Title: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Jinxie Umbra on 2014 Nov 01, 08:39:30
Post by: Jinxie Umbra on 2014 Nov 01, 08:39:30
So by now I imagine everyone has seen the movie. What did you all think of Rainbow Rocks?
I was extremely critical of the first Equestria Girls film, and put off seeing the second one because of that. But after hearing so many positive reviews I decided to watch the stream when it premiered on TV.
It was actually pretty good. :I
The songs were top notch, easily some of the best Danny Ingram has come up with to date. That alone should be reason enough to see it if you haven't already.
Aside from the music, I think my favourite part of the movie was Sunset Shimmer. Her character got fleshed out more and I seem to have taken a liking to her. In fact, I daresay I'd love to see her return to Equestria and become a recurring character in the main series. ^-^ [/spoiler]
I was extremely critical of the first Equestria Girls film, and put off seeing the second one because of that. But after hearing so many positive reviews I decided to watch the stream when it premiered on TV.
It was actually pretty good. :I
The songs were top notch, easily some of the best Danny Ingram has come up with to date. That alone should be reason enough to see it if you haven't already.
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Aside from the music, I think my favourite part of the movie was Sunset Shimmer. Her character got fleshed out more and I seem to have taken a liking to her. In fact, I daresay I'd love to see her return to Equestria and become a recurring character in the main series. ^-^ [/spoiler]
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Mizuki on 2014 Nov 02, 03:39:52
Post by: Mizuki on 2014 Nov 02, 03:39:52
When I heard the title "Rainbow Rocks" for the next EQG movie, I was hoping it would go something like this:
Basically I was pretty disappointed by the songs in the film, and while a few of them were a step up from the songs in the previous EQG movie, they just weren't as cool sounding as that first Guitar riff (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM8sPzdqyNk) that you hear when the "Rainbow Rocks" logo pops up at the beginning of those animated shorts leading up to the film. (Well, to me anyway)
That said I still enjoyed all the bits involving Sunset Shimmer that you mentioned :) Even Twilight's conflict seemed pretty relatable, even if it didn't really go anywhere. I also liked
The bad guys were pretty cool too, though I'll never understand their outfits. (Actually I don't really understand most of the outfits in EQG, but that's a discussion for another time)
All in all I found it made some improvements to the original so in my book that makes it decent ^-^
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Basically I was pretty disappointed by the songs in the film, and while a few of them were a step up from the songs in the previous EQG movie, they just weren't as cool sounding as that first Guitar riff (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM8sPzdqyNk) that you hear when the "Rainbow Rocks" logo pops up at the beginning of those animated shorts leading up to the film. (Well, to me anyway)
That said I still enjoyed all the bits involving Sunset Shimmer that you mentioned :) Even Twilight's conflict seemed pretty relatable, even if it didn't really go anywhere. I also liked
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The bad guys were pretty cool too, though I'll never understand their outfits. (Actually I don't really understand most of the outfits in EQG, but that's a discussion for another time)
All in all I found it made some improvements to the original so in my book that makes it decent ^-^
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 02, 11:57:25
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 02, 11:57:25
I have nothing against pop but I was really happy to hear dazzling songs, even yet my favorite song was awesome as I want to be and triks up my sleeve.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Etherdrone on 2014 Nov 02, 13:04:20
Post by: Etherdrone on 2014 Nov 02, 13:04:20
Speaking of Rainbow Rocks? Oh boy, I loved that movie!
I was super scared of the thought that maybe they would not do anything with Sunset Shimmer, but it turns out this movie was all about her. Considering the nature of the EQG universe, it was the best thing they could have done, having us follow her around and witness how people treat her after the first movie's events, and how she rises above their hate and becomes confident about herself again and the one to save the day in the end!
The villains' plan made sense, although we never got too far into the realms of possibility to know exactly if their singing would truly "dominate the world", but that is irrelevant. They paid witness to magic, went to CHS to eat it to become all-mighty again, and got pwnt by rainbow music. I loved their designs, and a particular Siren has quickly become a fan-favorite! I wonder when the one whose name was never said in the movie will get some love... Seriously, did you notice? Aria's name was never mentioned by anyone.
The songs are a matter of acquired taste, but I loved all of them. I have such a background of musical diversity that there's very few things I dislike, and all the musics of RR didn't fall into that side of the mirror. There's bound to be one song that you will like in this at least.
Another thing I loved is how during the music that was currently playing, things were going down. Girls were singing, and stage sabotage was happening at the same time. Dazzlings were singing "Under our Spell", cue montage of the competition! I loved how well they used their time in this!
So, yeah. This movie was the first MLP-Related thing I have ever purchased. They earned my money with this one, and I have nothing more to add. Go watch the movie, it's great.
