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I was visiting some folks at Pixar last week (yeah, it is just as cool as you might imagine - about the closest thing to nirvana that there is for an animator), and heard a little more about their new film coming out next summer. I have been a huge fan of John Lasseter's work since I first saw "Andre and Wally B" from the 1984 Siggraph, and Luxo Jr. soon thereafter. Wandering through the halls at Pixar and seeing some of their latest work (like the original artwork from Ratatouille) was a real thrill - and the cereal bar was amazing!
Anyway, the new film is "WALL•E" and it looks like it is going to be a lot of fun - and it is about ROBOTS!!! If you have not seen it yet, Pixar has released the second movie trailer (the first one has been out since mid-summer). There is a streaming version of the WALL•E trailer on Slashfilm and another copy on Yahoo Movies ![]() I can't wait! -dave |
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WALL•E Looks to be a very cool movie.
I know Koko Ed has mentioned it many times here on CD and I know I'll be in line to see it when it opens for sure next June. Side Note: Dave... Visiting Pixar? Getting some help on the game animation this year maybe? :cool: Does this mean you won't be using your WHOLE Christmas break working on it this year? But isn't that part of a tradition by now for you? :ahh: |
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Hmm, dave just posted. Another game clue perhaps? Let's tear apart every word of it... :D Just kidding, sounds cool. Even better than a Pixar game animation would be if they featured FIRST-built robots in this new movie!
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It deserves something worthwhile; that poor robot gets the short end of the stick in every game animation. |
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------------------ I think Dave's just trying to point out that this year's game piece will be a desk lamp. ![]() |
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Desklamp game pieces FTW!!! :rolleyes: |
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When I saw the previews on arecent dvd I rented I instantly thought "I gotta see that". This was the first time I saw the second trailer. Thats cool.
-Mike |
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If the championships were still at Disney I would bet a seasons worth of entry fees that Disney would have a Wall-E replica making rounds at the event and maybe even going as far as participating in matches.
Never underestimate the Disney advertising machine. You need to look no further than the amazing popularity of Miley Cyrus to see that. |
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Somthing that can tell a little more about the movie (not really i guess) is the fake website that pixar put up, it recently popped up on boing boing.net because of its hilarious EULA...
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Well, the trailer makes it look like an adorable movie! The robot reminds me of the Short Circuit robot... especially when it hits the bug... disassemble...
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Thanks for the link, Andrew. I'm browsing through the laughable amount of content and it's overdose of Flash right now!
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I want to see WALL-E!!! We should try and rent one of the cinemas for a FIRST showing here in Connecticut...
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Dave never said "WHY" he was at Pixar. Maybe he was arranging a Guerilla Drive-In preivew of WALL•E for the Wrap Party in Atlanta! |
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The commercial for WALL•E during the Superbowl was great!
I love how WALL•E can turn itself into a lunchbox... or... some kind of box that is. lol |
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i saw that commercial. it was ok. but is there going to be a preview at somepoint that actually tells what the movies about? hah.
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Waaaaallllieeeeeeee
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I loved the commercial. Everytime I see him with the bug I think of a hexbug! :yikes:
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i saw the teaser for WALL.E before national treasure 2. i thought the robot was absolutely adorable, especially when that huge ship thing landed on him.
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It looks to be awesome. The super bowl commercial was somewhat good, not as big great as the one posted above.
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i'm downloading the trailer on my PS3 (HD 1080) its about 182MB
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Ahhh... it IS a chick-flick afterall! WALL-E gets a girlfiend!
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Finally a trailer that describes a little bit of the storyline woo. Looks like a decent movie.
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http://www.buynlarge.com/NewsCenter.html?storyId=16 I love the Sloth Games! I could do really well at that!
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MORT plans on taking a few of the robots to the premiere of WALL-E. We've done this for other movies but sadly missed out on Iron Man and Transformers.
