Thursday, October 31, 2013

My Top 5 Disney Villain Transformations

#5 Yzma

“To the secret lab!”



Yzma is from Disney’s The Emperor’s New Groove. She may have been Kuzco’s royal advisor, but she was a malicious woman with a secret lab full of potions. Since Kuzco fired her, she decided to get revenge by killing Cuzco with hopes of being  the empress. In order to accomplish such an ambition, she wanted to use a powerful and deadly potion…to save her postage, of course. But, she ended up turning the emperor into a Llama by mistake.

Yzma’s transformation is number five on my list! Why? Her transformation wasn’t scary at all. She just suffered the fate of being turned into a ferocious little fur ball that wasn’t all that terrifying, though, she was still hilarious! Especially, when she spoke in that adorable squeaky voice and it made her sinister laugh appear more amusing! I’ll give Yzma her props for trying to obtain the potion that would turn her into a human, being that she was so small; she put a lot of effort into it.  And, like all villains, she did not succeed. But we gotta love her kitty cat transformation. That darn cat!!


#4 Evil Queen

“Magic Mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?”



            Every female competes with every other female when it comes to good looks, but the Evil Queen from Disney’s Snow White wants Snow’s heart in a box, for crying out loud! Talk about extreme! But, the Evil Queen takes even more extreme measures when she transforms into an ugly old hag as a disguise so she can get rid of Snow White since the huntsman didn’t have the guts to kill her. However, the Evil Queen brews a poison called a “sleeping death”, which she dips the apple into, and. with one bite, Snow White will fall into an everlasting sleep.



Although the The Evil Queen doesn’t really go into battle, I place her as number four because I love how she carefully created her recipe for her disguise and we watch her brew up the recipe as she explains exactly what is needed for the potion. It’s haunting and the way the artists created her transformation was perfectly detailed. We watched her black hair turn to white, her hands go from young to old, and her voice changing into a cackle. The Evil Queen was cunning and tricked Snow making her believe it was a magic wishing apple she was biting into. And just when she thought she had became the fairest in the land, that very same thunderbolt that mixed her potion well, also turned out to be her fate as it caused her to fall to her death at the edge of the cliff. Not only that, but Prince Charming awakens Snow White and she lives happily ever after. How do you like those apples?


#3 Jafar

“A snake, am I? Perhaps you’d like to see how s-ss-s-snake-like I can be!”



This tall, dark, and handsome villain, from Disney’s Aladdin does his best to have the sultan wrapped around his finger like a snake, while he seeks out the magic lamp to become sultan and rule Agrabah. But, he can’t enter the cave of wonders since he’s not “a diamond in the rough.” So, he tricks Aladdin into doing the work for him, though Jafar still doesn’t get the lamp until near the end thanks to his trusty parrot sidekick, Iago.



            Jafar, is number three! He also has somewhat of a double transformation, but he is most famous for turning into a giant cobra! I felt this transformation scared me more than Ursula’s because at the time, snakes were a bit creepy to me and seeing Jafar become a GIANT snake, my skin crawled and I actually feared for Aladdin’s life. Also, Jafar actually put up a fight, unlike Ursula, and it was more action pact. Though, due to his power hungry needs, he listens to Aladdin as he mentions that the Genie is the most powerful and could easily take his powers away. Jafar’s hunger for power blinds him and so he makes his third wish which is to become an all powerful genie, and he got it; and everything that goes with it: Phenomenal cosmic powers and itty bitty living space!


#2 King Candy/Turbo

“Have some candy!”



Ah, yes, King Candy from Disney’s Wreck -It Ralph!! Watching King Candy for the first time, I didn’t think he was too much of a threat besides the fact he was the one standing in the way of Vanellope racing because she was a “glitch”. King Candy fooled us all with humor, his love for candy, and made us believe that he truly cared about Vanellope when he told the story of what could happen to her if she raced. However, it turns out it was all a lie!

When Vanellope attended the race anyways, thanks to the help Ralph and Fix-It Felix, we saw King Candy’s true nature and his identity. He turned out to be the obsessed and monstrous Turbo, who tried to take over games in the past, and King Candy was just his disguise! As we saw him glitch to Turbo, I’ll admit that it was very haunting and disturbing and it blew my mind immediately! I will say this, though, if I was a little child, I’d probably be scared, especially when he was in his Cy-bug form! I thought it was the most twisted and scariest design, but it was brilliant. The way he moved and his large size gave me the creeps and he was absolutely horrifying! Perhaps you need to lay off the sugar, King Candy...uh, I mean Turbo. Why not try some Diet Cola?