I was super scared of the thought that maybe they would not do anything with Sunset Shimmer, but it turns out this movie was all about her. Considering the nature of the EQG universe, it was the best thing they could have done, having us follow her around and witness how people treat her after the first movie's events, and how she rises above their hate and becomes confident about herself again and the one to save the day in the end!
The villains' plan made sense, although we never got too far into the realms of possibility to know exactly if their singing would truly "dominate the world", but that is irrelevant. They paid witness to magic, went to CHS to eat it to become all-mighty again, and got pwnt by rainbow music. I loved their designs, and a particular Siren has quickly become a fan-favorite! I wonder when the one whose name was never said in the movie will get some love... Seriously, did you notice? Aria's name was never mentioned by anyone.
The songs are a matter of acquired taste, but I loved all of them. I have such a background of musical diversity that there's very few things I dislike, and all the musics of RR didn't fall into that side of the mirror. There's bound to be one song that you will like in this at least.
Another thing I loved is how during the music that was currently playing, things were going down. Girls were singing, and stage sabotage was happening at the same time. Dazzlings were singing "Under our Spell", cue montage of the competition! I loved how well they used their time in this!
So, yeah. This movie was the first MLP-Related thing I have ever purchased. They earned my money with this one, and I have nothing more to add. Go watch the movie, it's great.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: MarshyMellow on 2014 Nov 02, 15:05:17
Post by: MarshyMellow on 2014 Nov 02, 15:05:17
[My thoughts on the first movie] Even though there were severe reactions to this movie, I actually like it! ^-^ And it didn't turn out so bad, either. But there's one thing that bugs me, it's about the way Pinkie Pie explained why Twilight needed the crown in the first place. It just feels like Hasbro wanted to rush it and get it over and done :/. And I know that Pinkie Pie always does things like that, but still, that thing she did....It was a little overboard..But overall, the movie itself was great. :] [My thoughts on Rainbow Rocks] Rainbow Rocks? Hmm...Well, let's just say it's watchable movie :] . And I have to say, Hasbro did a good job on Sunset Shimmer, to. And we even got to hear her sing! :D And the ending credits had a really nice touch, to ^-^ . The villains? Well, they were not THAT bad, but at the same time, they make me feel like they had the same role as King Sombra. But they aren't so bad. Especially Sonata :D . And about that cliffhanger at the end, now, I would not jump to conclusions yet saying that there is really going to be an EQG series, because, remember that MLP:FiM Season 4 episode, Bats!, when they had a cliffhanger at the end of the episode? That kind of cliffhanger was also used in Rainbow Rocks. So we can't be exactly sure that there is going to be an EQG series. Only time can tell. Oh and by the way, has anyone noticed that the rock outfits are very different from the Rainbow Rocks clips? Can't you see the difference? And they never even used "Shake your tail" in the movie, either. Has anyone ever noticed that? That also reminds me of Tamagotchi! The Movie, were they had thease trailers and clips for the movie. But in some of them, they show things that never even happen in the movie itself..Strange, isn't it? lol Well, that's all for now, bye! [move]Shine like rainboooooooooooooows! That song though :D[/move]
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 02, 16:56:22
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 02, 16:56:22
Quote from: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 02, 11:57:25
Also:Spoiler: show
Foreshadowing!!! O:
I very much enjoyed Rainbow Rocks, and I've asked for the DVD for Christmas. :3
I loved the plot, the focus on Sunset Shimmer, the villains, some of the songs, etc.
Though, I am disappointed that the songs weren't as rock as I would've liked, given the movie's title is Rainbow Rocks, not Rainbow Pop or something.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 02, 18:10:23
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 02, 18:10:23
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 02, 16:56:22
Though, I am disappointed that the songs weren't as rock as I would've liked, given the movie's title is Rainbow Rocks, not Rainbow Pop or something.
It's Hasbro, I don't think Rainbow Pops will attract people :v
But I must admit I would have liked if fluttershy's song would have been a epic rock song lol
Just imagine it:
Dazzlings: ♫-nothing can stop us noooooow-♫
Rainbrooms:
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Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Jinxie Umbra on 2014 Nov 02, 19:31:57
Post by: Jinxie Umbra on 2014 Nov 02, 19:31:57
In regard to the improvement in quality over the original:
I imagine when Hasbro told DHX to make a movie where the ponies become teenage girls in a high school setting, the crew were as surprised as us. They got thrown into the deep end and had to try and make it work. Thus the first Equestria Girls came off as a bit haphazard and rushed.
With Rainbow Rocks the team was more prepared. Everything seemed to flow much smoother, and the level of quality this time is what we've come to expect from such a talented studio. <3
I imagine when Hasbro told DHX to make a movie where the ponies become teenage girls in a high school setting, the crew were as surprised as us. They got thrown into the deep end and had to try and make it work. Thus the first Equestria Girls came off as a bit haphazard and rushed.
