The Gang of Five

The Land Before Time => 1988 Theatrical Release => Topic started by: WeirdRaptor on October 17, 2015, 12:07:56 AM

Title: If this were remade.
Post by: WeirdRaptor on October 17, 2015, 12:07:56 AM
Before we begin, I am not saying it should be remade. I would sooner see this sink into obscurity than let anyone in modern Hollywood touch it. Alas, the simple reality is that we live in an era of remakes and reboots, so we may as well brace ourselves for the possibility. This is not a topic about "How would you like to see it remade?" Oh, this is nothing so optimistic. This is a topic about what would probably happen if it was put through the modern Hollywood remake machine.

I will begin:

1. CGI animation. We are lucky, no, blessed, that the new LBT sequel is getting traditional animation instead of this. However, if this were to be remade with the purpose of putting it in theaters, we all know that those wonderful handdrawn cells would be replaced with 3D graphics.
Could they do it well? Yes, but the animators of the 1988 original did something magical that I don't think can ever be duplicated.

2. The theme of death. It would probably remain, since having a parent die has remained a constant in children's entertainment over the decades, but HOW they would handle it is the question. I can't see them allowing a redone death of Mommy Longneck being anything like the beautifully subdued, quiet original. Focus groups would likely consider it too depressing for the kiddies and something more grand like her and the Sharptooth both vanishing down a crack would happen.

3. Casting. A-list celebrities. Every last one of them. I fully foresee Adam Sandler being cast as Petrie if this becomes reality. They would also likely give the Sharptooth a voice, probably Hugo Weaving. He would also get his own villain song about how he wants revenge on the little longneck that ruined his eye. Which leads us to...

4. Musical, because that's what Disney still does. Plus, most of the LBT sequels have been musicals and a remake would no doubt follow the trend. If we're lucky, they'd at least hire recent song writers and get solid talent to perform.

5. Fear factor. Now this one is something I am not particularly worried about. Children's entertainment has not been shy about being frightening lately, so I think they would actually allow Sharptooth to be a credible threat, on top of all the other things that menace the kids over the course of the film.

6. The writing. Hoo boy, here is the sticking point, isn't it? Would they have a decent script and would the characters still be the lovable gang of five we all love?

What are your thoughts?
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Bruton the Iguanodon on October 17, 2015, 12:56:48 AM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Oct 16 2015 on  11:07 PM
Before we begin, I am not saying it should be remade. I would sooner see this sink into obscurity than let anyone in modern Hollywood touch it. Alas, the simple reality is that we live in an era of remakes and reboots, so we may as well brace ourselves for the possibility. This is not a topic about "How would you like to see it remade?" Oh, this is nothing so optimistic. This is a topic about what would probably happen if it was put through the modern Hollywood remake machine.

I will begin:

1. CGI animation. We are lucky, no, blessed, that the new LBT sequel is getting traditional animation instead of this. However, if this were to be remade with the purpose of putting it in theaters, we all know that those wonderful handdrawn cells would be replaced with 3D graphics.
Could they do it well? Yes, but the animators of the 1988 original did something magical that I don't think can ever be duplicated.

2. The theme of death. It would probably remain, since having a parent die has remained a constant in children's entertainment over the decades, but HOW they would handle it is the question. I can't see them allowing a redone death of Mommy Longneck being anything like the beautifully subdued, quiet original. Focus groups would likely consider it too depressing for the kiddies and something more grand like her and the Sharptooth both vanishing down a crack would happen.

3. Casting. A-list celebrities. Every last one of them. I fully foresee Adam Sandler being cast as Petrie if this becomes reality. They would also likely give the Sharptooth a voice, probably Hugo Weaving. He would also get his own villain song about how he wants revenge on the little longneck that ruined his eye. Which leads us to...

4. Musical, because that's what Disney still does. Plus, most of the LBT sequels have been musicals and a remake would no doubt follow the trend. If we're lucky, they'd at least hire recent song writers and get solid talent to perform.

5. Fear factor. Now this one is something I am not particularly worried about. Children's entertainment has not been shy about being frightening lately, so I think they would actually allow Sharptooth to be a credible threat, on top of all the other things that menace the kids over the course of the film.

6. The writing. Hoo boy, here is the sticking point, isn't it? Would they have a decent script and would the characters still be the lovable gang of five we all love?

