KnockBack, Episode 112: The Little Mermaid
Added 2020-04-02 16:00:04 +0000 UTCThe ocean is a mysterious and even scary place, but in Disney's 1989 classic animated film The Little Mermaid, it's pretty damn awesome. That's what makes protagonist Ariel's insistence on leaving her home waters for the world above so confounding... that is until she falls in love and finds the perfect excuse to live her dream. The Little Mermaid was the first film in the so-called Disney Renaissance of the '80s and '90s, and it still holds up wonderfully these few decades later. So let's examine Ariel's story, the history behind it, and the gorgeous animation that may just convince you to remain Under the Sea, even if you like your oxygen in gaseous form.
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Not to be that guy but Flounder is not a flounder. Flounder are a flat fish with eyes on one side of its body and they swim flat like a string ray. I used to go flounder gigging (a way to fish them). They are actually ugly freaks and proof god is not real haha.
Trevor Deal
2022-07-15 17:08:55 +0000 UTCPersonally I've been highly enjoying being forced to stay home as a 24 years old who's school semester ended early and my work hasn't been open since March. I've just been doing what I love most...Playing video games all day :') In a selfish way this has always been my dream scenario minus the death part lmao
Jeremy
2020-06-04 05:42:53 +0000 UTCOur sister Ali would agree with you. =)
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-17 20:51:50 +0000 UTCGreat episode! Ursula’s great, but she’s no Maleficent! For me, no Disney villain is going to beat Maleficent!
Gene
2020-04-17 07:01:43 +0000 UTCThanks for listening. =)
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-10 21:10:29 +0000 UTCLove that movie. Nice outro. Those songs are so good, so memorable. I used to play the soundtrack as a kid. Actually I remember listening to some of the songs while driving the night shift on tour with my old band to keep things light and have a silly sing along.
Kevin Tuber
2020-04-10 11:26:37 +0000 UTCI've never seen 'em, but I think Dagan likes them...?
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-10 01:41:19 +0000 UTCI'm SURE Dagan will eventually put that on the list.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-10 01:41:03 +0000 UTCYeah! Dag is a font of wisdom in these regards.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-10 01:40:53 +0000 UTC60 seconds in and, I love it! Haha. All I want to know now is... what did you think of Frozen? An episode on 1&2, and even the short films because they are fantastic as well. Would be enlightening I’m sure ;)
Solace
2020-04-08 23:45:39 +0000 UTCBruh can we please get an emporers new groove episode?
Jake Woods
2020-04-08 16:28:18 +0000 UTCHearing Dagan talk about animation and the history of disney during the 70s and 80s was so interesting. I honestly had no idea they went through all that.
Reuben Barrett
2020-04-07 23:04:37 +0000 UTCThat's a Dagan joint! Glad you liked it. Thanks for listening.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-06 00:42:25 +0000 UTCOkay, this episode was great, but that cameo at the end was awesome! What a wonderful singing voice. :)
Will Hahn
2020-04-05 02:55:36 +0000 UTCThanks for listening. =)
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-04 22:55:04 +0000 UTCThank you! <3
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-04 22:54:58 +0000 UTCLove the Disney animation episodes. Dagan really gets a chance to display his expertise and Colin has great questions
Jack Sibert
2020-04-04 01:50:54 +0000 UTC=)
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-03 21:17:34 +0000 UTCI have no idea. You'd have to ask him on Twitter!
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-03 21:17:30 +0000 UTCHe shines on every topic, but especially here!
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-03 21:17:15 +0000 UTCGreat episode, cheers lads.
Ryan Murdoch
2020-04-03 21:16:56 +0000 UTCAwesome cameo at the end 👍🏽
Joe McPartlin
2020-04-03 16:19:51 +0000 UTCDid Dagan know that The Black Cauldron was based on a book by Lloyd Alexander? It’s a part of a series; The Chronicles of Prydain. Not trying to be snarky or anything but he mentioned it along with Tolkien and it’s not a far flung comparison to make. The series was written for children, but hits on some very adult themes. I’d recommend it for him, especially if he’s ever one to read to his kiddos.