With Rainbow Rocks the team was more prepared. Everything seemed to flow much smoother, and the level of quality this time is what we've come to expect from such a talented studio. <3
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Howitzer on 2014 Nov 05, 19:35:56
Post by: Howitzer on 2014 Nov 05, 19:35:56
After seeing the first EQG and being neutral on liking it, I didn't actually know what to expect with rainbow rocks, but I have to say, I LOVE IT. There was definitely an improvement in the animation, and ( for those of you that know me) converting the pop songs from EQG into rock n' roll songs with sick guitar riffs was basically all I needed. This was definitely the movie DHX needed to help stop equestria girls from diving into the ground and maybe get a few more MLP movies made.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Mizuki on 2014 Nov 06, 07:18:18
Post by: Mizuki on 2014 Nov 06, 07:18:18
Quote from: Howitzer on 2014 Nov 05, 19:35:56
After seeing the first EQG and being neutral on liking it, I didn't actually know what to expect with rainbow rocks, but I have to say, I LOVE IT. There was definitely an improvement in the animation, and ( for those of you that know me) converting the pop songs from EQG into rock n' roll songs with sick guitar riffs was basically all I needed. This was definitely the movie DHX needed to help stop equestria girls from diving into the ground and maybe get a few more MLP movies made.
I noticed an improvement animation-wise as well! :D I think the girls were much more expressive this time around. If anything they've learned how to make 'em smirk widely!
I'm still waiting to see some rock 'n' roll/metal/etc covers from the musical side of the mlp fandom xD I probably haven't been keeping a very sharp eye out yet though.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Ryo_D_Disk on 2014 Nov 06, 07:30:50
Post by: Ryo_D_Disk on 2014 Nov 06, 07:30:50
I have been working on the script for a review of this for weeks.
Each time I come up with something I always find it far to negative. This movie is not good, in my own personal opinion it is a very spiteful movie with no heart to it. Over 80% of the movie is conflict in one way or another leaving a lot of issues unresolved or without fulfilling conclusions. Musical selection is subpar, the original music was catchy and unexpected where in this its forced and contrived, however I will concede to liking one or two of the songs.
Now here comes the main issue the villains or rather the female equivalent of the diamond dogs in my opinion, three stooge like characters one bitter one controlling and one fool, nothing new to be seen here.
There are only two saving factors for this movie in general the first is the ending being so mind bendingly ridiculous you can't help but question everything. That and its enjoyable to riff on this film.
Now you may question but Ryo, Ryo with all this in mind you must have hatted the first film or not wanted this movie to be a thing. Its very much the reverse I loved the first movie and I was highly anticipating this. My issue is this the promotional material for the film is far superior to any part of the main movie itself
I will be doing a full review eventually once I work out how I can put this into a proper well balanced manner
Each time I come up with something I always find it far to negative. This movie is not good, in my own personal opinion it is a very spiteful movie with no heart to it. Over 80% of the movie is conflict in one way or another leaving a lot of issues unresolved or without fulfilling conclusions. Musical selection is subpar, the original music was catchy and unexpected where in this its forced and contrived, however I will concede to liking one or two of the songs.
Now here comes the main issue the villains or rather the female equivalent of the diamond dogs in my opinion, three stooge like characters one bitter one controlling and one fool, nothing new to be seen here.
There are only two saving factors for this movie in general the first is the ending being so mind bendingly ridiculous you can't help but question everything. That and its enjoyable to riff on this film.
Now you may question but Ryo, Ryo with all this in mind you must have hatted the first film or not wanted this movie to be a thing. Its very much the reverse I loved the first movie and I was highly anticipating this. My issue is this the promotional material for the film is far superior to any part of the main movie itself
I will be doing a full review eventually once I work out how I can put this into a proper well balanced manner
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 06, 11:11:48
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 06, 11:11:48
Quote from: Mizuki on 2014 Nov 06, 07:18:18
I noticed an improvement animation-wise as well! :D I think the girls were much more expressive this time around. If anything they've learned how to make 'em smirk widely!
Rainbow's face is always best face :v
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Quote from: Ryo_D_Disk on 2014 Nov 06, 07:30:50
Now here comes the main issue the villains or rather the female equivalent of the diamond dogs in my opinion, three stooge like characters one bitter one controlling and one fool, nothing new to be seen here.
Sonata is still cute imo :v
Anyways "the smart, the serious and the fool" is nothing new and seems like meghan use it to explain the plot in their discussions, and they don't remember me the diamond dogs, but the characters from avatar the last airbender :v
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Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 06, 15:05:32
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 06, 15:05:32
Quote from: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 06, 11:11:48Quote from: Ryo_D_Disk on 2014 Nov 06, 07:30:50
Now here comes the main issue the villains or rather the female equivalent of the diamond dogs in my opinion, three stooge like characters one bitter one controlling and one fool, nothing new to be seen here.
