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Post by Deboshack on May 14, 2004 1:23:39 GMT -7
Do the Animators have a favorite Director that they like to work with, and why? Because it seems as if certain shows by specific Directors have a special thread or touch that is left by that Director. Does their relationship with the artists influence the overall out come of an episode? Like say if one guys nice the show might be that much better than that of a mean Director.
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Post by Cochino Muerto on May 16, 2004 22:28:53 GMT -7
Dear Debo,
As a concerned storyboard artist, I must step in at this juncture to answer your question in a rough and fast fashion...
You ask a potentially explosive question, one that must be handled with the most delicate of gloves, as some directors may be hurt to know that they are generally not popular to work with or otherwise unsavoury.
And so I will speak in generalities. First off, you'll never get a consensus about which director is the "best" to work with.
Some are liked because they simply make the process go along without any unecessary hitches or hangups. Others are known for being tough to work for (demanding), but rewarding in that they go the extra mile to "punch-up" the show. Others can create all sorts of extra work for no damn good reason. Occasionally, you'll run into the "artiste" director, who thinks he/she is freakin' Francis Ford Coppola.
A director who waffles, whose moods and decisions change like the tides, is extremely horrific. Still others can be frustrating because they won't tell you what they don't like about the work you turned in because they are either afraid to be a pain or just would rather redo it themselves. And a very sordid few will compliment you on a job well done.
And then there is the issue of availability; it's nice to have a director who is around for you to ask questions, meet with about thumbnails, give a quick backrub, etc. Did I mention "The Hoverer"? A precious few like to look over your shoulder on a daily basis. Annoying, but necessary to keep some of us slothful storyboard artists on track. This "hovering" is sometimes symptomatic of a director who is not giving himself enough to do.
Aside from these issues, you have the issue of personality. A nice director is obviously, everything else being equal, better to deal with than a jerky feller. Some directors don't care if you have a life - they just want you to deliver the work, no matter how long it takes. Others may be considerate of your time, and adjust the work/expectations so that you're not overloaded.
As far as the "special touch" of the director, that is a question of vaguery and hypothesis - one which I shall leave to better men than myself.
I've just scratched the surface here. Perhaps one day I can put down some better thought-out essay on the matter.
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Post by 7G09 on May 18, 2004 23:59:21 GMT -7
Wow!
Cohino, I am impressed, that was dead on, Before reading your reply I was ready to add my 2 cents but you got "The Evasive", "Sybil", "The Director that goes home early", "The Vampire", "The Obsessive Neurotic", "The Lurker", "The Control Freak", "Van Gogh", " The why can't we get the same quality in 6 weeks that they get in 6 years of a feature", that pretty much sums it up. A+++++++
Fill in the blanks if i've left any out.
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Post by SlackJawedMoron on May 19, 2004 0:36:17 GMT -7
So basically, being very careful not to metion names... you hate all the directors. Convinient!  |
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Post by rikki_rakko on May 19, 2004 0:59:57 GMT -7
Guys, guys, you forgot a couple:
"Mr. Grumpy"
"The Gov"
"Ol' Shakey Hands"
"Tall, Dark and Swinton"
"The Bored Again Christian"
and my favorite,
"That Rich Moore's Got A Serious Problem"
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Post by 7G09 on May 21, 2004 1:13:41 GMT -7
What about?
"Mr. First Show"
"Ms. I Hate My Script"
"Jaded Old Timer"
"Mr. F@ckin' Animation!"
and the ever popular
"Mr. Kick Back Until I Win An Emmy Then Take All The Credit From My AD, Timers And Layout Crews Hard Work"
Thank You and Good Night.
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Post by Cap'n Clothesline on May 29, 2004 21:25:04 GMT -7
Here's a question for all of you "storyboard artists," and "layout artists," and "rikki rakkos." How come if a director takes a profound interest in making his/her show the best show that it can be...if they work their people hard (but fairly) to get the best that they can give... if they live, breathe, eat, and think about nothing else but "What can I do to make this show worthy of Network Broadcast Television...how come if a director walks around with all this weighing down on his shoulders. . . he gets labled "Mr Grumpy?" Just wondering, a**holes.  |
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Post by rikki_rakko on May 29, 2004 23:33:14 GMT -7
SurlyD,
Perhaps it's done out of love...?
Hey, he should consider himself lucky. "Mr. Grumpy" sounds cool. Try being saddled with "Mr. Cross-Dressing-Pervert-Who-Thinks-He's-So-Cool-And He-Can't-Keep-His-Office-Clean". Now that guy's got it tough.
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Post by RDS insider on May 30, 2004 5:19:16 GMT -7
Here's a question for all of you "storyboard artists," and "layout artists," and " rikki rakkos." Woooo doggies! He may have been writin' it in the plural as a joke, but it turns out our man Surly has jus' cracked wide open one of the biggest stories on this messaga board! 'Cording to my sources, rikki_rakko is not one person, but as many as 5 different peepuls who share that screen name, including a couple of futurama big wigs whose namez even the most casual of 'rama fans would recognize! That's the word from the inside! |
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Post by Flip on May 30, 2004 19:24:54 GMT -7
Dear Mr. Insider,
Eat A Dick.
luv,
flip g
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Post by rikki_rakko on May 31, 2004 15:18:18 GMT -7
Thanks Flip. That insider bulls**t has got to be the stupidest thing we I ever heard.
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Post by FloCastleberry on Jun 1, 2004 8:45:55 GMT -7
Insider? by golly you fellas can check out my "insides", if you know whut I meeean? I'm all dryd up inside boys. show your ol Auntie flo a liddul lovin, huh?