What are your thoughts?
I've been intrigued by the idea of a CGI remake of the original since there was so much I felt it could do better. Alas, now my hopes are gone. I mean, Adam Sandler as Petrie? Like... :wow  :wow  :wow  :wow  :wow

I expect the worst now. Simply because I am aware of what the best is.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Campion1 on October 17, 2015, 03:43:35 PM
They would ruin it.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Ducky123 on October 17, 2015, 05:37:31 PM
Nothing beats the original... no matter what, it'll be worse.. I think your points are quite good. If they remade it, they would probably do most of that :p
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: DarkHououmon on October 17, 2015, 08:44:21 PM
Quote from: Ducky123,Oct 17 2015 on  05:37 PM
Nothing beats the original... no matter what, it'll be worse..
I'd have to disagree. A remake can sometimes be better, depending on how it's handled.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: rhombus on October 17, 2015, 08:49:53 PM
Although remakes can sometimes be better than the original, I share WR's concerns with how contemporary Hollywood would handle a remade Land Before Time.  I suspect that they would ruin it, and make something that was quite safe and generic as opposed to the uniqueness of the original.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Ducky123 on October 17, 2015, 08:59:03 PM
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I'd have to disagree. A remake can sometimes be better, depending on how it's handled.

Yes, of course a remake could be better (depends on the quality of the movie which is remade) but I was referring to LBT 1 specially (maybe should have made that clearer). I don't see any possibility of improving this movie (unless they add the deleted scenes, that is ;)). Even if they use the best computer-animation out there - animation you can see in movies like How To Train Your Dragon, it just won't be the same. The nostalgic feeling I always get when I watch LBT 1 would be missing...
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Midnight on October 17, 2015, 11:19:24 PM
Quote from: DarkHououmon,Oct 17 2015 on  07:44 PM
Quote from: Ducky123,Oct 17 2015 on  05:37 PM
Nothing beats the original... no matter what, it'll be worse..
I'd have to disagree. A remake can sometimes be better, depending on how it's handled.
I agree with you, but sadly, that's often the exception rather than the rule.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Malte279 on October 18, 2015, 05:01:41 AM
I don't tend to think in ranking categories with terms like better, best, worse or worst, but I agree with Kacie that one should keep an open mind and not presume to rank something too much before having seen it (or before it is anything more than a hypothesis for that matter :lol). A remake (I think it is highly unlikely that there will be one though) would be, for better or worse, different and for me that is sufficient reason to be curious in case it ever came to pass. Even if a remake was made that people would agree upon to be better than the original, it wouldn't make the original any worse than it is now. Nor would a worse remake make the original any worse. From this perspective there doesn't seem to be much to loose, but seeing that the original is rather awesome the idea of a remake that was even "better" would be an encouraging thought :)
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: MC CJ'S REVENGE on October 19, 2015, 02:14:26 AM
Remakes are a hit and miss in the movie industry, especially nowadays. You have to really put in 110 on a remake, otherwise you have millions of dollars wasted on something that failed. A quote from the movie Scream 4 that was said, "Don't **** with the original".
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Dr. Rex on November 02, 2015, 12:44:11 AM
Ironically, one of my childhood dreams was to make a modern version of LBT to keep the children updated. XD