Sonata is still cute imo :v
Anyways "the smart, the serious and the fool" is nothing new and seems like meghan use it to explain the plot in their discussions, and they don't remember me the diamond dogs, but the characters from avatar the last airbender :vSpoiler: show
O: That's true!
I just wish the movie was longer, to be honest. It's only an hour long. They could've done more and made the plot seem a little more... I dunno... if it was an hour and a half long.
I mean, I know they got everything done just fine in an hour, but to me, it feels like everything got done too quickly. It kinda seems like everything happened over the course of two days. Two days makes for pretty short-lived villains.
Sure, the first movie took place over the course of like three days, but it didn't feel as much like it was only three days. There was more going on! And Sunset Shimmer didn't feel too short-lived because she had already been at Canterlot High for a pretty long while by the time Twilight got there. Rainbow Rocks took place over the course of two days, but it almost felt like one day. Do you get what I mean?
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 06, 15:32:21
Post by: wingedpineapple on 2014 Nov 06, 15:32:21
Quote from: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 06, 15:05:32
It kinda seems like everything happened over the course of two days. Two days makes for pretty short-lived villains.
Not is like equestrian villians takes to much time to be defeated for the mane6 :v
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I wonder if they makes a EQG3, since their magic appears when then play music, does that mean we going to have another "battle of bands"? :v
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Griffon on 2014 Nov 06, 16:32:36
Post by: Griffon on 2014 Nov 06, 16:32:36
That had been worth waiting for.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Howitzer on 2014 Nov 06, 20:26:27
Post by: Howitzer on 2014 Nov 06, 20:26:27
Quote from: Ryo_D_Disk on 2014 Nov 06, 07:30:50
Now here comes the main issue the villains or rather the female equivalent of the diamond dogs in my opinion, three stooge like characters one bitter one controlling and one fool, nothing new to be seen here.
You gotta admit, it's still good material to have three stooges-like trios. They still bring the laughs and witty insults.
(http://i.imgur.com/f5kaMDq.jpg?1) The signature says it all.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 18, 23:06:52
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2014 Nov 18, 23:06:52
I've come up with a headcanon about The Dazzlings.
In my headcanon, when they were younger, they were hated and ignored by ponies just because they were sirens. Ponies always thought they were up to no good, even if they were just trying to make friends or find somepony who would care about them.
Aria reacted by becoming cold, closing herself off, and convincing herself that she didn't need them.
Sonata reacted by trying to find a happy place in her mind.
Adagio reacted by deciding she would force ponies to pay attention to and like her.
When Aria and Sonata met Adagio, she convinced them to follow her and her plans.
I thought of this because of the lyrics in the song Welcome to the Show, as well as the fact that, at the beginning of the movie, Adagio said they were going to use Equestrian magic to make the whole world adore them. Plus, they feed on negative energy produced by conflict. Unlike changelings, they don't need to be loved. They simply want to be loved.
In my headcanon, when they were younger, they were hated and ignored by ponies just because they were sirens. Ponies always thought they were up to no good, even if they were just trying to make friends or find somepony who would care about them.
Aria reacted by becoming cold, closing herself off, and convincing herself that she didn't need them.
Sonata reacted by trying to find a happy place in her mind.
Adagio reacted by deciding she would force ponies to pay attention to and like her.
When Aria and Sonata met Adagio, she convinced them to follow her and her plans.
I thought of this because of the lyrics in the song Welcome to the Show, as well as the fact that, at the beginning of the movie, Adagio said they were going to use Equestrian magic to make the whole world adore them. Plus, they feed on negative energy produced by conflict. Unlike changelings, they don't need to be loved. They simply want to be loved.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Rissian on 2014 Nov 19, 03:22:18
Post by: Rissian on 2014 Nov 19, 03:22:18
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I kinda see what you mean when you read the lyrics closely. Makes me wonder about them a bit. I also wonder if they will be redeemed villains or still continue being jerks. Technically they're normal girls now from what Twilight said.
One of my favorite things about Rainbow Rocks was the contrast between the Siren's music and the Mane6's music, it helped nail the whole evil villain feeling of the sirens combined with their actions.
I kinda see what you mean when you read the lyrics closely. Makes me wonder about them a bit. I also wonder if they will be redeemed villains or still continue being jerks. Technically they're normal girls now from what Twilight said.
