The FULL Movie Trailer for Disney’s The Princess and the Frog

[GreenScar]

Aug 5

Princess and the Frog Comic-Con Video Test

Surfacing on You Tube today was a rather interesting The Princess and the Frog clip. It’s being called the ‘Comic-Con Video Test’ so despite being a rare /Film-er not at SDCC, I’ll take their word for it and assume that’s where the clip originated. Rather than just being more footage from the film (which, frankly, would still have sucked me in right away) it is something a little more special. In this clip you can see several shots from the film in pencil test form. We’ve embedded it below the break.

A ‘pencil test’ is described thus on Wikipedia (well, at the moment anyway):

Here’s the clip: Click the title above to check it out

Some of the later shots show the integration of line drawing with computer generated FX work or lighting (compare with the image at the head of this post). As there’s no audio, I think I’m going to assume a live commentary was provided in Hall H for the lucky thousands. Any of you remember what was said? Or do I have to wait for the Blu-Ray?

I’m particularly interested in the ‘creeping shadows’ shot. Are those hand-animated over a CG background? It would seem so. And there definitely appears to be some computer assistance going on with ripples around wading feet, bouncing logs and with the chop-chop-chop food preperation.

It’s a tricky one, blending CG work with cel animation but it’s looking good so far. Disney pioneered this sort of cross breeding many moons ago, of course - with Basil the Great Mouse Detective, I believe. They used a computer to animate series of cogs in that one, if I remember correctly. Look how it’s all grown up now!?

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So what do you think?

[PH3AR]

It looks ok, but i dont think i saw a Disney movie i didnt think suck, i usually just cant get into them probally for my age but they are always good,may watch if little cousin gets it and watches it

[Blu-Ron]

Nice to see some good 'ol traditional animation. It actually looks pretty good. Date movie for me and the wife!

[EricJ]

No matter what material they're given, John Musker & Ron Clements have their own innate mutant ability to never make a bad Disney animated. EVER.

(And yes, I remember the initial trailers to "Hercules" and "Treasure Planet", too, and why do you think "Great Mouse Detective" was the only "good" pre-Mermaid 80's one?)

[BellesPrince]

I think it looks awesome!

Yayyyy, 2D is back.

And we've got a new Princess too at last.

[SquidPuppet]

I like the twist. Music sounded very cool.

[assydingo]

2d animated musical. That's all I needed to know.

[P@t_Mtl]

I am looking forward to this one, it as a feel of the old Disney animation style, something we have not seen in a while.

[GreenScar]

Here's the poster:

[masoud90]

100 percent going to see it...I have been waiting on this movie for a long time!

[STARSCREAM]

Love the poster!

[FindYourWay]

I'm intrigued! Looking forward to this.

[GreenScar]

Princess and the Frog Comic-Con Video Test

Surfacing on You Tube today was a rather interesting The Princess and the Frog clip. It’s being called the ‘Comic-Con Video Test’ so despite being a rare /Film-er not at SDCC, I’ll take their word for it and assume that’s where the clip originated. Rather than just being more footage from the film (which, frankly, would still have sucked me in right away) it is something a little more special. In this clip you can see several shots from the film in pencil test form. We’ve embedded it below the break.

A ‘pencil test’ is described thus on Wikipedia (well, at the moment anyway):

Here’s the clip: Click the title above to check it out

Some of the later shots show the integration of line drawing with computer generated FX work or lighting (compare with the image at the head of this post). As there’s no audio, I think I’m going to assume a live commentary was provided in Hall H for the lucky thousands. Any of you remember what was said? Or do I have to wait for the Blu-Ray?

I’m particularly interested in the ‘creeping shadows’ shot. Are those hand-animated over a CG background? It would seem so. And there definitely appears to be some computer assistance going on with ripples around wading feet, bouncing logs and with the chop-chop-chop food preperation.

It’s a tricky one, blending CG work with cel animation but it’s looking good so far. Disney pioneered this sort of cross breeding many moons ago, of course - with Basil the Great Mouse Detective, I believe. They used a computer to animate series of cogs in that one, if I remember correctly. Look how it’s all grown up now!?

[Gamma_Winstead]

Two bad the first 2d movie in a while looks like a stinker.

[uziel5000]

A bit off topic but I have to say...

Greenscar, great job of keeping us up to date on all things all the time dude. I sure appreciate it, You truly are a Blu Ray Champion.

[GreenScar]

Wow, Thanks!

[mikejet]

Looks like a grand ol' time down South. I want to hear a song though.

[Gamma_Winstead]

Originally Posted by uziel5000

A bit off topic but I have to say...

Greenscar, great job of keeping us up to date on all things all the time dude. I sure appreciate it, You truly are a Blu Ray Champion.

I'd say, Movie champion.

Cause he doesnt really post anything about blu-rays.

[Lord_Stewie]

Hey,

Conjuring the Villain Featurette: A Little featurette discussing the Villain in the story.

Walt Disney Animation Studios has provided CartoonBrew with an exclusive behind-the-scenes featurette for The Princess and the Frog titled “Conjuring the Villain”.

In the video, supervising animator Bruce Smith (Bebe’s Kids, The Proud Family) discusses the character of Dr. Facilier, the villain of the film, and how voice actor Keith David influences the animators work and the character’s performance. David is shown performing and being directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. There are also some brief bits of pencil tests and color footage.

I’m really hoping to love this film but the voodoo doctor character is one of a few things which has me unsure. Watch the video embedded after the jump.

Enjoy.

[Lord_Stewie]

Hey,

UPDATE:

SEPT, 8TH:

FULL TRAILER NUMBER 2

Walt Disney Animation Studios has released a second trailer (the theatrical trailer) for The Princess and the Frog. This is Disney’s return to hand-drawn animation, a new take on E.D. Baker’s novel The Frog Princess (which was actually the original title of the film). If you haven’t seen the teaser trailer, check that out here.

The Walt Disney Studios continues its fairy tale legacy in animation by taking moviegoers on an all-new “once upon a time” musical adventure. Set in the legendary birthplace of jazz – New Orleans, The Princess and the Frog will introduce the newest Disney princess, Tiana, a young African-American girl living amid the charming elegance and grandeur of the fabled French Quarter. From the heart of Louisiana’s mystical bayous and the banks of the mighty Mississippi comes an unforgettable tale of love, enchantment and discovery with a soulful singing crocodile, voodoo spells and Cajun charm at every turn.

Featuring the voices of Anika Noni Rose (as Princess Tiana), Oprah Winfrey, Keith David, Jim Cummings, John Goodman, Jenifer Lewis, Bruno Campos, Michael-Leon Wooley, Peter Bartlett and Terrence Howard. Directed by and based on an original story written by Disney’s acclaimed filmmaking duo John Musker & Ron Clements (The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Hercules). Scored and music written by Oscar®-winning songwriter/composer and New Orleans native Randy Newman (Toy Story, Monsters, Inc.).

Watch the trailer in high definition on Yahoo. The Princess and the Frog hits theaters with a limited run in New York and LA starting on November 25th, followed by a wide release on December 11th.

Enjoy.