#1 Maleficent

“Now shall you deal with me, O Prince…and all the powers of HELL!!!”



Need I explain how amazing this transformation is? As Prince Phillip is on his way to awaken Princess Aurora, Maleficent uses her magic to try to stop him, but with the help from the three good fairies, she is unsuccessful. Finally, after having enough of Prince Phillip, she zaps over in front of him, being his biggest obstacle yet, and calls upon the powers of Hell, for goodness sake, and transforms into a dragon that spits out green fire!

Maleficent is number one on my list! Not only was there an epic battle in the movie that kept me at the edge of my seat, It’s one of the major scenes in Disneyland’s Nightasmic (and Disneyworld)! It's also one of my favorite battles in Kingdom Hearts! Dragons also happen to be a favorite fantasy creature of mine and Maleficent pulled it off well! Also, I’m very excited how Disney will pull off the design of the dragon for their live-action movie, Maleficent!! But, we all know how the story ends, prince Phillip’s sword is enhanced and he tosses it as Maleficent Dragon and down she goes!! Go back to hell where you belong, Maleficent and sleep for all of eternally! I still have love for you though!


            

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

'Frozen' 2-D or CGI??


(Art work by David Kawena)

Today on my Facebook News Feed, I saw that Artist, David Kawena posted a his latest hand drawn art of Disney's Frozen. If you don't know who David Kawena is, Google him and check out his Facebook page!! He is very talented! And perhaps some of you Disney gals know of his other Disney art works known as The Disney Heroes Collection! If not, you need to check those out ASAP! 

Anyways, David had decided to draw his own concept art of what the characters may look like if they were in 2D (hand drawn), and then asked his fans if they'd preferred the movie to be in 2D or if they were okay with CGI (Computer Generated Imagery). Some of them okay with either or, but most of them prefer to see the movie in 2D. Heck, I would too! Don't get me wrong, CGI is pretty good, but I think most of us prefer hand drawn because most of us who grew up with Disney are so used to 2D animation. Yet, for some odd reason, I feel Disney movies are more...graceful and alive, if hand drawn.  And they're heads are bigger in CGI and it just looks strange to me. Though, I will say the CGI worked perfectly for Wreck It Ralph. It was necessary! 

But then we have to stop and think about the cost. Hand drawn animation is more expensive and it takes longer than CGI. Sure, there's technology to speed up the hand drawn process, but it will still cost more to make. 

However, even though it's in CGI, I'm still looking forward to see the movie for it's plot and character developments along with the special effects. It still looks like a chilling adventure either way! 

What are your thoughts? How do you feel about Disney going CGI? Are you more of a Disney 2D or a CGI type person? Should Frozen have been hand drawn? Share your thoughts! 

Thursday, September 26, 2013

"Frozen" Official Trailer!!!!



Ladies and gentleman! The official trailer has arrived!!! Many of you are familiar with the teaser trailer of the snowman, Olaf,  and the moose, racing to get his carrot nose. Some of you also may be  familiar with Japan's official version! Well, now we can finally watch the official trailer in English!

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After watching the trailer, I feel more confident about the movie and it looks hilarious!! Although, I do wish they would have shown more of Elsa, the Snow Queen since she is voiced by the amazing Idina Menzel (Wicked, Rent, Enchanted). Then again, I think it's great that we don't really know too much about her and it leaves us in curiosity, engaging us to go see the movie.

My concerns for this film is that, Olaf, the magic talking snowman, may seem slightly annoying, but I could be wrong. Also, there was a scene in the movie where Anna and Olaff are near a fireplace and she says "Olaf, you're melting." and Olaf responds with: "Some people are worth melting for." and you can see the sadness in their faces. Did Disney just reveal that Olaf is not going to live throughout the movie? Hmm...or...it could just be one of those moments where they just happens to be in a warm house and he's just happening to be melting. I'm probably over thinking it.

Overall, I'm excited to see how they play out relationship between two sisters, Anna and Elsa, in this film. I hope it will teach something to audiences with sisters and this could be a great movie to go to with your sister for bonding time!

What do you all think about Disney's Frozen? Do you believe it will be great? Or will it be a Disney flop? Why? What makes you excited this film?