One of my favorite things about Rainbow Rocks was the contrast between the Siren's music and the Mane6's music, it helped nail the whole evil villain feeling of the sirens combined with their actions.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Snow Crystals on 2014 Dec 09, 14:54:22
Post by: Snow Crystals on 2014 Dec 09, 14:54:22
Rainbow Rocks had a good story but the music was decent. Out of stars 8 out of 10. 10 out of 10 if the music was a bit better.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Ponies991087 on 2014 Dec 12, 00:21:02
Post by: Ponies991087 on 2014 Dec 12, 00:21:02
I never really liked the 1st movie but the 2nd movie totally made up for it! I loved it! And all of it the songs, the costumes, the plot! I loved every single bit of it! :D
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Tree Sharp on 2015 Jan 24, 12:56:49
Post by: Tree Sharp on 2015 Jan 24, 12:56:49
Am I the only one mystified by the fact that there is no mention of Sunset Shimmer wanting to return to Equestria? Don't get me wrong, the plot of Rainbow Rocks makes sense to me, but only because the portal was closed all this time. I can't really see Sunset Shimmer wanting to stay in a high school if she has the option of going back to being a student of Princess Celestia, or at least going back to her home and seeing old friends.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: AquariaWave on 2015 Jan 24, 13:13:29
Post by: AquariaWave on 2015 Jan 24, 13:13:29
The little scene at the end of the credits intrugues me makes me wonder how it will effect things in the 3rd movie, same as others I deeply hope Sunset Shimmer appears at some point in season 5 :)
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 29, 05:50:03
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 29, 05:50:03
Quote from: Tree Sharp on 2015 Jan 24, 12:56:49i didn't know she had "old friends" and i don't know about you but i would still be fearful of Celestia's "Punishment" all in all i can only see her going to Equestria for awhile here and there and possibly tag teaming with Twilight in certain matters
Am I the only one mystified by the fact that there is no mention of Sunset Shimmer wanting to return to Equestria? Don't get me wrong, the plot of Rainbow Rocks makes sense to me, but only because the portal was closed all this time. I can't really see Sunset Shimmer wanting to stay in a high school if she has the option of going back to being a student of Princess Celestia, or at least going back to her home and seeing old friends.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 06:12:25
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 06:12:25
Quote from: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 29, 05:50:03
i didn't know she had "old friends" and i don't know about you but i would still be fearful of Celestia's "Punishment" all in all i can only see her going to Equestria for awhile here and there and possibly tag teaming with Twilight in certain matters
Well we all know what happened to Luna, with a name like Sunset Shimmer... I don't think she could take the heat ... If ya get my meaning
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 29, 06:38:51
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 29, 06:38:51
Quote from: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 06:12:25Now i'm scared >.<
Well we all know what happened to Luna, with a name like Sunset Shimmer... I don't think she could take the heat ... If ya get my meaning
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i honestly loved the first movie but since this topic is about the 2nd one "Rainbow Rocks"
i'll try to leave my thoughts of Eg1 in a tiny box if anyone's Interested X3
Spoiler: Thoughts Of A Dummy • show
i also loved Rainbow Rocks and y'all guessed the reason "Sunset Shimmer" of course even aside from the fact she was my favorite since the first movie
you could see her "Trying" to make up for the things shes done in the past from the very start of the movie when she was offering to help the Cutie Mark Crusaders
and i'm sure no one knew she could "Blush" X3
and if you pay close attention you can notice at least 3 Lessons Sunset Shimmer implemented into the movie for the watchers
the movie itself shows the fact others end up neglecting there so called "Friends" once they have a lot and it takes hard work to end the neglecting yet it sometimes works out when it comes to "true friends"
keep in mind i watched it in the movie house so when Maud showed up i also had a similar reaction as Sunset Shimmer and moved back in my seat
I watched all the shorts and sneak peeks before the movie even came out (and didn't get them mixed up) i also listened to the soundtrack/songs before the movie came out so i was able to quietly sing along during the movie and before watching the movie i already picked a favorite song which would be "Tricks Up My Sleeve" & "Under Our Spell" but once watching the movie i enjoyed "Better Then Ever" much more and after rewatching many times (by my own means) got some what addicted to "Welcome To The Show" & "Shine Like Rainbows" my guess is the movie house i was in the speakers were kinda messy and didn't support those 2 songs at there best theres also the fact the 1st movie house ruined "Battle of the bands" with there speakers
about the "Sneak Peeks" i read all sorts of comments under the videos and one kinda comment got me wondering more then the rest since one of my little cousins favorite show is monster high and how others mentioned how the Dazzlings reminded them of MH characters. i for one only watched like 1 or 2 episodes but i plan on giving it another chance to have more in common with my cousin maybe but they reminded me more of "The Hex Girls" given there song titles and the fact they are a "Trio" (classic by the way)
Spoiler: Image Support • show
don't forget The Hex Girls have a member by the name of "Dusk" and her colors are mostly Blueish green (the ghostly blue)
but aside from that i quickly chose Sonata as my favorite during the "Sneak Peeks" mainly cause of her Obliviousness and Adorableness but after watching the full on movie Adagio Dazzle became my Favorite Dazzling mainly cause of her role as the leader and the way she has to keep Aria in place so she knows shes still the leader
not to mention her Facial Expressions
Spoiler: Adagio's Amazing Expressions • show
she might seem to lose her cool sometimes but overall leading a unthinking team that seems to always be bickering does that to you so having to deal with that its amazing how she mostly is calm and collected
i just noticed that Adagio has the ability to control the other 2 just by body movement at times
Spoiler: Example • show
i know Flash's part is very little in the movie but for this creature i find him being there comforting in away :]
Spoiler: Cheesy love • show
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the movie itself did seem too short they should have added afew more minutes for things not regarding singing but thats just me :]
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 11:02:56
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 11:02:56
@Lync Volan
You left out the best "short" that did come from Rainbow Rocks (well the only thing I really loved about the entire Equestria Girls)
I never liked the fact that FiM and EG has no story lines that cross (well yet anyway, plus don't get me started on why they made the movies in the first place >:O).