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Post by DooDooCaCa on Jun 3, 2004 12:21:17 GMT -7
Being a lurker myself, I'm gonna have to go with Flip and Rikki on this one, why would a RDS employee sign on as a lurker and talk sh!t about there own studio's site. I say "Bite a Turd" RDS Insider.
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Post by DrZoidfarb3000 on Jun 11, 2004 15:16:09 GMT -7
Since the animators are reluctant to answer, I'll throw in my fanboy two cents: 3 of my top 5 favourite episodes are Luck of the Fryrish, Time Keeps on Slippin' and Anthology of Interest I, all directed by the same person, Chris Louden. So my votes for Mr. Louden. Well done, sir! ;D
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Post by rikki_rakko on Jun 11, 2004 19:22:09 GMT -7
Good call, Zoidfarb.
Since it's obvious that the animators have nothing nice to say about the directing staff at RDS, it's better that we open this question up to the fans (who actually do appreciate the fine work of the Futurama directors.)
And by the way -- Chris Louden is a national treasure. God bless that guy.
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Post by ChuckMoore on Jun 24, 2004 22:15:13 GMT -7
Someone needs to tell the truth around here, and as Rich Moore's brother, I excepted this sacred duty.
It is so very sad, but Rich is no longer a part of our family. His sick, demented behavior could no longer be tolerated at family gatherings. The Moore family will have something to be truely be thankful for this holiday season, for Lil' Richie won't be invited.
It all started when we were little kids. At age 6, rich had his very first "pants optional" tea party. When he wasn't wetting the bed, Rich was busy shaving kittens and playing "Who's Got My Nutsack". Sick behavior. After a stint at the San Bernadino School for Wayward Boys, we were sure he would be cured. After much family anguish and two years on his Mormon mission in Botswana, nothing had changed except for his new found Babs fetish. Rich wore a dress to the senior prom and the next day we sent him off to "Art School", where he was sure to become a man.
Long story short, every time Mama sees Rich soil the family name with his ill-begotten tv credits on such filthy, unfunny shows, she breaks down in tears. He invited the family to one of his Halloween " parties" and he didn't even show up. There was a very ugly woman there dancing suggestively that looked an awful lot like Rich. It makes me sick to even think about it.
Momma cries herself to sleep every night, our sister moved to Mexico, and I languish away in Reno. Because of Rich's reputation, I can't even show my face at the Excalibur craps table in Vegas anymore. As a professional gambler, I'm ruined. I've been reduced to a few lousey games at The Nugget. If you're ever in Reno look me up, I run a few "Out-Call" girls from my office at the Whiskey Flats Inn. They give a good "massage" and I guarantee them to each way under 250 lbs.
So, "Fans", don't believe the hype. Rich Moore is a no good pervert, a cheat, and just plain sick son of a bitch.
Rich, the family is praying for you, my brother. Please give up your Hollywood dreams. come back home to Momma.
Chuck Moore
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Post by Cochino Muerto on Jun 25, 2004 0:21:03 GMT -7
Dear Rikki,
What about:
"Mrs. My Name Rhymes with Binogawa"?
-The Coch'
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Post by SlackJawedMoron on Jun 25, 2004 7:18:44 GMT -7
Sorry to hear that that new Sodom of scandel and tastelessness known as Hollywood has claimed the soul of the once proud and noble Rich Moore. I've sent him a plastic bag full of breadcumbs to help him make it throught the long, lonely nights.
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Post by rikki_rakko on Jun 25, 2004 14:36:42 GMT -7
He invited the family to one of his Halloween " parties" and he didn't even show up. There was a very ugly woman there dancing suggestively that looked an awful lot like Rich. It makes me sick to even think about it. Hey Chuck, I was at that party and saw that girl, too, but I thought she was totally hot and incredibly sexy! In regards to your "lost" brother, Rich, I say more power to him. Sure, the guy's a little unconventional and morally ambiguous, but he's always worked his heart out giving the fans his best. Do you even know what it means to make an audience of strangers laugh, cry, or think a little bit about themselves?? I don't think so, Chuck. But Rich does and he brings it to everything he touches. Not to suck up to the boss or anything, but it sounds to me like Rich is the resounding success story of the Moore clan. I hope your whole pathetic family sans Rich gets blown-up this Fourth of July. My $0.02. |
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Post by ChuckMoore on Jun 26, 2004 14:34:19 GMT -7
Success?! rikki, television is the downfall of mankind.
Once, I played the slots at the Golden Nugget for 3 days, non-stop. And I only lost $800. That's what I call success!
As for that suppossed sexy woman at the party, I will admit, she was a good kisser.
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Post by Flip on Jul 1, 2004 9:39:20 GMT -7
Hey Chuck,
fuuck you, fuuck you very much.
Flip
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Post by Doo Doo CaCa on Jul 8, 2004 1:05:28 GMT -7
Chuck,
Thank you for the insight into your brother Rich's screwed up childhood but in the future could you refrain from going off topic, this is the Favorite Futurama Director Thread.
Doo Doo CaCa
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Post by WeezyJefferson on Jul 12, 2004 22:39:22 GMT -7
Yes, I've gone to that Deluxe Apartment in the Sky, but before I go for good, I'd just like to say my favorite futurama director is the black guy. What?! You got no brother on board!  ! Honkys! |
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Post by Cochino Muerto on Jul 15, 2004 17:06:14 GMT -7
Dear Weezy,
I must correct you. We did have a an African-American director...does the name Pete Avanzino ring a bell? Hellooooooo?!
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Post by GeorgeJefferson on Jul 15, 2004 22:30:02 GMT -7
Avanzino sounds like a honky name to me! Right Weezy?
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! Honkys!