tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post6019343951323454652..comments2023-10-08T07:31:49.622-07:00Comments on Anime Dub Reviews: My Neighbor Totoro (Disney and Streamline Versions)Jon Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-73891422078228515912016-09-24T11:39:40.819-07:002016-09-24T11:39:40.819-07:00Actually, the Totoro in the original English Strea...Actually, the Totoro in the original English Streamline version was voiced by Greg Snegoff who also wrote, directed and voiced the Father.Khyronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03522490888210641908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-56531438578287318442016-06-07T21:34:35.931-07:002016-06-07T21:34:35.931-07:00Her name is Cassie Byram. She actually commented o...Her name is Cassie Byram. She actually commented on a YouTube video stating how flattered she was that people preferred her singing. I had to see if it was legit, so I looked at a few singing videos on her channel and yes, it's her.roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14203442321896037400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-45589832142642400242015-12-05T03:09:45.078-08:002015-12-05T03:09:45.078-08:00I am another person that has strong feelings of no...I am another person that has strong feelings of nostalgia for the Fox dub. I still to this day have my VHS copy of the film. I still watch it with my family. <br />That being said, I have no major problems with the Disney dub. I only had minor concerns with the opening and endings songs; which you described in detail the slight "faults".<br />My other concern, coming from my own experience as an actor/voice actor: is that I feel that dubs don't necessarily need to be recast underfunded if the previous dubbing was adequately accomplished. But when the need arises to redub, I feel it would have been more appropriate to use talented (although, perhaps not well-known) voice actors; instead of immediately resorting to celebrity actors. <br />All in all, I think you made a brilliant review of this timeless film. I may have my concerns, but this is still a wonderful film that has touched so many people. For that, I cannot discredit Disney for bringing this classic to yet another generation of eager viewers.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03206360460427033433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-91696118478161358782015-09-18T19:54:26.938-07:002015-09-18T19:54:26.938-07:00"The only thing that may work against Disney&..."The only thing that may work against Disney's dub is nostalgia." Totally agree. I don't like the Disney version, but I'll be the first to admit that it's solely because I'm so attached to the Fox dub. My little brother and I watched that version so much as children, that as an adult--despite not seeing Totoro for over 15 years--when I saw the Disney version with my daughter, I immediately heard something "off" for me. Extra dialogue, unfamiliar voices...it took me out of the story. I actually stopped the movie a few minutes in, because I don't want my daughter to become familiar with the other version, haha.<br /><br />But as you said, there's nothing wrong with the Disney version at all. From what I watched, it seems like a great dub (also, I love the Fanning girls!). But I'm just too darn attached to my 90s stuff. :)<br /><br />We watched other Ghibli films as kids, but only a couple times at friends' houses (I actually never saw Spirited Away until a few years ago), so I'm not attached to any particular versions of those. And I wouldn't mind giving the Disney version of Totoro an actual watch someday, but I know I won't like it as much--as the author stated, I've pretty much already made up my mind, haha. Nostalgia can be insanely powerful.Taylornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-39766279335299229272013-05-16T09:07:59.774-07:002013-05-16T09:07:59.774-07:00Even so, nostalgia IS an understandable position, ...Even so, nostalgia IS an understandable position, and you're entitled to it. I also appreciate you don't have a problem with others who like the newer version, because that's a rarity among Anime fans online. Sometimes a lot of them can be very pushy and try to act like theirs is the only opinion that counts. You didn't come across like that, hence why I decided to have your post posted.Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-77992892519094051992013-05-16T09:06:51.722-07:002013-05-16T09:06:51.722-07:00That is understandable, but sadly that's just ...That is understandable, but sadly that's just the way things work. Personally, I have no real problems with Disney's version; to me it's just another great version of a classic tale. Not perfect, but still great. I'm just not as judgmental.Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-30859090623727325982013-05-16T07:15:01.492-07:002013-05-16T07:15:01.492-07:00I couldn't stand the new Disney dub, but I thi...I couldn't stand the new Disney dub, but I think it's more of a nostalgia issue. Hearing the new voices for me was unpleasant because it was not the version I grew up with. I have no problem with people who prefer the Disney version, I just wish the one I grew up with was more easily available for a decent price. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-85977860723327583482012-09-21T20:15:03.007-07:002012-09-21T20:15:03.007-07:00The Disney dub isn't as bad as everyone says i...The Disney dub isn't as bad as everyone says it is. Honestly the first time I watched the Disney release I didn't pay much attention and didn't even realize it was a different version. When my children and I finished watching it, I 'felt' odd, the movie didn't inspire me the way it had before. It wasn't until a second viewing that I realized the change in dialogue and voices, that's when I looked into why it was different. Honestly, and I really hate saying this, I have no idea why I like the older version more then the Disney one; it 'feels' different to me when I watch it. Crap review and/or explanation right? My opinion, if you have never seen either version, the Disney dub is excellent; if you aren't obsessive with movies or take some bizarre deeper meaning from them then either one is fine. However, if you have retarded emotions that are easily swayed by cute kids shows, like me, stick with whichever one makes you feel happier. