Post by musicradio77 on Jan 22, 2006 21:07:06 GMT -5
I know you fans remember this film. "Teacher's Pet" was the film version based on a Disney TV show of the same name. It stars Nathan Lane. In my point of view, I've never watched the TV version of "Teacher's Pet", the movie version was not all that bad. Someone has commented on IMDb 2 years ago where they had to say this:
"Disney's Teacher's Pet" is one of the last tastes of classic hand drawn animation you'll get from Disney, as they are going to start focusing on CGI films. Too bad they aren't going to make another film like this one.
"Teacher's Pet" is based off the Emmy-Award winning (and now cancelled) TV show, which depicts the adventures of a dog named Spot who desperately wants to be a boy. So, he dresses up in pants, glasses, and a beanie, dons the name Scott, and goes to school everyday with his master, Leonard Helpermen.
The movie continues Spot's obsession with becoming human in what you could call an altered version of "Pinocchio" (which the film references a number of times). Spot (voiced by Nathan Lane) has been left at home depressed as his owner, Leonard (Shaun Fleming) and his mother, Mrs. Helpermen (Debra Jo Rupp), have left on a vacation to Southern Florida. At the same time, Spot learns of a mad scientist in Florida, Dr. Ivan Crank (voiced by Kelsey Grammer), who supposedly can turn animals into humans. So, Spot stows away with his family, disguised as his alter ego, Scott, to make his dream come true. Leonard, however, just wants to have his dog, but Spot ignores his request and still wants his wish. What he wants, and what he gets, however, are two totally different things. When he gets to the mad doctor, he gets turned into, not a boy, but a middle-aged man, because that's what he is in dog years (you know, he actually looks a lot like Nathan Lane).
Sure, the story may seem like some cookie-cutter material, but the way it portrays it is pretty original. The attitude of the movie starts out pretty cute in the beginning, but it slowly gives in to some pretty edgy (and sometimes dark) humor. The movie's screenwriters have experience, as their past work includes the 80's sitcom "Cheers". Now, unless you have a very low sense of humor (or have Dateline addicted parents), then the humor can suit almost anybody. (Oh, and if you're wondering my age, I'm 14). Some parents might shudder at some acts in the movie, like mentioning the number of the devil, and Scott's attempt to seduce Leonard's mom into marrying him so he can still be with his (former) master.
The animation is done by artist, Gary Baseman, who's known for his (let's say "different") animation style. Everything in the movie looks great from the crazy looking animated movements to the weird-looking character models.
Of course, like most Disney movies, it has the singing. Now, these aren't songs that Disney praises because they're done by famous song icons, which turn the film into a concert with a story line attached. It's more of a Broadway showtune musical. The songs are catchy, sung great, and feature great choreographed animation. I just don't like the frequent rate of the songs. I never really did for most Disney movies.
The voice-acting is also great. Besides the previously mentioned names, the cast includes Jerry Stiller (as the angry parrot, Pretty Boy), David Ogden Stiers (as the neurotic cat, Jolly), Paul Reubens, Meagen Mullally, Estelle Harris, and Rob Paulsen.
Considering some of the movies that Disney has recently released, this one carries on a Disney tradition of family-friendly films while infusing it with some twisted humor, great animation, and stellar voice-acting. Kids will dig it, but yet it's funny enough to keep even older people interested. So, if you think this movie is a just for kiddies, grow up, go see it, and have a good laugh. A great movie, and a nice last taste of animated comedy from Disney.
I saw it on Encore last year. Comments?
"Disney's Teacher's Pet" is one of the last tastes of classic hand drawn animation you'll get from Disney, as they are going to start focusing on CGI films. Too bad they aren't going to make another film like this one.
"Teacher's Pet" is based off the Emmy-Award winning (and now cancelled) TV show, which depicts the adventures of a dog named Spot who desperately wants to be a boy. So, he dresses up in pants, glasses, and a beanie, dons the name Scott, and goes to school everyday with his master, Leonard Helpermen.
The movie continues Spot's obsession with becoming human in what you could call an altered version of "Pinocchio" (which the film references a number of times). Spot (voiced by Nathan Lane) has been left at home depressed as his owner, Leonard (Shaun Fleming) and his mother, Mrs. Helpermen (Debra Jo Rupp), have left on a vacation to Southern Florida. At the same time, Spot learns of a mad scientist in Florida, Dr. Ivan Crank (voiced by Kelsey Grammer), who supposedly can turn animals into humans. So, Spot stows away with his family, disguised as his alter ego, Scott, to make his dream come true. Leonard, however, just wants to have his dog, but Spot ignores his request and still wants his wish. What he wants, and what he gets, however, are two totally different things. When he gets to the mad doctor, he gets turned into, not a boy, but a middle-aged man, because that's what he is in dog years (you know, he actually looks a lot like Nathan Lane).
Sure, the story may seem like some cookie-cutter material, but the way it portrays it is pretty original. The attitude of the movie starts out pretty cute in the beginning, but it slowly gives in to some pretty edgy (and sometimes dark) humor. The movie's screenwriters have experience, as their past work includes the 80's sitcom "Cheers". Now, unless you have a very low sense of humor (or have Dateline addicted parents), then the humor can suit almost anybody. (Oh, and if you're wondering my age, I'm 14). Some parents might shudder at some acts in the movie, like mentioning the number of the devil, and Scott's attempt to seduce Leonard's mom into marrying him so he can still be with his (former) master.
The animation is done by artist, Gary Baseman, who's known for his (let's say "different") animation style. Everything in the movie looks great from the crazy looking animated movements to the weird-looking character models.
Of course, like most Disney movies, it has the singing. Now, these aren't songs that Disney praises because they're done by famous song icons, which turn the film into a concert with a story line attached. It's more of a Broadway showtune musical. The songs are catchy, sung great, and feature great choreographed animation. I just don't like the frequent rate of the songs. I never really did for most Disney movies.
The voice-acting is also great. Besides the previously mentioned names, the cast includes Jerry Stiller (as the angry parrot, Pretty Boy), David Ogden Stiers (as the neurotic cat, Jolly), Paul Reubens, Meagen Mullally, Estelle Harris, and Rob Paulsen.
Considering some of the movies that Disney has recently released, this one carries on a Disney tradition of family-friendly films while infusing it with some twisted humor, great animation, and stellar voice-acting. Kids will dig it, but yet it's funny enough to keep even older people interested. So, if you think this movie is a just for kiddies, grow up, go see it, and have a good laugh. A great movie, and a nice last taste of animated comedy from Disney.
I saw it on Encore last year. Comments?