Has anyone seen Turtle Talk with Crush??

[kimwim8]

Has anyone seen this since it reopened (I'm assuming it reopened)?

Just wondering what has changed, and making sure it'll be open for next week!!!

 

[cathyce2]

We saw it on Saturday and it was the same as when we last saw it in September. The kids really enjoy it. Have fun!

Cathy

 

[czycropper]

I saw it on Friday and asked (since my BIL & family are going down in a couple of weeks) I was told that it was staying open through the Holiday season.

My DDs wanted to see it again & again even with the 45 minute wait we had on Friday.

Enjoy your trip.

 

[kimwim8]

Thanks!! Now I'm REALLY excited! We haven't seen it yet, and the kids don't even know about it. They are gonng love it!

 

[fdecker]

This attraction was new when we saw it and we did not know any better than to wait in a ridiculous line. It is a great thing for very young children, but I think that people should be warned exactly what this is so they aren't disappointed like we were. It is a very cool special effect where a computer generated "Crush" on a large projection screen interacts with the audience.

If it weren't for the "wow" factor of a computer animated character with lip sync and clever programmed moves like "surprise" and "run and hide" able to react in "real-time", it would be no different than a guy in a turtle costume answering questions from kids sitting in the front of the very small theater. Once you know the secret, it's a pretty easy trick, though it took a lot of computing smarts and today's fast machines with advanced graphics rendering to accomplish. Some of the secrets are published in Disney's patents over the last 10 years, so anyone can figure out the "magic" of the control system if they so choose.

Imagine a classroom with small stadium benches and a large screen up front. A cast member with a microphone introduces Crush and then he takes questions from the audience. Obviously there is another cast member with acting and improv skill and a decent SoCal surfer accent listening and watching from a hidden location. He has control over the characters movements such as lifting a flipper, spinning around, talking, etc. He will say things like "yeah Dude, the boy with the red shell (baseball cap), do you have a question?" Then if a child asks something like "how old are you", the actor can give an accurate fact about how old turles of his type can grow to be. So it is part science lesson, part child character greeting.

We hade a 1 y/o a 16 y/o and a 12 y/o. We left about halfway through as once we saw the effect to say we did, it just was not our cup of tea. I would imagine that anyone over the age of about 8 or 9 would be terribly bored and very disappointed after waiting in such a long line when they could have seen something more fun. Then again, if you have little ones and revel in their sense of wonder and can be entertained by watching their reaction, you may find it worthwhile.

 

[julia & nicks mom]

This attraction was new when we saw it and we did not know any better than to wait in a ridiculous line. It is a great thing for very young children, but I think that people should be warned exactly what this is so they aren't disappointed like we were. It is a very cool special effect where a computer generated "Crush" on a large projection screen interacts with the audience.

If it weren't for the "wow" factor of a computer animated character with lip sync and clever programmed moves like "surprise" and "run and hide" able to react in "real-time", it would be no different than a guy in a turtle costume answering questions from kids sitting in the front of the very small theater. Once you know the secret, it's a pretty easy trick, though it took a lot of computing smarts and today's fast machines with advanced graphics rendering to accomplish. Some of the secrets are published in Disney's patents over the last 10 years, so anyone can figure out the "magic" of the control system if they so choose.

Imagine a classroom with small stadium benches and a large screen up front. A cast member with a microphone introduces Crush and then he takes questions from the audience. Obviously there is another cast member with acting and improv skill and a decent SoCal surfer accent listening and watching from a hidden location. He has control over the characters movements such as lifting a flipper, spinning around, talking, etc. He will say things like "yeah Dude, the boy with the red shell (baseball cap), do you have a question?" Then if a child asks something like "how old are you", the actor can give an accurate fact about how old turles of his type can grow to be. So it is part science lesson, part child character greeting.

We hade a 1 y/o a 16 y/o and a 12 y/o. We left about halfway through as once we saw the effect to say we did, it just was not our cup of tea. I would imagine that anyone over the age of about 8 or 9 would be terribly bored and very disappointed after waiting in such a long line when they could have seen something more fun. Then again, if you have little ones and revel in their sense of wonder and can be entertained by watching their reaction, you may find it worthwhile.

Well - I am 33 - went with my inlaws and mom who are all in their 60's and we were as in love with the show as our kids

part of Disney is suspending belief and not thinking about the logistics behind the magic - lets face it - it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out how the show works

we thought it was pretty funny and were very disappointed that it was in rehab during our last trip - it is on our list of favorite attractions

 

[safetymom]

I found Crush very entertaining and I am much older than a child. Everyone I have taken to see Crush has loved it. We weren't trying to figure out how they did it but just enjoyed the show. Everyone is different. Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy it but i highly recommend it for everyone.

 

[kimwim8]

Well - I am 33 - went with my inlaws and mom who are all in their 60's and we were as in love with the show as our kids

I'm sure we'll all feel the same way!!! Thanks

 

[czycropper]

I have to agree with Julia & Nicks Mom and safetymom - my almost 8 year old DD absolutely loved it and my 11 year old cousin did as well. There were plenty of older kids (including myself (fortysomething), my 75 yo aunt & various adults in between) that loved it as well but I'm the type that doesn't look at the logistics and looks at the entertainment aspect. What's more entertaining than seeing all the kids eyes light up when Crush comes out and starts talking to them! It's about the magic !

