I've ever seen (you can literally SEE HIM).
August 5, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Yep, everything's as it should be, including all of Jerry's dialogue.
And to prove it, another comparison, just because I never miss the chance to show off one of the worst pieces of censorship I've ever seen (you can literally SEE HIM).
And to prove it, another comparison, just because I never miss the chance to show off one of the worst pieces of censorship I've ever seen (you can literally SEE HIM).
Another highlight is finally getting to hear Bradley's frantic score (one of my favourites) in a higher quality AND the correct, non-PAL pitch. Here's a closer comparison.
Let's hope this recent release is a sign of an upcoming blu-ray. [2/2]
Let's hope this recent release is a sign of an upcoming blu-ray. [2/2]
August 4, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Another highlight is finally getting to hear Bradley's frantic score (one of my favourites) in a higher quality AND the correct, non-PAL pitch. Here's a closer comparison.
Let's hope this recent release is a sign of an upcoming blu-ray. [2/2]
Let's hope this recent release is a sign of an upcoming blu-ray. [2/2]
Incredibly happy the 'Mouse Cleaning' restoration has finally been (partially) released.
As one of my favourites, I've watched this one a ton on the Classic Collection (as far as I know, the only DVD release), so it's surreal seeing it so vibrant and clean. [1/2]
As one of my favourites, I've watched this one a ton on the Classic Collection (as far as I know, the only DVD release), so it's surreal seeing it so vibrant and clean. [1/2]
August 4, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Incredibly happy the 'Mouse Cleaning' restoration has finally been (partially) released.
As one of my favourites, I've watched this one a ton on the Classic Collection (as far as I know, the only DVD release), so it's surreal seeing it so vibrant and clean. [1/2]
As one of my favourites, I've watched this one a ton on the Classic Collection (as far as I know, the only DVD release), so it's surreal seeing it so vibrant and clean. [1/2]
The animation in 'Thru the Mirror' is masterful, turning what could've been another generic 30s dance routine into one of Mickey's best moments.
There's so much mesmerising fluidity and personality in each movement, with all its stretchiness.
There's so much mesmerising fluidity and personality in each movement, with all its stretchiness.
July 16, 2025 at 11:31 AM
The animation in 'Thru the Mirror' is masterful, turning what could've been another generic 30s dance routine into one of Mickey's best moments.
There's so much mesmerising fluidity and personality in each movement, with all its stretchiness.
There's so much mesmerising fluidity and personality in each movement, with all its stretchiness.