I agree with WeirdRaptor; there's no doubt Hollywood would put in at least most of that stuff in the remake. Whether or not it'll do well, I don't know; it depends on how the staff will handle it. My biggest concern, though, is the kind of humor they'll put into it. The humor in the original was well-placed, thought-out, and appeared when it was needed, but children's movies nowadays just jump at every opportunity to pull a joke out of its butt.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: pokeplayer984 on November 02, 2015, 03:41:08 PM
*cocks shotgun* Let's just say that me and my thugs-for-hire will ensure they don't even try it.  It's too precious to be remade.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Dr. Rex on November 03, 2015, 01:12:03 AM
Quote from: pokeplayer984,Nov 2 2015 on  02:41 PM
*cocks shotgun* Let's just say that me and my thugs-for-hire will ensure they don't even try it.  It's too precious to be remade.
Please do. XD
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 17, 2017, 12:39:40 AM
I wouldn't mind the process of overlaying the current animation with the new animation techniques of the latest installments (example: Journey of the Brave). As for completely remaking it in a Pixaresque or DreamWorks style, while intriguing, I think The Land Before Time series is served best in 2D/Animeish style with some 3D elements in the last three films. IMHO.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: ADFan185 on April 17, 2017, 01:16:52 AM
I can also agree it's very precious to be remade since what we have is a master piece already.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 17, 2017, 05:40:37 PM
The best reason to remake LBT or reboot it is to introduce this beloved franchise to a whole new generation. Beyond that, it would give is fans another chance to see The Gang on the big screen.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Sneak on April 17, 2017, 06:52:21 PM
what sense? Just give them perfect original movie - and people would be introduced by gang. All is simple.
 :rolleyes:
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: WeirdRaptor on April 17, 2017, 07:12:54 PM
Quote from: Snik,Apr 17 2017 on  05:52 PM
what sense? Just give them perfect original movie - and people would be introduced by gang. All is simple.
 :rolleyes:
You'd think so, anyway. The problem with trying to advertise the original Land Before Time is the same one any older film has. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its modern descendants, and so might not tickle modern children's fancy. That's why remakes happen at all.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 18, 2017, 10:45:43 PM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Apr 17 2017 on  06:12 PM
Quote from: Snik,Apr 17 2017 on  05:52 PM
what sense? Just give them perfect original movie - and people would be introduced by gang. All is simple.
 :rolleyes:
You'd think so, anyway. The problem with trying to advertise the original Land Before Time is the same one any older film has. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its modern descendants, and so might not tickle modern children's fancy. That's why remakes happen at all.
I think for reboot to work, the LBT franchise would have to be taken in a new direction, like how Christopher Nolan took Batman franchise in a new direction (actually it is closest to comics), and how James Bond was taken in a new direction in last four films starring Daniel Craig (closer to Ian Flemming novels). For Land Before Time to really make its mark, it might need to be turned into something that emphasizes the original's hallmarks, make Sharptooth very scary, keep a Pixaresque sadness of the separation of characters, and add elements that pull at the hearts of children and adults.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: WeirdRaptor on April 18, 2017, 10:59:44 PM
Quote from: Gentle Sharptooth,Apr 18 2017 on  09:45 PM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Apr 17 2017 on  06:12 PM
Quote from: Snik,Apr 17 2017 on  05:52 PM
what sense? Just give them perfect original movie - and people would be introduced by gang. All is simple.
 :rolleyes:
You'd think so, anyway. The problem with trying to advertise the original Land Before Time is the same one any older film has. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its modern descendants, and so might not tickle modern children's fancy. That's why remakes happen at all.
I think for reboot to work, the LBT franchise would have to be taken in a new direction, like how Christopher Nolan took Batman franchise in a new direction (actually it is closest to comics), and how James Bond was taken in a new direction in last four films starring Daniel Craig (closer to Ian Flemming novels). For Land Before Time to really make its mark, it might need to be turned into something that emphasizes the original's hallmarks, make Sharptooth very scary, keep a Pixaresque sadness of the separation of characters, and add elements that pull at the hearts of children and adults.
Agreed. Alas, in reality, I doubt any modern studio executives will care enough about the original LBT to truly examine what made the original work in the first place.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 18, 2017, 11:10:39 PM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Apr 18 2017 on  09:59 PM
Quote from: Gentle Sharptooth,Apr 18 2017 on  09:45 PM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Apr 17 2017 on  06:12 PM
Quote from: Snik,Apr 17 2017 on  05:52 PM
what sense? Just give them perfect original movie - and people would be introduced by gang. All is simple.
 :rolleyes:
You'd think so, anyway. The problem with trying to advertise the original Land Before Time is the same one any older film has. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its modern descendants, and so might not tickle modern children's fancy. That's why remakes happen at all.
I think for reboot to work, the LBT franchise would have to be taken in a new direction, like how Christopher Nolan took Batman franchise in a new direction (actually it is closest to comics), and how James Bond was taken in a new direction in last four films starring Daniel Craig (closer to Ian Flemming novels). For Land Before Time to really make its mark, it might need to be turned into something that emphasizes the original's hallmarks, make Sharptooth very scary, keep a Pixaresque sadness of the separation of characters, and add elements that pull at the hearts of children and adults.
Agreed. Alas, in reality, I doubt any modern studio executives will care enough about the original LBT to truly examine what made the original work in the first place.
Perhaps, but the Lion King was an idea that had little promise, and yet it has become a major franchise in its own right. Anything is possible, who thought the Power Rangers would have been rebooted in a serious tone :lol.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: WeirdRaptor on April 19, 2017, 01:53:48 AM
True, but at the time of The Lion King's making, Disney was at the top of their game, and it was made by people who felt the need to prove themselves considering their lion movie was considered something to hold audiences over for Pocahontas.
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Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 19, 2017, 01:58:01 AM
I have hope, since Michael Bay made Teenage Mutan Ninja Turtles (twice) after there had been movies, and cartoons. Since the Power Rangers has been rebooted, I think The Land Before Time has a chance, especially if there is a Dinosaur Renaissance. Perhaps after Jurassic World II is released, executives will consider reviving other dino-franchises.
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Post by: WeirdRaptor on April 19, 2017, 01:06:42 PM
Well, there really wasn't a Dinosaur Renaissance during the original Jurassic Park trilogy, either, because those things be expensive to bring to life on the big screen. An animated film is not out the question, though.

