2 thumbs down for new “Turning Red” movie

[kristenabelle]

You are right! My early teens was decades ago, but I remember the excitement and angst.

Totally!!

 

[supernova]

Streaming subscriptions are worth more than ticket sales in cinemas. Less people go to the cinema, people have subscriptions for several months at least.
It's a business model to use new movies to persuade people to subscribe to Disney plus. Probably very lucrative.

I haven't seen it yet as I didn't like the trailer. The good reviews have sparked my interest and I will watch it. However I doubt I would have gone to the cinema, because I know it will end up on Disney +.

No one is subscribing to Disney+ because of this film. Perhaps you're misunderstanding the streaming model. Charging a premium on top of subscriptions is what allows Disney to make money on a film like this one. Releasing it free on a service that people already subscribe to isn't helping Disney to make more money than they would have through in-theater ticket sales.

 

[Kestryl]

I loved it, but I was a 12 year old glasses-wearing, over-achieving girl in 2002, so…

Husband liked it.

 

[tinkerhon]

I'll have to say, I'm not super interested in it - the previews remind me of Teen Wolf. But we'll probably watch it anyway.

Does have ALOT of similarities !! We really liked it, but found her friends to be really annoying ! lol--

 

[Karin1984]

No one is subscribing to Disney+ because of this film. Perhaps you're misunderstanding the streaming model. Charging a premium on top of subscriptions is what allows Disney to make money on a film like this one. Releasing it free on a service that people already subscribe to isn't helping Disney to make more money than they would have through in-theater ticket sales.

I didnt say specifically that people would sign up for this movie, but I can see I might have implied it.

My point was about having a subscription longer because of new content coming out. Maybe you think, 'should I keep Disney plus or kick it out because I have too many streaming services already.' When a new movie gets good reviews, people will keep their subscription for longer as they want to see the new good thing. Or because children see the merchandise at their friends, it is the next hot thing among kids and mom and dad don't want their precious kids feel left out. Streaming services need constant new material to keep people in.

And you do not know, you might not, but maybe this is a movie other people will subscribe for. It is too early to tell and figures about this arent released, anyway (at least I thought they are not released, or was that Netflix who doesnt share these details).

 

[VandVsmama]

Unfortunately this movie was a disappointment.

Saw the preview/trailer for it about a month ago and the kids and I said, "No thanks. We'll pass." Usually we go to see every Pixar movie on opening weekend but this one had ZERO appeal.

 

[dawnnikol]

We enjoyed it and the kids have watched it 2 times. I greatly appreciate that the movies are trying to show more cultures and some of the intricacies of family relationships and expectations.

I also appreciate the movies that are going straight to streaming instead of having to go to a theater.

 

[pigletto]

Going to watch it tonight but my dd23 watched it yesterday and loved it.

 

[4orm]

We loved it! We have a middle schooler and live in Toronto. Totally hit the mark for us

 

[Lewisc]

According to Rottentomatoes.com 95% of critics liked the movie.

Disney has been premiering Pixar films on Disney+. Retain and attract subscribers.

 

[Haley R]

Dh and I thought it started out promising but we got bored with it. Definitely not one of our favorites

 

[Jennasis]

We liked it a lot. It blew Encanto away. Liked it better than both Frozens.

 

[Aurora79]

I’m watching it now and crying. I was an overachieving, very hormonal, 13 year old girl 30 years ago with an overbearing, but loving mother, and a close group of friends. It’s just so good!

 

[browneyedgirl1683]

It didn't hold the attention for my toddler that her beloved "MA DRI GALs" does, and I do felt it got a little long. But it was pretty good, and I'm sure we will re-watch.

 

[starlite_]

News I suppose?

I meant the post itself haha, it's more of a statement wanting to be facts. I have no opinion of the movie yet since I haven't watched it.

 

[1lilspark]

It was a beautiful coming of age film but overall landed as a mid-tier Pixar movie for me compared to the previous 24 films … I’d LOVE for totb to find a way to put Mei in the Canada pavilion even subtly like the Luca chalk drawing in Italy during festival of the arts

as far as being direct to stream I think then Disney made that call the Canadian cinema market wasn’t up and running fully but I could be wrong still wish it had a 30 day theatrical exclusivity like Encanto

 

[disneydreamer1980]

We thought it was really cute. Kids loved it.

 

[shb5007]

Two thumbs up from me! Wife and I enjoyed it due to growing up in the 90's and 2000's. Our daughter is a little young for the ideal target audience, but understood the emotions theme to the movie. It caused quite a few laughs from all parties. Well done Disney!

 

[TaraS29]

I really enjoyed it and am completely baffled by reviews I’ve seen elsewhere warning about the subject matter?! My ten-yr-old son wasn’t into it though, I do feel like it’s more appealing to girls/women

 

[disneydreamer781]

The fact it went straight to D plus makes we wonder....

Huh? A lot of terrific shows went to D+. The idea is to have good content.