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[cj33333]

what did they do to you, Stella

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She must've looked terrible when they tried translating it to 3D because I don't understand any other reason why they'd butcher her design

[iuriinacio]

Over The Hedge, Ice Age and The Wild Robot These Are The Only Movies In The Media That Show The Cute Side Of Opossums

I was just browsing the internet and this came to mind: Over the Hedge, Ice Age, and The Wild Robot are the only movies that portray opossums in a non-stereotypical way. You, the reader, might be wondering, "What do I mean by non-stereotypical?" I'll explain in the paragraph below.

As many of you know, most movies, animations, and cartoons we see portray opossums stereotypically as disgusting animals that only live in garbage a cliché and comical trope. However, Bluesky Studios and DreamWorks did something different with opossums. They showed that opossums aren't as disgusting as most cartoons and media portray them. They were more versatile, showing that opossums are cute animals and also teaching characteristic behaviors of their species in a comical and funny way, so as not to lose the comedic aspect of the animation. You, the reader, might ask yourself, are you against cartoons portraying opossum as disgusting?

My answer is, no, I'm not against it, especially since cartoons need to have comedic elements, and they work very well.

Although there are other movies that show the cute side of opossums, I only mentioned these three movies specifically because they portray opossums as they are in a much more accurate and natural way. Well, I'll leave it at that for now, and until next time.

[bookwormtck]

On shameless worldbuilding

I have to say, while Disney’s fantasy lands are whimsical and perfectly designed, nothing transfixes you more than the setting of a Dreamworks movie. 

Far Far Away from Shrek? Kung Fu Panda’s ancient China? The world of Flushed Away? FREAKIN BERK FROM HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON?!

The moment Puss in Boots started, I was all in--the lore, the gritty setting, the rude jokes. The subtle spins on fairytale characters. The nod to Shrek. It was all so intriguing; the social system, the details left unknown.

I think that what differentiates Disney and Dreamworks’ worlds is that DW tends to deviate from the lingering taste of consumerism. Yes, cute characters are designed for marketing, but they are also to make a narrative point, and it’s never as blatant as Disney except Trolls. Though DW color schemes have traditionally been less pastel-y and glowy in comparison to Disney, they make a point with their deep character insights. Or consider the world of Berk, which is a masterpiece in itself. It’s edgy, raucous, not exactly kid-friendly, and the villagers are crusty and crude. But in its originality, its bleak humor, Berk has become one of the most memorable fictional worlds there is.

Another example is Over the Hedge. It’s not flashy or dreamy; it’s a chaotic story about a ragtag group of pest animals who swindle a neighborhood to eat their food. All the scenes take place in quiet suburbia. But with every relatable image, every peek into these creatures’ lives, the viewer is consumed by the plot.

I also can’t end without mentioning Rise of the Guardians--I read the books, and DW went above and beyond bringing that world to life. The absence and presence of color are so cleverly used, without overdoing it. The various settings serve the characters; they don’t exist just to be a pretty screenshot. It is wondrous, for the sake of being wondrous, because the movie is about childlike wonder and not raking in money. 

In conclusion: Disney’s worlds are lovely yet stink of capital; Dreamworks’ worlds are stinky but lovingly captivating.

[dreamworksanimation]

Parents FTW!

[verne-reptile-oth]

T-posing Heather

[taybatwo2]

This week are miscellaneous fanart done from 2013-2016.

First up is Elliot March (my favorite guy from Alice in the Country of Hearts Series) done in 2014.

The next two are some chibi-fied DBZ abridged characters (Vegeta with ghost Nappa, Jeice and Salza) done in 2013.

Some Sandslashes and Sandshrews done in 2015.

Some Bulbasaurs done in 2015.

Oswald and Ortensia, done in 2015.

Hammy and Stella from Over the Hedge, done in 2015.

Francoeur from A Monster in Paris, done in 2016.

Another chibi-fied Francoeur done in 2016.

Lucille, Raoul, Emile, and Maude also from 2016.

[dogwithglasses]

If anyone needs an Over the Hedge movie piñata in 2017 I know where to find em #instapete #overthehedge

[les-energies]

Working on some commisionned evil eye tattoo 😈👀 I've missed drawing ! I'm slightly regaining energy, i'm battling for it. The edge is always sharp for me and the veil always thin. My head is a mess and most of times i feel like i'm not totally in my body, resulting in an extreme clumsiness . Is anyone else in this case? I fell like i'm a few centimeters outside my body , in and out at the same time. Here and not there. ☀❄❤🌲🌙🌿☀🌌 #jewelry #handmade #crystalhealing #witchcraft #witch #wicca #pagan #handmade #tattoo #vegan #yoga #nature #drawing #eye #evileye #smokeyquartz #auraquartz #art #goth #france #winter #january #overthehedge