Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment

NutWrench · 08-31-2009, 11:38 AM

This displeases me. I grew up reading comics and hate to see Disney of all companies get their grubby mitts on the Marvel superheros.

On the bright side, fans who enjoy Disney movies with shallow emo characters can now look forward to all the PG-13 rated rubbish their little hearts can handle.

crunchy superman · 08-31-2009, 12:04 PM

Oh dear God! As if comic book movies weren't already dumbed down enough!

ZaphodB · 08-31-2009, 12:05 PM

That's just great. Wonder how much the characters will be "toned-down" to be Disney-fied.

Orochi Avlis · 08-31-2009, 12:50 PM

Expect the following changes:

Wolverine will be calmed down after going to anger management class;
Every villain that dies will fall off a cliff and disappear into the darkness;
There will be musical interludes;
A cute, marketable sidekick will join the X-Men;

But seriously though, even thought they bought them, it doesn't mean they will change anything. Disney has several child companies that create and distribute M rated movies and games. The new Turok was published by one of Disney's child companies.

Thief · 08-31-2009, 04:21 PM

Awesome! Now we can look forward to G rated Marvel flicks with huge budgets! Then again, Disney did allow the multiple hangings scene at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, there may still be hope.

Paroxysm · 08-31-2009, 08:14 PM

Disney is a pretty far reaching company guys. There is no reason to expect any "dumbing down".

ryche · 08-31-2009, 08:31 PM

I'm curious to see how Pixar/Marvel will work if they'll do anything like that.

Ironside · 08-31-2009, 11:07 PM

I foresee some semi cool computer animated films but nothing to spectacular. Its got to be better then the current Xmen crap, I hate that shit.

wayskobfssae · 09-01-2009, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paroxysm

Disney is a pretty far reaching company guys. There is no reason to expect any "dumbing down".

*coughMuppetscough*

hightreason · 09-01-2009, 12:46 AM

Ah, I heard about this, I'm not really a fan of either company any more, in earlier times they were great, but now they both don't appeal to me that much - especially disney with their Emo/Beanie-Bopper crap, as for Marvel, maybe I just outgrew them.

It still saddens me, a lot of companies are getting bought or disappearing this year, and it's not good.

Kristian Joensen · 09-01-2009, 05:28 AM

Two comments on this I saw at Shacknews:

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Before everyone panics...

Disney owns more shit than you probably realize.

The litmus test has always been that Disney owns Miramax, which put out Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill.

Disney owns ABC which had NYPD Blue on for twelve years (granted, it's pretty tame compared to The Shield but still)

Disney owns the Muppets, but you don't see them whoring those properties out with Mickey Mouse and shit.

I'd bet money that Iron Man 2 comes out as planned with a PG-13 rating and no mention of Disney whatsoever.

And:

Quote:

For what its worth, I'm friendly with a few artists and writers who do work for Marvel and DC. They're not particularly concerned. One mused "Oh. The branding on my check might change"

Kennerado · 09-01-2009, 05:39 AM

Disney is VERY far reaching, into the porn industry even. (I'm serious).

Kalki · 09-01-2009, 05:50 AM

http://www.comicsalliance.com/2009/0...means-for-you/

http://kotaku.com/5349732/the-disney...ed-like-to-see

Rider · 09-01-2009, 05:59 AM

Hehe, awesome!

OT: I'm not too worried either. Disney would be stupid to mess with a formula that's been proven to work (i.e. Iron Man) they're not exactly dumb fu**s.

JackpotDen · 09-01-2009, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kennerado

disney is very far reaching, into the porn industry even. (i'm serious).

prophecy holder · 09-01-2009, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wayskobfssae

*coughMuppetscough*

OMG MUPPETS X-MEN SIGH ME UP FOR THAT.

Seriously, that would be hilarous. To Kaiki, hilarous pictures.

Opus131 · 09-01-2009, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Paroxysm

Disney is a pretty far reaching company guys. There is no reason to expect any "dumbing down".

As if comic books could actually go any lower.

ZaphodB · 09-01-2009, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opus131

As if comic books could actually go any lower.

Quite a few "comic books" are of a higher level of eduction than a lot of so-called "books". Let's stay on topic shall we?