Hope to get lots of young kids there to see the robots. :) |
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I saw the pre-release screening of WALL•E last night, and it turned out to be just as much fun as I suspected it would. First off, it is a good story, without being sickeningly sweet. The story is engrossing enough that you are completely pulled into it. You are twenty minutes into the film before you realize that there has not been a single line of dialog - and yet the story and cinematography are good enough to carry that off without a problem.. And WALL•E is terminally cute (yes, I am already trying to figure out how to make one out of VEX parts...). As expected, the quality of the animation is stunning, although I will admit to being much more impressed by the scenes on Earth than on the spacecraft. The animators in the audience are going to just love it. Without giving away any of the story line, there are some fun things to look out for. You will catch a few subtle reminders that Pixar is still partially owned by Steve Jobs (just listen to WALL•E's reboot sound, etc.). I am still looking for the "Binford" tag that is hidden in there somewhere.
The special short up front, "Presto" by Doug Sweetland, is as good as we have come to expect from Pixar (probably my favorite since "For The Birds" led off "Monsters Inc."). There is also a nice connection between this film and the FIRST community. Those of us that have been around long enough may remember Laura London (first at Autodesk, and later with FIRST). Her nephew, Brian London, is an assistant art director on the film. -dave . |
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Looks like some people in TX already had a similar idea. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpokgwMJIKE P.s. I am stoked for this movie.... |
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I'm planning on trying to go to a mid day showing Friday, when my sons are busy with the last day of the vex camp they're putting on. So then I can go back that night with them, and watch it again.
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Yeah, what is this "pre-release" stuff? Inquiring minds want to know. AB |
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15 years old!!!
Wall-E is 15 years old, & has already showed up in 3 Pixar movies at least!!!! (Toy Story, The Incredibles & Cars!!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CUgo...eature=related Wow. :eek: |
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-dave . |
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I don't care what the 2009 FRC game will be; we may just have to enter WALL•E no matter what.
Here's another video of WDI's WALL•E animatronic -- http://youtube.com/watch?v=tuy-3ty3MSs |
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I called our local cinema a few weeks back to inquire about renting a cinema for a private showing for FIRSTers (we could only get it NEXT weekend, at 10am or something... :( ) and also asked if he'd like me to arrange for some real robot demonstrations on opening day. He replied something about needing Disney approval, etc. and he just didn't "get it" that a bunch of teenagers and adults have been waiting for this movie to come out for months!
So... if you're planning on going to see the movie please wear something with FIRST on it - I used to have buttons that said "Ask Me About FIRST Robotics" - and be prepared with your "elevator speech" in case someone asks you about FIRST! |
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We emailed a bunch of the local teams here in Rochester... if you are in Rochester, meet at the Pittsford Cinema (students with ID get $1 off) for the Friday 9PM showing :) I cant wait to see it!!
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Wowsers! That animatronic WALL•E is amazing! I don't know how the actual robots scales to people in the actual film, but it was a bit larger than I was expecting. But other than that, Imagineers have the greatest job on the planet. That thing is amazing. IFI's is cutesy, and pretty nifty, but as Dave says, absolutely pails in comparison to that thing.
And, I'm also really looking forward to this movie. :p |
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Team 1089 Mercury is also doing a presentation and perhaps a demo inside our local theater.
We are supposed to have table, and, are putting up a display board, handing out brochures about our team and what F.I.R.S.T. is about. We also plan on having this years robot on display, with perhaps some form a demo, perhaps letting some the kids drive it a little or some such. And we'll be giving out "Future 1089 Member" buttons to the children along with some of the other buttons we have left. Of course we'll be there to explain, teach, enlighten, and excite anyone who's interested as well as promoting the values, goals and ideals of F.I.R.S.T. We too missed out on IRON Man and Transformers. Even though those movies were for an older crowd. We are hoping to inspire the new, younger and future ones here at this opportunity. |
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Exploding Bacon will be present and accounted for in front of the theatre in the Fashion Square Mall in Orlando. We will have robots and info.....and hopefully we will get to actually see the movie! Cant wait!
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Well so far the movie is doing well so far with the critics.
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That one doofus had to bring the rating down.
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I talked to the managers at local theaters and they said it would get too crowded. Well this sucks... :( |
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Team 811 is doing presintations all weekend using robots from past years. We have one doing a live presintation. One sitting outside the theater waving. Also, one shoot balls to little kids in the parking lot. I'm excited....
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Just came back from seeing the movie. It was VERY well done. The first 20 minutes is probably the best 20 minutes of any animated movie in history. It's a beautiful, well crafted movie that never loses its heart even when its commentary on the future human "evolution" is rather harsh and biting.
