Animated Quote by Ralph Bakshi
“One of the best animated films I've seen come out of Disney was the Tarzan movie. I wasn't crazy about the story or the design on Tarzan's face, but the traditional animation was spectacular.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Tarzan (1999) – Disney animated feature
The film’s animation is praised despite a weak narrative and character design issues
In simple terms: Visual artistry can shine even when story falls short
Key Takeaway
Appreciate craftsmanship, critique storytelling separately
Themes
art
animation
critique
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
critical
artistic
When to use this quote
- film reviews
- art classes
- animation workshops
- media analysis
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
character design
narrative structure
Questions to Reflect On
- How does animation quality affect your overall enjoyment?
- What other elements could compensate for a weak plot?
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