Opus131 · 09-01-2009, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZaphodB

Quite a few "comic books" are of a higher level of eduction than a lot of so-called "books".

Come again?

John · 09-01-2009, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opus131

Come again?

Troll again? Have you ever actually had anything insightful to say?

ZaphodB · 09-01-2009, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opus131

Come again?

Reading impediment have you? Many a comic book have a more thought out in depth story than a lot of so-called "books" like a lot of the romantic novels by Harlequin Romance for example. Don't be such an elitist.

Amakou · 09-01-2009, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opus131

As if comic books could actually go any lower.

Nowhere in this post does he even imply that books are any "higher." So, HE'S not the one trolling...

TOPIC:

Quote:

Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment

OH ****...

~Amakou~

John · 09-01-2009, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amakou

Nowhere in this post does he even imply that books are any "higher." So, HE'S not the one trolling...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Opus131

As if comic books could actually go any lower.

Nothing to contribute to the actual discussion, he just felt the need to post his impeccable opinion about comic books and their level of standards. And you say he isn't trolling?

Anyways, Disney has been known to make room for more mature content in the past, I just hope as well that they have 0% influence on the future of Marvel.

dan2091 · 09-01-2009, 07:47 PM

Alright, all I have to say is that I hope there aren't mayor chances to the Marvel universe which is the thing that maybe most people will care about. I hope nothing changes regarding artists and well if they're going to produce movies, I'd like to point out something. Pixar's films have been succesful in the past but, at least what I'm looking after, is at live action films of all the ol' Marvel characters, sure Marvel produces animated films but what interests me is how they manage to translate their stories to real life, with real actors, with emotions and well, keeping the fiction too.
I'm not saying Pixar's films are not hearted films, definitely no, but as I said, what interests me is how they translate it to real actors in a live action film.

Well, to the off-topic discussion here.. I know some people don't see comics the way people who like them see them. I told my ladyfriend I was reading Maus and everything about it, and how is that it's the only comicbook to win a Pulitzer. But still when I say to her I'm reading it she gets angry 'cause I'm wasting my time on 'it'.
So, here's an easy example on how relevant a comicbook can be, but at the same time how underappreciated they are.

prophecy holder · 09-01-2009, 08:53 PM

I can see the hulk singing while he smashes stuff:

"Hulk will smash this, he will crash this and bash this all Dayyyyyyyyy. He will break it and destroy it but Hulk will live another day lalalalalallalala I'm gonna smash that car over there *over where* lalalalalalalala.

NutWrench · 09-04-2009, 10:47 PM

A topical Fark thread! "Photoshop what the Disney - Marvel merger will look like"
Lot's of funny pictures.

09-01-2009, 05:50 AM	#13
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08-31-2009, 11:38 AM	#1
NutWrench	Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment This displeases me. I grew up reading comics and hate to see Disney of all companies get their grubby mitts on the Marvel superheros. On the bright side, fans who enjoy Disney movies with shallow emo characters can now look forward to all the PG-13 rated rubbish their little hearts can handle. __________________ "You can only be young once, but you can be immature forever" Last edited by NutWrench; 08-31-2009 at 11:40 AM.

08-31-2009, 12:04 PM	#2
crunchy superman	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Oh dear God! As if comic book movies weren't already dumbed down enough! __________________ Atari collection

08-31-2009, 12:05 PM	#3
ZaphodB	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment That's just great. Wonder how much the characters will be "toned-down" to be Disney-fied. __________________ "If there's ANYTHING larger than my EGO I want it shot and killed right now" - Zaphod Beeblebrox This Public Service Announcement brought to you by: "The People Who Have NO Idea What's Going On" (TPWHNOIWGON) We thank you for ignoring it.

08-31-2009, 12:50 PM	#4
Orochi Avlis	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Expect the following changes: Wolverine will be calmed down after going to anger management class; Every villain that dies will fall off a cliff and disappear into the darkness; There will be musical interludes; A cute, marketable sidekick will join the X-Men; But seriously though, even thought they bought them, it doesn't mean they will change anything. Disney has several child companies that create and distribute M rated movies and games. The new Turok was published by one of Disney's child companies. __________________ PSN Handle: Orochi_Avlis 3DR Forums Steam Group My Steam Stats

08-31-2009, 04:21 PM	#5
Thief	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Awesome! Now we can look forward to G rated Marvel flicks with huge budgets! Then again, Disney did allow the multiple hangings scene at the start of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End, there may still be hope. __________________ We choose our profession in defiance of the greed of the monarchy. We will not live for the sake of taxes to fatten the nobles' pockets. We choose to live the only life available to those who would truly be free. We are Thieves. Last edited by Thief; 08-31-2009 at 09:49 PM.

