Ep 80. Honest Trailers - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)

In this episode of Honest Trailers, we take a look at the 2014 live-action adaptation of the beloved "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" franchise. The trailer begins by acknowledging the nostalgia factor of the franchise, but quickly takes a turn for the critical as the narrator points out the film's inconsistencies with the original source material.

The trailer focuses on the film's visual effects, noting that the turtles' appearance is more menacing than the familiar, cartoony characters that fans grew up with. The narrator also calls attention to the fact that the turtles are given noses, which he calls "turtle nostrils," as if this was a strange and unnecessary addition to their design.

The trailer touches on the film's convoluted plot, which involves an evil scheme to poison the entire city of New York. The narrator laments that the film doesn't leave enough room for character development or exploration of the turtles' relationships with each other. He also points out that the turtles seem to lack the humor and charm that made them so endearing in the original cartoon series.

One of the more entertaining aspects of the trailer is when the narrator goes off on a tangent about the character of April O'Neil, played by Megan Fox. The trailer points out that Fox's portrayal of the character is underwritten and lacks any real depth or history. The narrator ponders why the filmmakers didn't choose to make the character a successful journalist, like in the cartoon series, rather than a lowly TV reporter.

Despite its criticisms, the trailer does acknowledge some positive aspects of the film, such as the impressive action scenes and the chemistry between the turtles themselves. The trailer also notes that the film does manage to capture some of the spirit of the original series, even if it's not as successful in its execution.

Overall, the "Honest Trailers" take on "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" is a witty and insightful critique of the film's shortcomings. The trailer is sure to delight fans of the original series while also providing some valuable criticisms for those working in the film industry. Whether you loved or hated the 2014 adaptation, this "Honest Trailer" is definitely worth a watch.