Everyone has their favorite scenes. What are yours? You can name one, many, or
all.
For me, it would have to be [i]100
Mile Dash[/i]. You can’t beat lightning speed – the drama and suspense of that particular scene just
made my adrenaline “rush”, so to speak.
I have this thing with speed – I always want more of
it; hence, this moment in the film, The Incredibles, has remained one of my top ten
favorite parts in this production.
Great topic, The Star Swordsman.
Well, the 100 Mile Dash is indeed one of the most energeic, intense scenes in
the movie. The speed is only one part of that wonderfully done scene.
The Star Swordman - Indeed – speed is but only one of
the many aspects involved in that particular moment.
I also see these:
1) Discovery - Dash discovers exactly how much power he really has, and as
his knowledge of his ability increases, so does his talent and confidence.
2) Effects - The lighting, shadows, and special effects involved in those
exhilarating moments of Dash’s escape all the more intensify the context and experience of the scene.
Yes, interesting. Most interesting…
And the inside emotion of cheering Dash on. And the explosions. And the wonderful animation. You can’t have
the special effects without good animation.
And you can’t have good animation without story. 
My favorite scene hapens to be. . . well. . . the entire movie. I can talk in detail about any
scene.
[b]The Star
Swordsman[/b] - You should. I’d love to hear your take/opinions on [i]The
Incredibles[/i]. Would you like me to pick a scene?
Of course! I would love to have discusions on Incredibles scenes. We must get people
to join us as well. That way, it be fuull out fun, and everyone will not be left out.
The Star Swordsman - Heheh
– well, since you sound so excited about it, I’ll start immediately.
[i]A Talk with
Violet[/i] -
Here, I am refering to the scene in which Helen “Elastigirl” Parr
encourages Violet to expose who she really is. This moment takes place outside of the cave that Helen and her
children take refuge in on the island of Nomanisan.
Questions of Interest:
-
Do you favor this particular scene? If so, why?
-
Do you believe that this moment between Helen
and Violet was handled appropriately? (Ie.: Should Helen have been more strict? Did Violet gain her confidence a
little too early?)
- What makes this scene “stronger”? Is it the lighting and effects, the
mood, or the interactions that take place between mother and daughter?
That ought to keep you busy. Have
fun. 
Well
my favorite part really is the beginning Glory Days scene where they show what it was like when there were all
these Supers about…
Mitch: To answer your questions:
- Yes, I love this scene. One of the
reasons why is because it featured my top two favorite characters in the entire movie. Both look so cute and
wonderful. In addition, this scene also was beautifully animated and simulated. Look at Violet’s hair when Helen
pushed it back. From the time when both ran out of the cave, to when Violet placed her mask on and gazed up into
the moon. Also this scene blew me away because I can connect it to my life. I was once a shy, insecure boy. I
just need to believe in myself.
2)Yes I do believe it was handled appropriately. But you must consider
this. Violet was under a lot of pressure. She failed to form a force field to save herself and her family. Now
she was needed to be counted on to look after Dash, with her in charge. If Helen was more strict on her, Violet
probably would’ve broken down. Because Helen was calm and confident with her daughter, Violet found the inner
strength inside. And I don’t think she gained her confidence too early. I think it was the right time.
I don’t know. I think everything was done perfectly. Maybe add more lines from both Helen and Violet. Maybe a
kiss on the forehead from Helen to Violet. My final suggestion for blocking would be Violet about to sob before
she looks down at her mask. When she looks up, she wipes away her tears, and then puts a determined look on her
face and the her mask on. Light was perfect. The light from the full moon shining down on her. And maybe a winde
blowing. . . I don’t know. I’m not the director.