Oh, I know Land Before Time has a chance. It's becoming increasingly clear that nothing made, ever, is immune to a reboot/remake/long belated sequel.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 19, 2017, 04:37:59 PM
Quote from: WeirdRaptor,Apr 19 2017 on  12:06 PM
Well, there really wasn't a Dinosaur Renaissance during the original Jurassic Park trilogy, either, because those things be expensive to bring to life on the big screen. An animated film is not out the question, though.

Oh, I know Land Before Time has a chance. It's becoming increasingly clear that nothing made, ever, is immune to a reboot/remake/long belated sequel.
At first I resented reboots, but now I am glad for revivals because it means a chance to revisit and see something we've only hoped for or dream of regarding our favorite franchises.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 20, 2017, 04:11:35 AM
I only support reboots if they do them right and they don't mess them up ahd destroy the old one that was great.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 20, 2017, 04:28:19 AM
Quote from: ADFan185,Apr 20 2017 on  03:11 AM
I only support reboots if they do them right and they don't mess them up ahd destroy the old one that was great.
I have witnessed terrible reboots, Jurassic World being one of them IMHO.
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Post by: Sneak on April 20, 2017, 04:52:42 AM
Quote from: Gentle Sharptooth,Apr 20 2017 on  11:28 AM
Quote from: ADFan185,Apr 20 2017 on  03:11 AM
they don't mess them up ahd destroy the old one that was great.
and again... youself told the exact point: why do you need reboot if original is already PERFECT and GREAT?
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Post by: Sovereign on April 20, 2017, 03:13:32 PM
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and again... youself told the exact point: why do you need reboot if original is already PERFECT and GREAT?

There is simply no way a reboot could even come close to the original film but if there's a small chance that it might revive the franchise while respecting the original tone of it, I'd actually accept a "decent" remake. If it could handle the first reboot film with a respectable performance and generate some serious money, it could have a good chance to lead to a new franchise which could develop and expand the world in the ways the sequels we have never did. Of course, if it's a CGI comedy, nothing good will come of it.
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Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 20, 2017, 07:27:56 PM
Quote from: Sovereign,Apr 20 2017 on  02:13 PM
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and again... youself told the exact point: why do you need reboot if original is already PERFECT and GREAT?