The movie series of EG had so many plot devices deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously :I . So many plot holes never really explained, they just happen and no idea why, no rhyme or reason. Just slapped in your face like a PB and J sandwich that just seems to stick it all together... But cover up so much. :o
Plus I can't even understand why Twilight would not even take her friends to the other side? O: They do EVERYTHING together as a team, not really showing the whole "friendship is magic" meaning... Oh that's right... They don't tie the 2 series together anyway, so why not throw out the real meaning of MLP? lol
Also why do I feel the whole "friendship is magic" concept is tossed out in the movies? It's weird. :I
Sunset Shimmer is never seen in FiM and yet she has a huge story and background just in the movies and still... No story line ties to FiM series? I think Lync can agree with me on this, Sunset Shimmer needs to have a better background with FiM... Just to have her exclusive to just the EG movie series is kinda ridiculous. They go over all the enemies and important past pony's if FiM but just so happen to leave out Princess Celestia understudy? (Celestia has been around for thousands of years yet we only now know of another who studied under her wing other then Twilight just for the movies?!? ovO )
But is it late for them to even develop her story in FiM Season 5? And if not, it will have to be a very good storyline, not just tossed in your face randomness plot twist that you just have to accept because they did it (like walk through the mirror and oh look, there is Sunset Shimmer as if we knew about her all along).
Or bring her back to help out vs a enemy or something, that would just be to hard to take in and understand by any standard.
Overall if I just treat it as a standalone movie, its okay. I'm just not into pony's gone humans though.
If I wanted drama Human high school stories, I would have gotten into Monsters High or Ever After High. And that's NEVER going to happen.
You left out the best "short" that did come from Rainbow Rocks (well the only thing I really loved about the entire Equestria Girls)
I never liked the fact that FiM and EG has no story lines that cross (well yet anyway, plus don't get me started on why they made the movies in the first place >:O).
The movie series of EG had so many plot devices deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously :I . So many plot holes never really explained, they just happen and no idea why, no rhyme or reason. Just slapped in your face like a PB and J sandwich that just seems to stick it all together... But cover up so much. :o
Plus I can't even understand why Twilight would not even take her friends to the other side? O: They do EVERYTHING together as a team, not really showing the whole "friendship is magic" meaning... Oh that's right... They don't tie the 2 series together anyway, so why not throw out the real meaning of MLP? lol
Also why do I feel the whole "friendship is magic" concept is tossed out in the movies? It's weird. :I
Sunset Shimmer is never seen in FiM and yet she has a huge story and background just in the movies and still... No story line ties to FiM series? I think Lync can agree with me on this, Sunset Shimmer needs to have a better background with FiM... Just to have her exclusive to just the EG movie series is kinda ridiculous. They go over all the enemies and important past pony's if FiM but just so happen to leave out Princess Celestia understudy? (Celestia has been around for thousands of years yet we only now know of another who studied under her wing other then Twilight just for the movies?!? ovO )
But is it late for them to even develop her story in FiM Season 5? And if not, it will have to be a very good storyline, not just tossed in your face randomness plot twist that you just have to accept because they did it (like walk through the mirror and oh look, there is Sunset Shimmer as if we knew about her all along).
Or bring her back to help out vs a enemy or something, that would just be to hard to take in and understand by any standard.
Overall if I just treat it as a standalone movie, its okay. I'm just not into pony's gone humans though.
If I wanted drama Human high school stories, I would have gotten into Monsters High or Ever After High. And that's NEVER going to happen.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Crescent Sun on 2015 Jan 29, 11:34:20
Post by: Crescent Sun on 2015 Jan 29, 11:34:20
To be honest....
