191. Meet the Robinsons

Pull up on that yellow strap—it’s time to open the vault! This week, Eddie and J.B. take a trippy trip to the future (and the past) to review Walt Disney Animation’s 2007 feature, Meet the Robinsons. In this episode, the guys break down one of the most chaotic chapters in Disney history, discussing:The Pixar Takeover: How John Lasseter’s arrival in 2006 led to scrapping 60% of this film just a year before its release. Style vs. Substance: A look at the "disjointed" animation style that borrowed from The Incredibles and William Joyce’s original book, A Day with Wilbur Robinson. A "Trippy" Experience: Why the guys felt like something might have been "slipped into their drinks" while watching singing frogs, talking T-Rexes, and a family that defines the word "zany." Villainous Revelations: Their take on Bowler Hat Guy and the "big reveal" that arguably came far too late in the story. The Soundtrack Save: Discussing the massive "needle drops" from artists like Rob Thomas, All-American Rejects, and the Jonas Brothers.Is this Disney's "Black Cauldron moment," or does it stand up better than Chicken Little? Join J.B. and Eddie as they explore the humanity (or lack thereof) in this futuristic "car crash" of a classic. Subscribe to Honey, We Made a Disney Podcast for your weekly dose of Disney nostalgia and a tour through history, one magical film at a time.