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Tell us what you though of the episodeStep behind the magic of 'Small Soldiers' with VFX legend John Rosengrant as he reveals the groundbreaking practical effects and puppetry that brought the film's iconic toys to life. As a key member of Stan Winston Studios, Rosengrant shares fascinating insights into creating both the military Commando Elite and the peaceful Gorgonites through a masterful blend of practical effects and CGI.After majoring in Fine Arts at Louisiana State University, Animatronic and Special Effects Makeup Character Creator John Rosengrant relocated to Los Angeles and in 1983 joined character effects maestro Stan Winston. For over two decades John played a pivotal role at Stan Winston Studio, helping to create iconic characters and groundbreaking effects. John honed his craft working on diverse projects ranging from the entire TERMINATOR series, the JURASSIC PARK series, ALIENS, PREDATOR, EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, all the way to the state-of-the-art Hybrid Special Character Effects in AVATAR. #smallsoldiersps1soundtrack #aftereffectstutorial #aftereffects #motiongraphics #joedante http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com
After four years of Bloobing, the Bloobcast finally cover a movie that's been in their crosshairs since starting the show - Joe Dante's 1998 movie Small Soldiers. They discuss the movie's strong satirical edge, how cool the Gorgonites look, the amazing Stan Winston special effects, Kirsten Dunst being a feminist icon, the main character being a bit of a wet blanket, Phil Hartman being Phil Hartman, and the absurdity of 90's teenagers being obsessed with Led Zepplin. Clips/Music Used: Small Soldiers directed by Joe Dante ReBoot created by Mainframe Entertainmnet Small Soldiers soundtrack composed by Jerry Goldsmith Silent Hill 2 soundtrack composed by Akira Yakamora Bloobcast theme composed by Rob Horrocks
Follow us on all our socials! linktr.ee/overunderpodSupport the podcast on Patreon! patreon.com/overunderpodJoin our Discord server! discord.gg/Zqev7jEnXzBusiness Inquiries: overunderpodcastshow@gmail.comIn this episode of the Over/Under Movie Podcast, we dive into the 1998 film "Small Soldiers." Join us as we explore the action-packed world of toys coming to life, led by the Commando Elite and the Gorgonites. We discuss the film's unique blend of humor, adventure, and special effects, and debate whether "Small Soldiers" is an underrated gem or falls short of its potential. Tune in as we dissect the themes of technology, warfare, and friendship in this nostalgic 90s classic. Don't miss out on this lively discussion about "Small Soldiers" on the Over/Under Movie Podcast!Grow your YouTube channel w/ VidIQ!vidiq.com/r?code=9cFKKLPodcast Hosts: Dylan DeAngelis and Jason GongIntro/Outro Music: Leva - The Vortex (Instrumental Version)Socials ---> https://linktr.ee/overunderpod
Director Joe Dante leads us into a suburban toy war. There's more to these gizmos than just plastic. Meanwhile, Alan Abernathy (Gregory Smith) and Christy Fimple (Kristen Dunst) have so much going for them – and so much in their way. Irwin (David Cross) and Larry (Jay Mohr) have created a sentient robo-army for Gil Mars (Denis Leary), and that army is gunning for these wannabe sweethearts. Chip Hazard (Tommy Lee Jones) leads the Commando Elite against Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites –and everyone who likes the Gorgonites. Combat is inevitable! There are scooter chase scenes! There are explosions! There is terror! Where did Brad go? We say thank you and goodbye to Phil Hartman and his last live action role. RTS joins in on the chaos with the Gwendy Doll army! La-Mar, Collin and Jeremy take shelter when the CE start their home assault rampage. If you know how microchips work, then microchip! MICROCHIP!
This week we finish Mega Movie Summer Series - a look at huge movies that took over the year they came out. McDonalds tie ins, toys and commercials everywhere! This week we're talking about Small Soldiers (1998). Please remember to like, comment, subscribe and click that notification bell for all our updates! It really helps us out! Watch live at: https://www.twitch.tv/heydidyouseethisone every Thursday at 8 PM EST Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Gregory Smith, Jay Mohr, Phil Hartman, Kevin Dunn, Denis Leary, Frank Langella & Tommy Lee Jones Directed By: Joe Dante Synopsis: When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst). Audio version of the show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heydidyouseethisone #smallsoldiers #family #action #comedy #heydidyouseethisone #comedy #podcast #filmreview #movies #films #moviereviewpodcast #moviereview #filmreview #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #spotify #podcaster #podcasting #podcastlife #podcasts #youtube #youtuber #subscribe #youtubevideo #like #comment #entertainment #follow #media #live #funny #life #reality #podcasthost #podcastaddict #anchorfm #spotifypodcast #inspiration #podcastnetwork #podcastcommunity --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heydidyouseethisone/message
Kit and Steve delve into the 1998 Patron requested film "Small Soldiers." They talk about the action figure commandoes coming to life to wage war against the peaceful Gorgonites in this small town. How does the movie hold up? Pickup the new LOST Streaming Things Shirt! And checkout our MERCH STORE for more Streaming Things merch! We're on YouTube! We got BRAND NEW merch! Check our our website. Email - streamingthingspod@gmail.com Instagram - @streamingthingspodofficial Twitter - @StreamThingPod or @moviesRtherapy for Chris. Mail us some stuff at our new P.O. Box! Streaming Things 6809 Main St. #172 Cincinnati, OH 45244 *This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp* This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...
