ElmoKajaky
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Anyone know if a poll has been done of Futurama fans? Would be a nice way to show Fox that 99% of Futurama fans won't watch the show with out the original actors (or whatever the percentage is)...
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FryFangirlLisa
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« Reply #362 on: 07-27-2009 19:46 »
« Last Edit on: 07-27-2009 20:05 »
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Yeah, 'cause the last time you tried something like that, it worked so well.
Really? That's funny, considering I've never given up on the original voice actors. That's right, I'm very passionate about this sort of thing!! Also, I don't see you trying to do something good for voice actors. Hey, at least I'm doing something to try and save not only the original voice cast for Pokemon, but also the original cast of Futurama. I mean, it's not like bringing voice actors back is an impossible task. In my opinion, it's far from impossible, considering all people have to do is voice their concerns to the companies who have caused the replacement. Yeah, it's that simple, but it all depends on the fans. People actually have to be willing and dedicated to make a difference. And I strongly believe that if fans want something badly enough, they can make it happen. And to be honest, generally speaking, I can't stand to see talented voice actors get replaced on a show that they enjoy doing doing (a show that they love being a part of). It's heartbreaking to see this happen to animated shows, because a switch isn't fair to the voice actors who have worked on the show for years, nor to the fans who are familiar with hearing their voices for years. But hey, if you wanna let Fox win, if you wanna stand by and allow the original cast of Futurama to be replaced by "sound alikes", then be my guest. Just take a seat, relax, and wait until negotiations are finished. But when they announce that the original cast is being replaced, at least you can't say I didn't tell you so. Overall, I'm just saying, I think it's a good thing for fans to do something like this. Putting your time and effort into a campaign (and giving it your best shot) is way better than doing nothing about the recast. Because at least then, you can say that you've tried.
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mossy
Bending Unit
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Yeah, 'cause the last time you tried something like that, it worked so well.
Really? That's funny, considering I've never given up on the original voice actors. That's right, I'm very passionate about this sort of thing!!
Also, I don't see you trying to do something good for voice actors.
Hey, at least I'm doing something to try and save not only the original voice cast for Pokemon, but also the original cast of Futurama. I mean, it's not like bringing voice actors back is an impossible task. In my opinion, it's far from impossible, considering all people have to do is voice their concerns to the companies who have caused the replacement. Yeah, it's that simple, but it all depends on the fans. People actually have to be willing and dedicated to make a difference. And I strongly believe that if fans want something badly enough, they can make it happen.
And to be honest, generally speaking, I can't stand to see talented voice actors get replaced on a show that they enjoy doing doing (a show that they love being a part of). It's heartbreaking to see this happen to animated shows, because a switch isn't fair to the voice actors who have worked on the show for years, nor to the fans who are familiar with hearing their voices for years.
But hey, if you wanna let Fox win, if you wanna stand by and allow the original cast of Futurama to be replaced by "sound alikes", then be my guest. Just take a seat, relax, and wait until negotiations are finished. But when they announce that the original cast is being replaced, at least you can't say I didn't tell you so.
Overall, I'm just saying, I think it's a good thing for fans to do something like this. Putting your time and effort into a campaign (and giving it your best shot) is way better than doing nothing about the recast. Because at least then, you can say that you've tried.
exactly. even though i still sorta doubt them actually replacing them. its still a great idea to voice your opinion when its needed
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Svip
Administrator
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Indeed.
While I firmly believe that we will see the return of the original voice actors, and I do not expect the other thing, I am still confident that the fans should continue exactly what they are doing.
You can argue this: Regardless of what we do, Fox won't care unless money is involved.
But is it all Fox? I realise that the voice actors love and enjoy the show. And I realise they would be very pleased to see themselves return. But there is an upper limit for everyone. But if you know that there are thousands behind you supporting you, wouldn't that raise your spirit... a lot? I think it would.
As for Fox. Well, I would actually be somewhat surprised if they had no knowledge of the fans' reaction. And they know how the equation works: No viewers => no advertisers => no buyers of the show. And that is where money comes in: If the fans are boycotting, casual fans are likely to follow suit in support of the fan base as well as the voice actors. And if a show lacks a supportive fan base, you won't get sales on the show itself or from the eventual DVDs.
Oh, I think Fox is keeping taps on it.
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Svip
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« Reply #368 on: 07-27-2009 20:41 »
« Last Edit on: 07-27-2009 20:49 »
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http://tvblog.ugo.com/tv/new-futurama-on-hold-actors-fight-with-studiolol, looks like someone didn't get the memo. The only interesting in that article is this part: "The show was canceled and all the actors went on to make other commitments," said one industry insider. "It's the studio who can't decide on how to get everyone on board." Is he referring to when the show was originally cancelled or that it has been re-cancelled? Because I doubt the latter. Comedy Central is not going to be pleased! And by proxy, Viacom! Edit: By the way, for those who cares, I am working on an article on The Infosphere describing the event: http://theinfosphere.org/Recasting_ploy
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Svip
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Indeed, Binder. Re-casting Futurama's cast does in no way make economical sense. It only makes sense, if you are trying to piss people off. Which is going extremely well, by the way.