08-31-2009, 08:14 PM	#6
Paroxysm	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Disney is a pretty far reaching company guys. There is no reason to expect any "dumbing down". __________________ I demand a fiddle contest! Don't think of me as an idiot... I'm so much more.

08-31-2009, 08:31 PM	#7
ryche	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment I'm curious to see how Pixar/Marvel will work if they'll do anything like that. __________________ {<- machines have no conscience ->} {<- “Shoot him!” They say, Who will be the killer? Who will be the winner? ->}

08-31-2009, 11:07 PM	#8
Ironside	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment I foresee some semi cool computer animated films but nothing to spectacular. Its got to be better then the current Xmen crap, I hate that shit.

09-01-2009, 12:46 AM	#10
hightreason	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Ah, I heard about this, I'm not really a fan of either company any more, in earlier times they were great, but now they both don't appeal to me that much - especially disney with their Emo/Beanie-Bopper crap, as for Marvel, maybe I just outgrew them. It still saddens me, a lot of companies are getting bought or disappearing this year, and it's not good. __________________ High Treason (My Website) (My YouTube) Punk's not dead - and nor is Duke! Last edited by hightreason; 09-01-2009 at 12:46 AM. Reason: I felt like editing it, alright?

09-01-2009, 05:39 AM	#12
Kennerado	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Disney is VERY far reaching, into the porn industry even. (I'm serious). __________________ "Mark it ZERO!"

09-01-2009, 05:59 AM	#14
Rider	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Hehe, awesome! OT: I'm not too worried either. Disney would be stupid to mess with a formula that's been proven to work (i.e. Iron Man) they're not exactly dumb fu**s. __________________ Duke4.net - Duke's OTHER home. HeadbangersFM - The station that keeps your head banging! ------------- She's pretty, not "damn-she's-making-my-noodle-dance-samba"-pretty, but still very pretty... - Micki!

09-01-2009, 07:47 PM	#24
dan2091	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment Alright, all I have to say is that I hope there aren't mayor chances to the Marvel universe which is the thing that maybe most people will care about. I hope nothing changes regarding artists and well if they're going to produce movies, I'd like to point out something. Pixar's films have been succesful in the past but, at least what I'm looking after, is at live action films of all the ol' Marvel characters, sure Marvel produces animated films but what interests me is how they manage to translate their stories to real life, with real actors, with emotions and well, keeping the fiction too. I'm not saying Pixar's films are not hearted films, definitely no, but as I said, what interests me is how they translate it to real actors in a live action film. Well, to the off-topic discussion here.. I know some people don't see comics the way people who like them see them. I told my ladyfriend I was reading Maus and everything about it, and how is that it's the only comicbook to win a Pulitzer. But still when I say to her I'm reading it she gets angry 'cause I'm wasting my time on 'it'. So, here's an easy example on how relevant a comicbook can be, but at the same time how underappreciated they are. __________________ Ça voulait dire tu es jolie... -Charles Aznavour Last edited by dan2091; 09-01-2009 at 07:50 PM.

09-01-2009, 08:53 PM	#25
prophecy holder	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment I can see the hulk singing while he smashes stuff: "Hulk will smash this, he will crash this and bash this all Dayyyyyyyyy. He will break it and destroy it but Hulk will live another day lalalalalallalala I'm gonna smash that car over there over where lalalalalalalala. __________________ "Ding, dong! Joker here! Here's what's new in the asylum... Some idiot is running around dressed like a bat...! I know! Crazy! He should be considered costumed and dangerous."

09-04-2009, 10:47 PM	#26
NutWrench	Re: Disney acquires Marvel Entertainment A topical Fark thread! "Photoshop what the Disney - Marvel merger will look like" Lot's of funny pictures. __________________ "You can only be young once, but you can be immature forever"