(Original Airdate - July 21st, 2018) Small Soldiers is a 1998 American action comedy film directed by Joe Dante. It stars Kirsten Dunst and Gregory Smith, along with the voices of Frank Langella and Tommy Lee Jones. It depicts two factions of toys which turn sentient after being programmed with a military microprocessor, putting two families in danger when one faction ultimately turns lethal. Released on July 10, 1998, in the United States, the film received mixed reviews and grossed $87.5 million on a $40 million budget. Small Soldiers marks the last on-screen film role of Phil Hartman, who was murdered two months before the film's American premiere, and is dedicated in his memory. It was also the final film role of Clint Walker. HAIKUs-- "Toy Story. Child's Play. War. Ugh! What is it good for? Pure propaganda." -MC "Denis Leary rant. Gorgonites best at hiding. I was Nick Nitro." -Spro
Happy 4th of July to all of our favorite Junkyard Junkies! This week we're celebrating by re-visiting Joe Dante's darkly comic fantasy film Small Soldiers! This film originally invaded theaters in 1998, but is it worth unwrapping in the 21st century? Come along as we protect the peaceful Gorgonites from the Commando Elite, and YES, there will be explosions! Join the conversation! Send us your questions, comments, criticisms, or witticisms at videojunkyardpodcast@gmail.com or send a comment on the socials: Twitter - @videojunkpod Facebook - www.facebook.com/videojunkyardpodcast Instagram -videojunkyardpodcast The music and movie clips are the property of their respective creators. No infringement is intended or implied.
Big Action! Big Podcast! Small Soldiers! The Ramblin boys draw up battle plans to face Joe Dante's final - at least for now - Amblin joint, the 1998 action-adventure SMALL SOLDIERS. We assemble an elite unit made up of returning guests Rhys Edwards and Dan Kelly to assist in taking down the Commando Elite and aiding the peaceful Gorgonites, as we cover the film's production history, Burger King tie-ins, its anti-military industrial complex sentiments and the uncanny similarities to Avatar. Civilians, declare your allegiance and take on the mission - everything else is just a podcast. Read Jonathan Rosenbaum's essay on the critical reception of Small Soldiers here: https://jonathanrosenbaum.net/2022/03/at-war-with-cultural-violence-the-critical-reception-of-small-soldiers-tk/ Follow the podcast on Twitter (@RamblinAmblin) and be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Get in touch with us either via Twitter or email rambinaboutamblin@gmail.com. Please feel free to give us a 5-star review, share your favourite Amblin movies and tell us if ET makes you cry. Ramblin is created and produced by Andrew Gaudion and Joshua Glenn. A special thanks as always to Emily Tatham for the artwork, and Robert J. Hunter-Clayton & Greg Sheffield for the theme music.
We're back in the swing of things, so join us on our adventure with little-Alan-bomb-scare as we face off against the Commando Elite. Small Soldiers might well be our favourite movie in this escapade so far, so buckle in. If it launches, lacerates or detonates, we want it mobile and we want it lethile.Intro music created by Jack Parsons. Follow us on Twitter and check out our YouTube channel.
In the 37th consecutive installment of The Kings of Kill podcast Zack & Steven take on another killer request from a big supporter of the show (thanks Joe!) by diving into April Fools Day... in July. Close enough. Speaking of July, it's summertime. So, please join our ice cream argument on Twitter @kkillpodcast, follow us on Instagram at kingsofkillpodcast, and head on over to kingsofkill.com to shop our exclusive merch and request your episode today. Thanks killers! Happy birthday, Gerry! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kingsofkill/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kingsofkill/support
Three of the guys discuss the hit film “Small Soldiers”. We talk nostalgia, hear a toy story, how to make haunting toys, senses violence, & much more but don't forget I am Archer emissary of the Gorgonites.
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst).
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst).
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst).