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Svip
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Why don't they just kill humanity and get it over with. It's the waiting I can't stand.
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Gorky
DOOP Secretary
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That's stupid.
Also, as you already know, Svip, I approve of the word "ploy." Nice article.
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Svip
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That's stupid.
Also, as you already know, Svip, I approve of the word "ploy." Nice article.
Why thank you. Though digging up all these articles has been something to muster. Hm. Well, it is currently well sourced.
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MightyBooshFan91
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I can see this going 3 ways from now:
1) Fox realise that the cost of replacing the VAs would be too much, make an improved offer and the voice cast comes back. (THIS IS OF COURSE THE BEST SCENARIO)
2) Matt Groening and David X Cohen cancel the series, blaming Fox for not reaching an agreement with the cast. This would also mean Fox pulling the plug as well. (THIS IS BAD, BUT NOT AS BAD AS THE NEXT SCENARIO)
3) Fox pull the creative rights away from MG and DXC and give the show to their blue-eyed boy Seth MacFarlane and bring in a new voice cast. Thus sticking two fingers up at us the fans and everyone that helped made the show as good as it is. (WORRINGLY KNOWING FOX THIS MIGHT HAPPEN, BUT FOR THE LOVE OF GOD IT BETTER NOT!!!!!!)
My thoughts on above scenarios: 1. Obviously this is the scenario everyone would like to see 2. I totally agree that this should happen if the original actors don't come back...going ahead with anyone else would be very disrespectful 3. OH GOD NOOO!!! Please don't let this happen at all....I don't want to see the Professor making fart/sex jokes for twenty minutes with no actual story
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Gorky
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I don't think MG and DXC would allow Fox to strip them of creative control, so I'm sure that if the voice actors are fired, Futurama will either be canceled or go on with a new cast but the same writers. Loyalty to the actors (something that I know the creative team has) doesn't make a difference here; DXC and MG are most likely contractually obligated to produce these 26 episodes, until Fox tells them otherwise. And Option 2 is obviously preferable to Option 3 (which is unlikely anyway, because I don't think Seth MacFarlane is that big an asshole; I'm sure he's got at least a modicum of respect for the Futurama team).
Still, I'm pretty sure this is all going to work out in the actors' favor. It just may take a while.
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Svip
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« Reply #379 on: 07-27-2009 22:49 »
« Last Edit on: 07-27-2009 22:51 »
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Say what you want about Seth MacFarlane's shows. I do it often, personally. But Seth MacFarlane himself is a pretty decent character. He spend a lot of time supporting the writers during the writers strike last year. He also cares for Futurama as well. Why else would he agree to sing for the last film? I am going to see it as option 1 or 2 being the ones happening. Only that in my version of option 2, it's Fox who cancels the show, not DXC or MG. The UGO TV article I posted earlier seemed to hint that due to the dispute, Fox have put the whole production on hold. This means only one thing: Fox wants the actors back, and without them there will be no Futurama. If they are unsure about the return of the actors, then they won't waste money on the production for now. Indeed, Binder. Re-casting Futurama's cast does in no way make economical sense. It only makes sense, if you are trying to piss people off. Which is going extremely well, by the way. It didn't really make a lot of sense to move the show's timeslot around to finally leave it in the 7 p.m. deathslot where it was preempted so many times that Fox was able to stretch four seasons out into five.
Do I have to remind you that FOX Network and 20th Century Fox Television are not the same? The Network made terrible decisions, and yet kept asking for more episodes from 20th Century Fox Television. These are not the same people at all. Much less, since they have been replaced by new people here and there.
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i_c_weiner
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Fox is committed to making money. The only way to make money is the have a good product. I think that Fox is working in what seems like their best interest, but, at the end of the day, it's all a business ploy to get the original actors back, since they'll make more money that way. I think Fox would rather cancel the show all together than go on without the original voices. I think fans would rather it too.
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Bad Asp
Crustacean
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Hmm....
Does anyone have Billy West's email address? I wanna try emailing him, to see if I get a response. If anyone knows Billy's email address, post it or PM it to me.
I think it's billy@billywest.com . Will that help?
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Frisco17
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You sure it's not billyisgreat@ilovebilly.com?
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Ralph Snart
Agent Provocateur
Near Death Star Inhabitant
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Why not just go on his forums? At http://www.billywest.com/forum/
I tried registering there once, but it currently says that registrations are suspended. What gives?
After HJS stalked him and sent him PM's that he eventually turned over to the FBI, he placed a blurb that he was locking the board to new members to keep HJS and other trolls from coming back under a different name. He probably doesn't read his PM's anymore since most of them are rubbish.
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