There is simply no way a reboot could even come close to the original film but if there's a small chance that it might revive the franchise while respecting the original tone of it, I'd actually accept a "decent" remake. If it could handle the first reboot film with a respectable performance and generate some serious money, it could have a good chance to lead to a new franchise which could develop and expand the world in the ways the sequels we have never did. Of course, if it's a CGI comedy, nothing good will come of it.
My feelings exactly. I would only want it to ensure sequels. My only concern is that they would just remake best sequels, rather than making a new stories. I however, still love the tone, style, and feel of sequels of the Original. My hope would be a new series of films that are more serious like the Original while they keep making sequels to the musical and sweeter anthology that always exists.
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Post by: Dracorider19 on April 20, 2017, 07:42:44 PM
Well if it did get remade, I would be cautious. If it was made in traditional animation, I'd be thrilled. If it did follow the original story closely, then yes, I would give it a chance. However, since this is now a time where remakes and reboots are plentiful, I'd advise Hollywood to not touch the original, and simply look to other movies worthy of remakes/reboots, including original films that didn't do well at first, but could be done better with a remake/reboot.
However, since the original is a classic, I'm a little skeptical they would pull off one that could match the greatness of the original.
And I wholeheartedly agree with Sovereign, a CGI comedy would be a waste, and not do justice to the original.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 21, 2017, 06:20:16 AM
What if they went Down the Disney route and made a live action Land Before Time remake to the 1988 movie?
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Ducky123 on April 21, 2017, 09:56:51 AM
If they were to do that, then I expect them to use very high-quality animation such as seen in the Jungle Book remake and (and this is the important part) keep the story very close to the original movie.
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Post by: Sovereign on April 22, 2017, 10:09:44 AM
I haven't seen the new Jungle Book but the idea of the upcoming live-action Lion King spooks me. While I think it could go better with dinosaurs than lions, I don't see this overall prospect too exciting.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 22, 2017, 10:21:52 AM
Yeah same I haven't seen that movie yet either but one day I'll sit through the live action to The Jungle Book. Well it could work if it was done correctly and they got a good voice cast to play the roles. So I might be okay with this if it works out very well to me.
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Post by: Sovereign on April 22, 2017, 10:25:04 AM
It certainly could work but the concept seems... odd. I wouldn't rule it out and i'll look forward to seeing what they do with Lion King. This is new technology after all. However, for now, live-action LBT doesn't sound that great to me.
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Post by: Dracorider19 on April 22, 2017, 11:03:36 AM
Quote from: Sovereign,Apr 22 2017 on  09:09 AM
I haven't seen the new Jungle Book but the idea of the upcoming live-action Lion King spooks me. While I think it could go better with dinosaurs than lions, I don't see this overall prospect too exciting.
I absolutely agree with you, Sovereign, the Lion King happens to be my favorite Disney movie, and I wasn't exactly excited about a live-action remake in the works. I mean, there's already a Broadway musical adaptation, so why make a remake?
It's simple why, the pressure to make more money and the fear of failure has been driving Disney to make more live-action remakes (most of which are inferior to the original) of the beloved originals. The Jungle Book remake turned out to be okay, but something as beloved and well-made as the Lion King should never receive a remake.
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Post by: Sovereign on April 22, 2017, 11:14:30 AM
Well, the the old Jungle Book is also a very beloved film. The idea of live-action animal films, though, is quite eccentric and it requires extreme skill and vision to pull that off. Even then, I don't see Disney being willing to let the fans of the Jungle Book down easily.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 22, 2017, 12:48:43 PM
What I herd was they where gonna make simba gay. And I support that choice openly and willingly. And I'm gonna see what they do with the lion king. And I'll look forward to one day seeing the remake to the movie if it happens
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Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 28, 2017, 04:43:22 AM
Quote from: ADFan185,Apr 21 2017 on  05:20 AM
What if they went Down the Disney route and made a live action Land Before Time remake to the 1988 movie?
I think that could restore some interest in LBT, so I would be for it. It would be great to get some major actors and actresses play the main characters.

Little Foot: Andrew Garfield or Matthew Brodrick
Little Foot's Mother: Meryl Streep or Helen Miran
Cera: Miley Cyrus or Rachael McAdams
Ducky: Aubrey Anderson-Emmons or Elsie Fisher (guesses)
Petrie: Steve Carrell  
Spike: Well anyone really, but Simon Pegg would be good choice.
Sharptooth: Michael Wincott
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 28, 2017, 10:04:16 AM
No they need to get the original voice actor Will Ryan to play Petrie he's the best Petrie ever. The other ones not sure if they will fit the characters,
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Post by: Dracorider19 on April 28, 2017, 01:32:47 PM
Actually since Littlefoot and co. are kids, if there was a remake for the first LBT, they would have to hire child actors to voice them, not adult actors. Plus, I feel there should be voice actors, not celebrities, to voice characters like Sharptooth, since the practice of hiring celebrities to voice animated characters, for me, is getting old.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 28, 2017, 02:30:02 PM
Since will Ryan voiced Petrie in the original he should be able to play the character again. They shouldn't change the original voice actors. It really ruins the movie big time in my opinion
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Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 28, 2017, 05:28:46 PM
Quote from: Dracorider19,Apr 28 2017 on  12:32 PM
Actually since Littlefoot and co. are kids, if there was a remake for the first LBT, they would have to hire child actors to voice them, not adult actors. Plus, I feel there should be voice actors, not celebrities, to voice characters like Sharptooth, since the practice of hiring celebrities to voice animated characters, for me, is getting old.
I am coming from perspective that if the characters were voiced by celebrities it will draw people into the Land Before Time that normally ignore it, and hopefully revive the franchise with animated shows and movies we can then be more purist about. It's kinda of the idea of conceding or compromising on one thing, so that we get 93% of what we want.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 28, 2017, 08:23:35 PM
Yeah they need to let actual voice actors play the roles that fit the characters. Not just some random celebrity that will botch it up
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Post by: Gentle Sharptooth on April 28, 2017, 09:45:59 PM
I understand your perspective. I am a partial-purist, I prefer it to stay like original, and example of book being adapted into a movie. I would like that movie to be like the book and contain major elements, but I also understand from storytelling and marketing you have to change some things to make it work for the movie.
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Post by: ADFan185 on April 29, 2017, 08:48:38 AM
Switching the original actors is just going to destroy the movue
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Post by: Ducky123 on April 30, 2017, 03:53:56 PM
I admit I haven't heard of any of the people you listed there (though I generally don't really care who's playing in movies).