Is Small Soldiers better than Toy Story? Probably not, but there are definitely more explosions. Join the Fellowship for our review and deep dive into Small Soldiers starring Kirsten Dunst and Tommy Lee Jones. Small Soldiers synopsis: When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst). Send us a voice message by clicking the link: https://anchor.fm/andrew-mittleman/message This episode is sponsored by Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fellowshipots/message
Welcome Reel Friends to Episode 1. It all starts here and the first Category to be drawn is "Kid Movies Fun For Adults". After deliberation, Alex and Walker settle on Small Soldiers. An action packed film of children toys going all out war in the battle between the Commando Elite and the Gorgonites. A surprisingly violent film targeted for kids through action figure toys in stores and fast food kid's meals toys. Send in your movie and category suggestions to spinthereelpodcast@gmail.com and follow our hosts on Facebook and Instagram.Sponsor Link Song: IntheRoom by rngr.https://open.spotify.com/album/2j070L3VRcdJroflYkASrg?si=935a602048024827
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tradepaperbacks/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rangerryan/message
This week, we travel back to 1998 for this children’s flick… er…. adult flick… um… MOVIE with a stacked cast and toys that go to war! It’s time for Small Soldiers! Here’s the synopsis: When missile technology is used to enhance toy action figures, the toys soon begin to take their battle programming too seriously....
One was a direct-to-video rehash of a fledgling studio's biggest success; the other, was a multimillion dollar behemoth that should have taken the world by storm. How do they compare? This is our first "VERSUS MODE" episode, and we plan to pit more comparable movies against each other in the future. Please let us know what you think! Demonic Toys, released 1992, was shot on a shoestring budget with handpuppets. These puppets would go on to make cameo appearances in The Dollman vs. The Demonic Toys, The Puppet Master vs. The Demonic Toys, Devil Dolls, The Haunted Dollhouse, and Evil Bong and ultimately get their own sequel 18 years later in The Demonic Toys 2: Personal Demons. The puppets were actually referenced in Krampus, with very similar toys, with the same penchant for bloodshed. The film was written by David S. Goyer (Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, Dark City, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Nick Fury: Agent of Shield, Blade, Blade II, Blade Trinity, Jumper, Ghostrider Spirit of Vengeance... are you seeing a theme here?). Goyer's story involves a demon, trapped in a nether realm, trying to possess the unborn, bastard child of a recently widowed police officer. Charles Band, head of Full Moon Films, produced this film, as he had 304 others. If you compiled all the budgets to his films, you still might not even total the budget of its competitor on this episode: Small Soldiers. His brother, Richard Band, did the music. Totally appropriate name, right? Now Small Soldiers had a budget of $40,000,000. It was directed by the prolific Joe Dante (Gremlins, The Howling). Stan Winston (Terminator, Predator, Alien) designed and made the titular Small Soldiers. It had the amazing orchestration of Jerry buttfucking Goldsmith (Star Trek, Jurassic Park, Rambo). The film also spawned a toy line and multiple video games. The film pits the Commando Elite (basically G.I. Joes) against the Gorgonites (kinda think Masters of the Universe... oh, and Frank Langella who played Skeletor plays the Gorgonite leader, Archer!). Blah blah, technobabble, the animatronic toys actually go crazy in an imperialist quest to subjugate and destroy the monster toys, upheaving a suburban town. Sadly, this was Phil Hartman's last film. Aside from being about 30 minutes too long, this was a decent sendoff to a comedy legend. Comedy powerhouses Jay Mohr, David Cross, and Denis Leary create a great backdrop to to a mosaic of special effects and mayhem. As we contrast the two, we discuss special effects, plot/ story, cinematography, acting, directing, music, basically everything that makes a movie not suck. If you ever have feedback or recommendations on future episodes, please let us know at slasherspod@gmail.com. You can always find us on our social media: Instagram, Twitter, Slasher App: @slasherspod Facebook: /slasherspod Reddit: u/slasherspod https://www.youtube.com/c/slasherspodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/slasherspod/support
Rewind to 1998 for an age old battle between literal toy soldiers and benevolent monster toys, Small Soldiers. Host Joey Maxey is joined by podcast padawan, Karissa Sutton, dancer and performer, Immodest Molly, and comedian Brett Haney to talk about arson, the Commando Elite, Gorgonites, and much more! The Be Kind Rewind is a part of the EaseDrop Podcast Network Follow The Be Kind Rewind on Facebook Support The Be Kind Rewind by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-be-kind-rewind
In this episode, Samantha is absolutely obsessed with Gorgonites and her poor husband has more ailments than he can count. This combines to create a crazy episode featuring bad impressions and toy love.Our trivia challenge episodes can be find on our Patreon!Donate to PodSlam NOW!