 

[harvey]

This attraction was new when we saw it and we did not know any better than to wait in a ridiculous line. It is a great thing for very young children, but I think that people should be warned exactly what this is so they aren't disappointed like we were. It is a very cool special effect where a computer generated "Crush" on a large projection screen interacts with the audience.

If it weren't for the "wow" factor of a computer animated character with lip sync and clever programmed moves like "surprise" and "run and hide" able to react in "real-time", it would be no different than a guy in a turtle costume answering questions from kids sitting in the front of the very small theater. Once you know the secret, it's a pretty easy trick, though it took a lot of computing smarts and today's fast machines with advanced graphics rendering to accomplish. Some of the secrets are published in Disney's patents over the last 10 years, so anyone can figure out the "magic" of the control system if they so choose.

Imagine a classroom with small stadium benches and a large screen up front. A cast member with a microphone introduces Crush and then he takes questions from the audience. Obviously there is another cast member with acting and improv skill and a decent SoCal surfer accent listening and watching from a hidden location. He has control over the characters movements such as lifting a flipper, spinning around, talking, etc. He will say things like "yeah Dude, the boy with the red shell (baseball cap), do you have a question?" Then if a child asks something like "how old are you", the actor can give an accurate fact about how old turles of his type can grow to be. So it is part science lesson, part child character greeting.

We hade a 1 y/o a 16 y/o and a 12 y/o. We left about halfway through as once we saw the effect to say we did, it just was not our cup of tea. I would imagine that anyone over the age of about 8 or 9 would be terribly bored and very disappointed after waiting in such a long line when they could have seen something more fun. Then again, if you have little ones and revel in their sense of wonder and can be entertained by watching their reaction, you may find it worthwhile.

Different strokes....my 15, 13, 11, 5, and 3 yo loved it, as did dh and I. It's one of our top attractions.

 

[iluvcountry]

With all of the good reviews I can't wait to see it! When I went in July the line was really, really, really long. Probably and hour wait or so.

I am glad I didn't wait. Have crowds died down since July? If they haven't much, I'll have to choose if seeing Crush is a top priority (wait an hour or get to the parks early) or something to do when the line is short (15-20 min.).

 

[Robo]

Once you know the secret, it's a pretty easy trick,

Then I hate to imagine what you think of seeing Mickey Mouse "in-person".
I won't tell you how that is accomplished, but let's just say no actual mouse is involved.

Many magic illusions are "pretty easy" once you know the trick.

But the "magic" is in the presentation.

You know MOVIES and STAGE PLAYS aren't "real" either, but if they are effectively presented, you can suspend your disbelief and enjoy being "in the moment".

Crush is flat-out ENTERTAINING to thousands of people.
Its because "he" is a very funny, quite talented "improv" actor(s)... and the written "outline" of the show takes great advantage of contrasting the "turtle-world" where Crush resides with our own "dry" habitat.

This show would be very funny on its own if it were just a MOVIE... but it is even BETTER (much better) because it IS interactive and Crush has such a good time kidding with the "Human Dudes" (especially with the "Little Dudes").

BTW, I do know how the effects are done as I am in the digital video and production business. I'm well-over 35 years and I LOVE this show and the technology.
It is NOT a simple matter to pull this off this well.
It takes a great deal of talent, skill, and computing power.

But, you know, if you just had a HAND PUPPET behind a wall, with this material it would be very funny.

As the old saying goes, "No accounting for taste."

Long live this attraction and I hope Disney can create many others like it.

 

[Chuck S]

Turtle Talk is awesome, Dude. The little hatchlings will love it, as will the the more mature Dudes and Dudettes.

 

[Tony Toon]

Well, fdecker, at least you didn't try to convince us that Santa Claus isn't real either. Phew.

We went to see Crush a couple of times last July, ie myself, DW, DD 18, and DS 16. Why did we have to see it a second time? Because we loved it so much the first of course, even our 2 sophisticated teenagers. Come to think of it, driving in the car just the other day, my son suddenly announced out of the blue that at that moment he just fancied a trip to see Crush again.

 

[oogie boogie]

I've seen it at DLR & think it's totally kool! He even sang happy b-day 2 my daughter for her b-day a couple of months back! But replaced the lyrics with the word "dude" all the way through! HA!

 

[byoung]

No changes, still outstanding.

 

[Rella Bella]

Where is Turtle Talk?? I can't seem to place it??

 

[TDS373X]

Part of the entertainment for me anyway was listening to what the kids say. You know they say the darndest things and in the show we were in a boy maybe 8ish was asked by Crush if he could tell Crush what an object was(it was a red and white polka dot bikini top) well the little dudes answer was it's a b@@bie thing. The adults, except for his parents, were rolling and Crush was speechless for a moment but then continued on. This 40 something can't wait to see it in a couple weeks. I don't care how they make the magic I just enjoy it...and the 6 y/o loves it too.

 

[scorpad99]

We got to see Crush on the soft opening last week, and he talked to both of my kids and me! I got a kick out of it. He randomly picked my son to talk to and asked him dude, who brought you here, and he said my mom and dad, so then he said who is chalies mom, and i raised my hand. very cute! my daughter raised her hand to ask a question and got picked. Very magical day for us!!! And yes we waited in line for about an hour, and yes I thought it was very worth it!

 

[April]

We (2 adults) loved the show. It was so funny to see Crush interact with the kids. Can't wait to go again. We go to be entertained, not to try to figure out "how do they do that". (We're on vacation, Dude! )