This movie gets an "A" from me. |
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Amazing movie, I LOVED IT!
I did find some of the themes to be a bit depressing. But wall-e and EVE are so CUTE! (Did I really just say that????) :D To everyone here go see it. If you like 2001 space ody you will love this. |
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Any movie with a unicycle in it has to be good, eh? :)
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Wow, this sounds quite positive. Well, I'm going to see it tomorrow, and now I feel like I can't wait even more than before... :(
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Link to vid... Now how would I go about coaxing our friends at Dreamworks to make a robot movie..... :) |
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It's official! Wall-E is a hit with critics and audiences!
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I saw it this afternoon with my girlfriend. Even if you can only catch the $1,618-a-ticket evening show, it is money well spent.
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What an absolutely charming and clever movie that shows just how great Pixar are at storytelling. There was so much being said with so little being said.
A true masterpiece! |
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I totally loved this movie (especially over Wanted which I was dragged to). It was kinda heart wrenching to me, I think I cried a little :) I want to see it again but I'll probably wait until it is out on DVD so I can watch it over and over . |
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I saw it once after graduation and then the next day with family and friends. Its just a true masterpiece. Its now one of my favorite movies.
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This movie was amazing!
I just got back from seeing it. It falls under the category of "Painfully Adorable". Wall-E is so adorable, it hurts. It's definately at the top of my list of favorite Pixar movies. I already want to see it again right now. xD |
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Saw it again with my Wife, today. The first time was with my team. No comment on how much flak i got because she was working while i was watching a movie... Anyway, very enjoyable the second time around.
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heh...I saw it Friday morning ($4.50 showing) and again Friday night with the kids, on one of their gift certificates. Neat movie, second time it's even better....
And that's definitely a unicycle....gotta look quick to see it just after wall.e falls down after getting plastered to the ceiling of his home. |
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Loved it! Especially enjoyed the little nods to Apple in this one. Anyone find the Pizza Planet truck or the other things Pixar always sneaks into their films? (John Ratzenberger doesn't count)
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EVE scans the Pizza Planet truck (in a pile of trash) shortly after arriving to earth. No sign of Dinico. Someone needs to claim their team is sponsored by B&L. How funny would that be? Put, like, Buy n' Large stickers all over the robot :D lol |
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The movie was really good, I saw it on a DLP screen that made it even better, I would recommend seeing it on one of those. |
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I saw it for FREE :). Phoenix Theatres hosted a robot parade in both Monroe and Farmington Hills for local teams. We showed off our robots to the media and a local tv station and one team (862 I think, sorry if I'm wrong) converted their VEX robot to a copy of Wall-E and it looked pretty convincing.
Thanks to the theatres for supporting FIRST and of course for a free movie. It was a great time and worth the 45 minute drive (so not quite free with $4+ per gallon) |
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What would impress me is if anyone can make a good EVE replica (san dangerous laser cannon. Though she would make an interesting Battlebot). The flying would be cool enough but how would you pull off the free floating head? |
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It is still sinking in... but I think that this is my favorite animated movie ever.