Another thought: If they don't change the story, just reanimate, they could just use the old recordings of dialogue from 1988.
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Post by: Sneak on April 30, 2017, 04:15:02 PM
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If they don't change the story, just reanimate, they could just use the old recordings of dialogue from 1988.
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that's just ridiculous.
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Post by: Sovereign on April 30, 2017, 05:19:10 PM
Why would they do such a compromise? No remake (to my knowledge) has used voices from the old film and if they did that, it would be just a reskin of the old film, with the exact same scenes. It would be saying that the "problem" with the film is the animation which is just great. Of course, using two voice actors would quickly become awkward.  :lol
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Post by: Ducky123 on May 01, 2017, 09:19:36 PM
Tell me... why is that ridiculous? I absolutely cannot argue that the animation needs to be improved (because it's perfect as you say) but the same goes for the story. Why would you need to change it? Why shouldn't the dialogue remain the same? Say what you want, I love Aria and her great voiceacting for Ducky or Anndi for Cera but their voices just wouldn't fit for the original movie! They've gradually aged and so did their voices, however you don't really notice that unless you compare LBT 5 to the very late sequels... Judith was the perfect choice for Ducky, nobody can replace her truly.

Then again, we're deep in the "what if" territory and it's unlikely that our discussion will ever be of any relevance :p
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Post by: Sneak on May 02, 2017, 04:26:06 AM
I was talking about "...don't change the story, just reanimate, they could just use the old recordings of dialogue from 1988..."

that would be absolutely nonsense remake plus ugly using of holy original audio track. :p
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Post by: ADFan185 on May 05, 2017, 04:37:59 AM
No Petrie was voiced by Will Ryan in the beginning and he and the other guy should remain as the voices actors. Since there's no way kid actors can do his voice correctly it would Ruin it. And getting new kid actors for the other gang members would also ruin it since fans want some of the original cast back.
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Post by: Sovereign on May 05, 2017, 05:42:25 AM
Well, Petrie has never had a kid voice actor so we don't if that would be a good change or not. However, it seems like Petrie has been the most difficult character to dub to other languages as every dubbed Petrie voice I've heard is terrible, even more so than the other characters'. Sure some kid could get it right but for now, I think Bennett is the best Petrie we have.  ;) Also, Aria Curzon was a kid when she took on voicing Ducky and Littlefoot's voice actors were changed rather often to keep his voice kid-like. I'm not hostile to the idea of getting new voices for the Gang, especially since I thought that Felix Avitia was one of the best Littlefoots to date. I actually prefer JOTB:s cast to the original.
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Post by: ADFan185 on May 08, 2017, 12:39:12 PM
The cast they choose for journey of the brave was horrible the characters sounded like crap and didn't fit at all. It was cringe worthy to hear them speak. The original cast for movie one was perfect. The voice cast was perfect Will Ryan is the better Petrie Bennett was not a good replacement choice but it was passable I guess.
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: Sovereign on May 08, 2017, 03:00:39 PM
Most of the main characters had their old voices so and panning them would make liking the other films' voice acting quite difficult.  If you mean Grandpa and Mr, Threehorn, I agree to some degree but I was referring simply to the Gang of Five.  ;)
Title: If this were remade.
Post by: ADFan185 on May 09, 2017, 03:34:58 PM
Yes to some degree it's sad Will Ryan never got another chance to reply his role as Petrie in all of the sequels. He did way better than Bennett did. His Petrie actually was Petrie. Bennett's Petrie just didn't sound like the character at all. It was off a bit in my opinion. The other cast eh they where alright just still didn't sound right.