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Tinkerbell. Peter Pan V. Pixie Hollow


I found the picture above on Pinterest and when I read the text on the picture, it made me stop and think and I started to nod my head in agreement. Yes! Tinkerbell in Pixie Hollow has somewhat of a different personality than the Tinkerbell in Peter Pan. I honestly enjoyed the first Pixie Hollow movie because of the background story on Tinkerbell. And sure, she was born from a baby's laugh and had such an innocence to her, which didn't bother me so much, but then when Disney began coming out with other Pixie Hollow movies and then looking at the photo above, it made me stop and think: Where's Tinkerbell's sassy attitude?



If you ask me, I say Disney gave Tink's original personality to Vidia and decided not to give any to Tink, being that she's the main character. I can understand why, because if Disney decided to stick with her personality from Peter Pan, little girls may pick-up on it. Vidia is a friend of Tink's, however, she can be a jerk. And Disney needs Tinkerbell to point out that Vidia's attitude is hurtful and isn't the RIGHT way to act, and blah, blah, blah.

In Peter Pan, Tink is more hot tempered, feisty, stubborn, sassy, and mischievous.

In Pixie Hollow, Tink is well...the opposite. Disney toned her down. A lot.

Honestly speaking, the whole world loved Tinkerbell for her sass in the first place! But of course, we have to keep in mind that Pixie Hollow was BEFORE Tinkerbell met Peter Pan. So, basically, how did Tink go from this sweet fairy to a jealousy, sassy one?

Do you think Tinkerbell is different? Do you recognize any of the qualities she had in Peter Pan in any of her current Pixie Hollow movies?


Wednesday, September 18, 2013

(Regina; the Evil Queen & Tinkerbell from ABC's Once Upon A Time)

Who is excited for ABC's Once Upon A Time to come back on?! I know I am! *Squeals like a little girl*

When I saw this photo still on their Facebook page, I couldn't contain myself! I'm really excited that they're going to be in Neverland and  that they released this still! I wonder what Regina has got up her sleeve this time and what's her purpose with Tinkerbell?!  I'm really hoping our heroes will save Henry and I can't wait  until they reveal why Peter Pan took Henry!! Aaaaaaahhhh!!! This is insane!!! 

Once Upon A Time returns on Septemeber 29th at 8pm! 

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Feel Good Today! Disney Style!



So, I made a video yesterday, hoping to boost all of you up and motivate your day with some Disney references. Just click the link above ("Disney Feel-Goods") to watch!!  Make sure to "like" the video and share it with your friends and f amily! Thanks and enjoy!!! Have a magical day!!





Monday, September 2, 2013

The Little Mermaid Is Flipping Its Fins To Live-Action.

(Disney's The Little Mermaid)

It appears that Hollywood are creating plenty of adaptions on fairy tale stories that we've known from The Brother's Grimm, Hans Christian Anderson, or perhaps only seen them in Disney movies. So far, I've posted blogs about Disney creating Live-Action films such as the upcoming Maleficent and Cinderella. Now, there's news about The Little Mermaid. However, I don't think this will be in t he hands of Disney. 

The bigger news is that, Kelly Marcel, the screenwriter who is adapting the book, 50 Shades of Grey by E.L. James will be the one who will write this live-action movie. She was also the screenwriter  for Saving Mr. Banks & the show Terra Nova. Some people seem to feel a bit uneasy about Marcel writing the story know that she is also writing for the exotic 50 Shades of Grey film, for there is a lot of sexual activity in the series. Will, she bring sex to the The Little Mermaid? Honestly, I hardly think she will. I don't even think they'll go that route.  

To lighten things up a bit, Joe Wright is said to direct the adaption and he is known  for his films such as Atonement, Pride & Prejudice, Hanna, & Anna Karenina. I absolutely loved those films, especially the visuals from Anna Karenina. It was a beautiful piece of art on the big screen, in my opinion, along with Atonement. I don't have any doubts about Wright sinking down this ship. 

Though, my biggest concern is the mood for this live-action film. Will it be silly, fun, and comedic, or will it be somewhat fun yet have a darker vision. I really hope they go for something dark, twisted, yet fun and adventurous.

I'm sure many of you are asking who will play the little mermaid, but unfortunately, none has been named yet.
Though, if I were to choose the cast, these would be my choices:
  1. Joanna Garcia
  2. Emma Watson
  3. Dianna Argon
  4. Amy Adams
  5. Lily Collins
  6. Ariana Grande


How do you feel about The Little Mermaid being turned into a live-action film? Should it be different from Disney's version and have a darker mood or keep it light? Who would you choose to play the little mermaid?