My 3 girls and I saw it Saturday night. They didn't know they were going to see it until Mary dropped us off in front of the movie. Simply put, it is an outstanding moving on many levels. However, it is better when you can take a kid (or 3) and watch it along with them. Do yourself (and others) a favor by taking a child with you to see it. As a parent, one of the most rewarding things we get to do is watch our kids discover the world and become inspired. This movie allows that opportunity. wow. Andy B. |
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WALL•E was AMAZING! OMG! :D :D
I had to go see it twice. So far I've spent 27 bucks on the WALL•E franchise by taking my brother & sister to a matinee, & then going with a bunch of friends later the same night, and I'm sure I'll spend plenty more when the movie comes out to DVD, & on some cool toys from the movie as well if I find any. lol Couple of things I picked up I haven't seen mentioned yet: Apple start-up sounds from WALL•E. iPod Video (in his room the first time he pops in Hello Dolly) Sometimes WALL•E kinda looked like E.T. in the shadows & when he was on the shuttle on his was to the Axiom, I heard a hint of what sounded like the E.T. theme. Don't know if that was intentional, but thought it was kinda cool none-the-less. I missed the Pizza Planet truck. :( I noticed the turtles as well at the end though, but didn't get the Nemo connection. I guess. ::shrugs: Also, I'm curious as to what the Theme Park folks were doing in the credits. WALL•E the ride some day? That would be cool. And, last but certainly not least, dare I say this movie is Pixar's first Romantic Comedy? :cool: Also, the cartoon at the beginning was great! Alec Azam! LOL Loved that little rabbit! :) Quote:
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I've got two more showings planned this week. :D
I've never been this excited about a movie. Transformers came close, but I wasn't as determined to see it additional times. |
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Another thing to catch:
Wall-e was "voiced" by the famous Ben Burtt (The guy who did R2-D2). Didn't he sound familiar? ;) Anyone catch a "Wilhelm Scream" in Wall-e? Burtt is famous for hiding these in most of the movies he does sound effects for. |
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My favorite scene was when Wall E was trying to keep the rain off of Eve, with an umbrella, and he kept getting hit by lightning
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[Caution: ity-bity spoiler ahead] Now that I've had a chance to digest it, one of the things that really strikes me is how Andrew Stanton was able to convey so much with "silent" dialog. Virtually all of the communication between the characters (and with the audience) is non-verbal. For now my favorite part is where WALL*E and EVE are getting to know each other and begin their relationship during her increasingly-frustrated search on Earth. I'm looking forward to finding an excuse to see it again soon. |
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Pixar movie transcend their genre and rating and no adult should ever feel they have to apologize for going to see it without kids. Their movies are that good. |
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I could have actually stopped right after "movies". :p What I really like about this movie is how strong the messages are. One hits you like a brick, but I didn't notice another one until I was closer to the end of my second time seeing it. |
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That movie......I am at a lost of words for how great it was. Pixar well never disappoint me, I want to see it as many times as my pocket would let me.
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I have heard that, to get a good feel for making great movies, watch/make them without using dialog first. You would then get used to using the best camera angles and music for each scene...and I have to agree, Wall*E is a perfect example of no dialog movie(Oh yeah, there is some dialog). |
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Got back about a while ago from seeing WALL•E for the first time.
It will take a while to think about and I would like to see it a 2nd time soon. I like the human beings. It was a big surprise to see that WALL•E could make eyebrows. Those were awesome. |
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Just got back from seeing it with my little cousins (no younger siblings for me) and it was ok. Good message and great animation. The characters are well presented but overall I'd say 7/10.
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I went to Down Town Disney to see Wall-E for the second time.
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That is so cool though, go out and display your robots there right next to him hehe |
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For those of you looking for realistic Wall-E toys, a "mere" $189 (edit - $249.99 now - ah capitalism) buys you this little guy later this year.
He's so cute, ignoring his owner's commands is almost like a "feature". :) |
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Why buy, when we can build :) I see enough leftover parts in our shop to build the basic chassis....Now all I need are some binoculars and tank tracks! ---This is what happens when your 5 year old knows you can build robots! |
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I wonder how many times Wall-E will be featured in teasers for the upcoming season.
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Team 1675 had an opportunity to demo at a local theater on Friday night and Saturday night of opening weekend. We had the FRC robot on display only, but had a couple of smaller Vex bot, including a Wall-E lookalike, for kids to drive. We had an excellent turnout both days and had several people interested in joining local Vex leagues and wondering where they can get Vex kits for Christmas =)
I've seen Wall-E twice now and I cried both times (what can I say, I'm a sucker for robot love), but as an animator, this move is beyond amazing. I've read about how they tried to mimic old sci-fi films and certain camera techniques - they actually rewrote their animating software just for this movie to achieve the perspectives and focuses...it really is a treat. I think the thing I love most about the move, though, is how overly complex everything is (a nice commentary on the flaws of the future...and present to some degree) - pay attention to how many robots are required to activate EVE. Someone forgot about KISS in the future. |
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I was laughing when EVE was being activated....I noticed that too! Although I think "technology designed by artists" has that problem more than "technology designed by engineers". In other words, it's a movie thing.
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I loved the part when Wall-E couldn't figure out which cup to put the spork in.
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