It’s only Eric
2020-04-03 11:50:36 +0000 UTCDagan’s passion on this subject is amazing. In these trying times I need more Dagan. Thank you all of CLS
Charlie Church
2020-04-03 02:39:18 +0000 UTCThat is quite the silver lining. =)
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-03 01:37:25 +0000 UTCDuring the episode, you and Dagan pondered if there was anyone that wasn't too affected or benefiting from the pandemic. I'm one of those very few people, so let me explain. My wife and I work for a public school system with an hour commute each way, her as a teacher in elementary school and myself in IT. Our 3-year-old is in full-time daycare in the tune of $214/week, our 5-year-old attends elementary school with before-and-after care to the tune of ~$75/week, and both have been ill off and on with allergy issues and whatever floats around schools and daycares. With the pandemic, our workloads are exponentially less and both able to work remotely from home. The 3-year-old's daycare is a non-profit, so they are closed for as long as the state of emergency lasts. Between 2 vehicles not driving 40-50 miles a day, a less stressful professional life, the lack of one kid in daycare and completely healthy kids, we are saving hundreds of dollars a week while still earning our normal wages. We still have the same functional issues of worrying about food, supplies, and such, but the lack of a 'rat race' is mentally wonderful. Both of us being at home gives us the ability to work, but gives us more personal time and more focus on our kids' health, education, and entertainment. Here's to hoping that someone else is finding the silver lining in this historic time.
Joey Rawlings
2020-04-03 00:59:22 +0000 UTCNever.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:51:19 +0000 UTCIs that true?! LOL.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:51:10 +0000 UTCThank you, <3
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:51:00 +0000 UTCInteresting! I'm sure we'll do Animaniacs; that's actually a show Dagan and I loved to watch together.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:50:44 +0000 UTCI had no idea he was gonna do that. =D
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:50:25 +0000 UTCI'm sorry to hear that. Time mends broken hearts. <3
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:47:41 +0000 UTCPlease stay safe out there!
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:47:22 +0000 UTCIt's definitely a jam.
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:47:10 +0000 UTCNo, actually!
Colin Moriarty
2020-04-02 23:28:58 +0000 UTCSee, gentlemen, this is why we need Dagan to talk about Avatar: The Last Airbender ;)
Caleb Greer
2020-04-02 21:39:20 +0000 UTCIt’s called Dave’s Killer Bread because they hire ex-cons to give them jobs after prison. It’s actually pretty admirable what that company does.
Nick Moss
2020-04-02 21:16:54 +0000 UTCLoved the additional content at the end! You guys are spreading tons of positivity, which is something the world really needs right now. Thank you and the CLS family (and their families) for continuing to provide us all with the good vibes, exceptional entertainment, intriguing information amidst these crazy times. Please stay safe, healthy, and well. We’re here for you as you are for us!
Jordan Dalgarn
2020-04-02 19:25:04 +0000 UTCThanks, it was a pretty nostalgic episode! Not sure if you both will be covering Animaniacs in the future but it was fascinating to learn that the live-action performer for Ariel was Sherri Stoner who voiced Slappy Squirrel in the show. There are some clips of the footage that animators used as a reference.
Duy Nguyen
2020-04-02 19:20:26 +0000 UTCWow, that epilogue was the most heart warming thing I’ve ever listened to. Thanks for lifting up my spirits as i get off my 14 hour work night at Raleys, guys. I don’t know how I could cope without you guys.
Red Head Redemption
2020-04-02 19:16:54 +0000 UTCThis is bittersweet for sure.. I literally watched this movie on Monday evening with my girlfriend. It’s her favorite movie and we watched it in 3D. When the credits rolled I literally talked about Knockback and wondered if you guys had ever done this movie because the animation is so advanced for its time. Last night, we broke things off in a civil way but it still hurts. Now seeing this post is both a joy and a dagger in my heart. In time, I’ll listen to it. Love you both. Stay safe and healthy.
Tony Rivera
2020-04-02 17:45:38 +0000 UTCI wouldn't say I'm enjoying what's going on, but work wise it's become way more enjoyable. I work for Coca Cola and service different stores in a general area. With the stay at home order it's almost calming to take care of business everyday. I think the fact that my day hasn't changed much at all except for dealing with less people keeps me relatively calm.
Rey Leija
2020-04-02 17:03:18 +0000 UTCPart of your world is the greatest Disney song ever...fight me!!! (can't wait to listen to this one, my wife still giggles at how excited I get when that song comes on haha)
Lou & Rei Loper
2020-04-02 16:12:24 +0000 UTCabout to start the episode... are the underwater castle penises discussed 🤔
Kyle Larson
2020-04-02 16:08:17 +0000 UTC