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D:
I love ponies, Equestria Girls it's only a way to sell new toys by hasbro because barbie have more sellings and ponies have lowered the sales. It have no connection with the main seasons.. in other words, it's a cross-over fiction to impulse sales of a certain line of toys.
Forgetting about this and seeing it as a "new movie" without connection with Mlp except in the name and the references, it doesn't apport anything new, i mean, it's just a "monster high" copy.
Sorry if i sound rude with this, but i really don't like that hasbro move. and im dissapointed about it.
...
D:
I love ponies, Equestria Girls it's only a way to sell new toys by hasbro because barbie have more sellings and ponies have lowered the sales. It have no connection with the main seasons.. in other words, it's a cross-over fiction to impulse sales of a certain line of toys.
Forgetting about this and seeing it as a "new movie" without connection with Mlp except in the name and the references, it doesn't apport anything new, i mean, it's just a "monster high" copy.
Sorry if i sound rude with this, but i really don't like that hasbro move. and im dissapointed about it.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jan 29, 11:43:08
Post by: Chishio Kunrin on 2015 Jan 29, 11:43:08
Quote from: Crescent Sun on 2015 Jan 29, 11:34:20
To be honest....
...
D:
I love ponies, Equestria Girls it's only a way to sell new toys by hasbro because barbie have more sellings and ponies have lowered the sales. It have no connection with the main seasons.. in other words, it's a cross-over fiction to impulse sales of a certain line of toys.
Forgetting about this and seeing it as a "new movie" without connection with Mlp except in the name and the references, it doesn't apport anything new, i mean, it's just a "monster high" copy.
Sorry if i sound rude with this, but i really don't like that hasbro move. and im dissapointed about it.
MLP is only a way to sell toys, too, and it always has been ever since it first started decades ago.
The first EG movie wasn't great, but I did enjoy the second one. It's good in a different way than MLP:FiM is.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Crescent Sun on 2015 Jan 29, 11:51:51
Post by: Crescent Sun on 2015 Jan 29, 11:51:51
Spoiler: show
I know.. it's just me frustrated, don't pay me attention in this :D just i don't have the same filling of "sale impulse" in MlP, it's very soft, so soft you can't notice it.. every pony have it's own personality and you learn to love each of them, even the secondary ones (who doesn't love derpy?) when seen rainbow rocks i expected it very high, as a "woah, a movie of MlP? you have to be kidding, i need to see it noooooow O:" and i got disapointed at the end... i have to be honest, im 30 and i cryed like a child seeing MlP, and maybe it was my problem expecting something huge with a movie involving the trademark of MlP.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 30, 04:28:37
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 30, 04:28:37
Quote from: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 29, 11:02:56To be honest i haven't read the comics yet but i have already heard that Sunset Shimmer's backstory is pretty much explained in them and i see Celestia as someone who doesn't like talking about her past inless its with somepony close or theres a real reason to mention it so until Equestira girls happened Celestia had no reason to mention her so probably kept it to herself besides hardly anyone mentions there mistakes just like raising a child others hate to admit raising them the wrong way and i could bet thats exactly what Celestia thought about the Incident
Sunset Shimmer is never seen in FiM and yet she has a huge story and background just in the movies and still... No story line ties to FiM series? I think Lync can agree with me on this, Sunset Shimmer needs to have a better background with FiM... Just to have her exclusive to just the EG movie series is kinda ridiculous. They go over all the enemies and important past pony's if FiM but just so happen to leave out Princess Celestia understudy? (Celestia has been around for thousands of years yet we only now know of another who studied under her wing other then Twilight just for the movies?!? ovO )
i'm gonna mention something you said "Celestia has been around for thousands of years" there for she has a HUGE backstory that should be explained yet isn't in the show itself as far as i know (not to be mean to her cause i also like Celestia) she is kinda the Princess Bubblegum of Mlp as well given her life length and the little info on her we have...we know shes reasonable and very knowledgeable but thats about it but is the reason they don't explain her backstory is because all that matters and needs explaining is how she takes care of the kingdom? and if thats the case Sunset Shimmer's backstory does not "Need" more explaining but sure would be Pleasant
theres also the idea of Nightmare moon cause Celestia didn't mention her sister Luna until she finally escaped from the moon "Tormented memories" and such is probably the reason she didn't and even though Sunset Shimmer isn't Celestias Sister i can be darn sure Celestia saw her as her Daughter thus making it a tormented memory aswell
i could also name at least 3 or 4 sensei/teachers who don't mention students who go completely rogue until they come back to bite them in the rear
Spoiler: Student & Teacher • show
and about not mentioning Dj Pon 3 i was abit tired at the time i was typing that so i forgot to mention the shorts and only mentioned the sneak peeks so "Oops" on my part X3
(~wants to read comics/books~)
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 30, 17:43:49
