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"Animation is tough. you have to REALLY love it and put be willing to put all your energy into it. Do NOT do it for the money. DRAW, go to SCHOOL, WATCH FILMS..."
I'm keeping this quote and passing it along to every single person I know who is interested in getting involved in animation. He has the right of it.
"With Pucca... There wasn't much time for nice long shots of scenery or deep emotional acting or tangental gags just for fun."
This contrast lends evidence for one of FiM's strongest aspects: full-length 22-minute episodes. So much room to present concepts and developments that couldn't otherwise occur.
"If at all possible, we try to cast the right writer to the story that suits that person best, or if they express interest in writing that episode."
Another thing I've noticed, quite clearly, as the show went on: certain writers write certain characters quite differently. I can definitely who knows how to write Rainbow Dash, Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie...heh, apparently, EVERYone can write Rarity. =S
"Hmm, well then I would have to say a full length theatrical feature film in CGI. BUT the CGI would be rendered to look just like the 2D designs. It can be done, and look awesome."
......All. Of. My. Money. For the rest of my life. Take it!!!
"I like the episodes that really make you feel something genuine. But i'm sure fans will disagree."
Perhaps, but I certainly do not disagree. Well said, in my view, Mr. Thiessen.
"So thanks for noticing, and thanks for building such an awesome community around it. It's every director's dream to be a part of a show with a following like this. Without you, we are nothing."
You're *extremely* welcome, Jayson. Likewise, without you and the rest of the FiM team, we would never have united like this in such strong support of your excellent creation. Thank you, sir. Thanks to ALL of you. Stay awesome - and thanks for all the ponies. ^_^
So! This interview. Is absolutely fantastic. In every possible way. Phoe! Congratulations to you! You really did a magnificent job coordinating and crafting it. =) You stay awesome as well! Hugs? Hugs. ~hugs~
Jul 11, 2011, 11:19:20 PM
Posted to Interview: Jayson Thiessen (Friendship is Magic Director)