'This week' we discuss the history of a toy line that made any other toy just another toy. The Commando Elite and their battle with the Gorgonites.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/ToysWereUsPodcast)
When teenager Alan (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology. The toys, including leader Chip (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously, beginning by "killing" their enemies, the toy Gorgonites. But Archer (Frank Langella) and the Gorgonites won't go down without a fight. Alan gets caught in the middle of the war, as does his neighbor and crush, Christy (Kirsten Dunst). Remember to RATE AND REVIEW us on iTunes and to follow us on our socials! Facebook: Midnight Double Feature AND The After Party Instagram: @midnightdoublefeature Youtube: Midnight Double Feature Twitter: @mdfpod Email: midnightdoublefeature@gmail.com
This week, everything else is just a toy as Tanner creates a sequel to the 90s toys-to-life movie Small Soldiers. It's gonna be a movie, or maybe a comic book? They'll tell Lindsay all about the heroic Gorgonites, especially the leader Archer and how much their mom loves him. Also discussed are nerdy surnames, Christopher Guest's noble causes, and the decomposition of transformers toys. Our cover art is by Alex aka @ptchew, and her work can be found on ptchew.com. Our theme music is "The Metamorphosis [Instrumental]" by Osiris Saline, courtesy of the Free Music Archive. Our email is NotIfIRebootYouFirst@gmail.com. If you would like to be a guest, send us a friendship promo, or just have general feedback, feel free to contact us! If you are willing to support us financially, our Patreon can be found at patreon.com/NotIfIRebootYouFirst. Find us on twitter: @NIIRYFpod @SparkyUpstart @Lindsaym476
A movie so small and yet so big, that celebrates its 20th anniversary – we’re talking about Small Soldiers! Yes, we’re doing 1998 again. Directed by Joe Dante, Small Soldiers is an action horror movie which may lost it way settling on a target audience. When teenager and son of local toy store owner Alan Abernathy (Gregory Smith) buys a set of Commando Elite action figures, he's unaware that they have been programmed with military technology and discovers that the toys are sentient after leader of the Gorgonites Archer (Frank Langella) begins communicating and learning. The toys, including leader Commando Elite leader Chip Hazard (Tommy Lee Jones), spring to life and start taking their directives seriously; the commandos on a relentless mission to end the Gorgonites, and the Gorgonites hiding from danger and seeking their fictional home world of Gorgon.
We are the Movie Elite…everything else is just a podcast! Join Jay & Dave as they travel back to the classic war of the Commando Elite and Gorgonites in Small Soldiers!
We are the Movie Elite…everything else is just a podcast! Join Jay & Dave as they travel back to the classic war of the Commando Elite and Gorgonites in Small Soldiers!
We are the Movie Elite…everything else is just a podcast! Join Jay & Dave as they travel back to the classic war of the Commando Elite and Gorgonites in Small Soldiers!
We are the Movie Elite…everything else is just a podcast! Join Jay & Dave as they travel back to the classic war of the Commando Elite and Gorgonites in Small Soldiers!
When Chip Hazard and the Commando Elite activate their AI circuits and enter the magical nightmare world of Toy Story, it quickly becomes clear that Andy's house isn't big enough for both sets of dolls action figures. With the family away on vacation, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of Andy's toys are forced to defend themselves against the assault of the besieging Small Soldiers. Will their strategy, physical prowess, and tendency toward accepting the inevitability of death and despair lead them to victory? Or will Chip, Brick, and the rest of the Elite do to their opponents what they once completely failed to do to the Gorgonites? Sam Gasch of the Ideal Remake podcast enters the Smash Fiction arena for the first time, MeganBob insists that toys can run at supersonic speed, Claire comes up with a cohesive theory for the integration of these two movies into the same fictional universe, and as always, Toy Story breaks everybody's brain until they don't really want to live anymore. Enjoy!
This week it's Gorgonites vs. the Commando Elite in Small Soldiers.
Episode 17! In this episode Benjamin and Joey discuss Small Soldiers, the 1998 film about a young boy named Alan who gets caught in the crossfire of the war between the Commando Elite and the Gorgonites. Enjoy the conversation! #JusticeForBrad Chat with us! We love feedback! Email: AffableChat@gmail.com Twitter: @AffableChat Don't forget to rate, review, and listen on iTunes, Google, or your favorite podcast app.
SEASON ONE FINALE! Commandos Elites Vs. Gorgonites. Who will win? Oh fuck, you know this movie. Come join us for our last episode this season. Much love, The TT boys. throwbacktheaterpodcast@gmail.com
15-year-old Alan Abernathy, the son of a toy store owner, tries out some new action figures: The Commando Elite vs. The Gorgonites. But three months ago, a toy company believes it is onto something when it employs the latest government military technology in a series … Read More