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 30, 17:43:49
Quote from: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 30, 04:28:37
To be honest i haven't read the comics yet but i have already heard that Sunset Shimmer's backstory is pretty much explained in them and i see Celestia as someone who doesn't like talking about her past inless its with somepony close or theres a real reason to mention it so until Equestira girls happened Celestia had no reason to mention her so probably kept it to herself besides hardly anyone mentions there mistakes just like raising a child others hate to admit raising them the wrong way and i could bet thats exactly what Celestia thought about the Incident
i'm gonna mention something you said "Celestia has been around for thousands of years" there for she has a HUGE backstory that should be explained yet isn't in the show itself as far as i know (not to be mean to her cause i also like Celestia) she is kinda the Princess Bubblegum of Mlp as well given her life length and the little info on her we have...we know shes reasonable and very knowledgeable but thats about it but is the reason they don't explain her backstory is because all that matters and needs explaining is how she takes care of the kingdom? and if thats the case Sunset Shimmer's backstory does not "Need" more explaining but sure would be Pleasant
Well I kinda got a idea and see it now (talking about it gets your gears turning in thought)
If they did go over this info before in short it would have been easier to understand... But then there would be less "shock and awe" and more "oh that's cool, I guess?" Or maybe "I saw that coming"
I think I will have to check out the comics to get some back stories and more info to tie up loose ends ^-^
Love these discussions, slowly understanding the whole Equestria Girls, even though I still don't really like how there doing the storyline... But eh, gonna have to just accept it... ovO
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 31, 06:01:50
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 31, 06:01:50
Quote from: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 30, 17:43:49"i saw that coming" is Literally what i thought when Dj Pon 3 opened that door but everyone else seemed shocked aside from her Bass cannon car whatever its called which did shock me lol
Well I kinda got a idea and see it now (talking about it gets your gears turning in thought)
If they did go over this info before in short it would have been easier to understand... But then there would be less "shock and awe" and more "oh that's cool, I guess?" Or maybe "I saw that coming"
and yes it does get your "gears turning" ^-^
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 31, 22:55:37
Post by: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 31, 22:55:37
Quote from: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 31, 06:01:50
and yes it does get your "gears turning" ^-^
Sometimes the hamster falls off the wheel, or runs too fast and then smoke billows out but its okay, I have insurance lol
Having a hard time finding any comics thus far, but I did find a website that sells digital copies, little expensive right now, will have to wait till they go on sale or something (real copies are ranging too much from first run to re-prints but eh, not that into it yet.
Oh well Season 5 will be out soon anyway, hope it ties together some loose ends, not all, need season 6 right? ovO
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 31, 23:51:01
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Jan 31, 23:51:01
Quote from: Hash Myth on 2015 Jan 31, 22:55:37i pretty much ordered all the comics/books that possibly or do regard Sunset Shimmer now i'm just waiting for my dad to bring them back from New York...i'll also be waiting for a pre ordered book that revolves around Sunset Shimmer during May 5
Sometimes the hamster falls off the wheel, or runs too fast and then smoke billows out but its okay, I have insurance lol
Having a hard time finding any comics thus far, but I did find a website that sells digital copies, little expensive right now, will have to wait till they go on sale or something (real copies are ranging too much from first run to re-prints but eh, not that into it yet.
Oh well Season 5 will be out soon anyway, hope it ties together some loose ends, not all, need season 6 right? ovO
and of course we need to make 20 Seasons all in all lol
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: NS2_Lt_Surge on 2015 Feb 04, 16:13:54
Post by: NS2_Lt_Surge on 2015 Feb 04, 16:13:54
So I finally watched this last night.
I LOVED IT!! It even got me teary eyed at the end with Sunset Shimmer getting her ears and ponytail and then seeing her writing to Twilight. I'm hopefully gonna watch it again tonight with my girlfriend since she hasn't watched it yet.
I LOVED IT!! It even got me teary eyed at the end with Sunset Shimmer getting her ears and ponytail and then seeing her writing to Twilight. I'm hopefully gonna watch it again tonight with my girlfriend since she hasn't watched it yet.
Title: Re: Afterthoughts: Rainbow Rocks
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Feb 05, 03:42:02
Post by: Lync Volan on 2015 Feb 05, 03:42:02
Quote from: NS2_Lt_Surge on 2015 Feb 04, 16:13:54that scene made me so peppy when i left the movie house and even now whenever i rewatch it...i had plans to watch it with my little cousin in my house but she seems busy with school and the likes :nod:
So I finally watched this last night.
I LOVED IT!! It even got me teary eyed at the end with Sunset Shimmer getting her ears and ponytail and then seeing her writing to Twilight. I'm hopefully gonna watch it again tonight with my girlfriend since she hasn't watched it yet.