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-49734907252835966792012-05-11T11:06:18.231-07:002012-05-11T11:06:18.231-07:00Here's my answer: While I don't have anyt...Here's my answer: While I don't have anything against the Japanese versions of Anime, especially these movies, I honestly just don't see the point in watching them in their native language. First of all, I obviously don't speak Japanese, and I actually don't really feel as though I'm taken into a whole new world by listening to a language I don't understand. On the contrary. It's very hard for me to connect.<br /><br />Secondly, I personally don't see anything wrong with watching Anime in English, especially if the dub in question is extremely good. And many of the dubs I've reviewed right here are of good to excellent quality IMO, and I feel that dubs in general get a very undeserved reputation of being inferior. From the start, I simply decided I would give dubs a chance from day one, and frankly, I don't see anything wrong with my decision at all.<br /><br />I also don't really believe there's anything remotely "better" about watching Anime in Japanese, it's just Anime in a different language.<br /><br />Finally, Miyazaki himself has said that he doesn't think the subtitled versions of his movies are anymore "authentic" than the Disney dubs. He says that viewers should watch these movies in their native language of choice, not read subtitles. With an artist making an argument like that, who am I to say otherwise? Especially since I genuinely do believe there are such things as good dubs.<br /><br />Miyazaki's movies always just "feel" as though they're meant to be in English, although mainly that's on account of the consistently top-notch dubs that Disney makes for their films. I just like them in English. That's all.Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-62266282803229035442012-05-11T10:51:24.340-07:002012-05-11T10:51:24.340-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-42718144486299274772011-04-01T21:48:23.036-07:002011-04-01T21:48:23.036-07:00I may be in the minority, but I actually prefer th...I may be in the minority, but I actually prefer the Disney version. No offence to Carl Macek, it was certainly groundbreaking for its time but the Disney version in my option updated it. I never really cared much for Cheryl Chase's Mei, reminds me way too much of Angelica.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-76402501364802552032011-02-05T06:41:16.920-08:002011-02-05T06:41:16.920-08:00I love your review Jon!!!!I love your review Jon!!!!Carlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16668775202786329097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-58851635218668586682011-01-15T19:15:28.548-08:002011-01-15T19:15:28.548-08:00Oh, I liked them all too, its just most of them ha...Oh, I liked them all too, its just most of them had at least one thing that took me out of the movie for a minute(Pazu's mature voice, Jiji's last line, extra dialog where it shouldn't be, and so on). All of them had more then enough redeeming factors to make them worth watching anyway but My Neighbor Totoro was the one where I couldn't detect any major holes, and thats why it gets the win for me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-8732237619507282252010-11-26T00:59:22.073-08:002010-11-26T00:59:22.073-08:00Is it worth mentioning that the Ghibli Blog though...Is it worth mentioning that the Ghibli Blog thought the English Dub(not sure which one) was excellent XD?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-59198118284542517512010-11-19T15:21:41.483-08:002010-11-19T15:21:41.483-08:00I don't know if I'd go that far and say it...I don't know if I'd go that far and say it's the best Disney dub, for I personally like them all, but it definitely is a noteworthy effort and doesn't deserve the backlash it gets from fans who grew up on the original. The songs are handled well in both versions, although I do feel sometimes that Sonya sounded a bit too gungho in the OP.Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-49480335462138886382010-11-19T14:47:28.446-08:002010-11-19T14:47:28.446-08:00This in my opinon is the best disney dub. The cast...This in my opinon is the best disney dub. The casting was perfect, the voice acting was great, the quite moments remain, and the orginal script remained intact. The only thing that prevents it from being perfect is the songs, which on there own are just fine, exepted the Streamline version was able to keep me as emotionally involved as the Japanese version this one suffered by comparasin.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-75775825303300609562010-10-20T19:39:52.813-07:002010-10-20T19:39:52.813-07:00Uhhhh... potent chronic? Not clear about that.
Y...Uhhhh... potent chronic? Not clear about that.<br /><br />Yeah, it DEFINITELY is the shortest of the Miyazaki films; clocking in at approximately 87 minutes. That's thirty minutes less than most of his other films. Still, the "strangeness" of the movie, to me, is only part of its charm. For me, what really came across was the relationship between the two sisters; it was so realistic and compelling. That, and Totoro himself reminds me of a guinea pig I used to own; he was every bit as gentle and cuddly as the title character (not noisy or athletic, though. :) )Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-39645121059677313062010-10-20T12:58:29.246-07:002010-10-20T12:58:29.246-07:00This movie is great, but incredibly weird. I still...This movie is great, but incredibly weird. I still believe that Miyazaki was under the influence of potent chronic when he made this film, but that'd only add to its charm. It DOES feel a little short, though.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-42020090730724584982010-06-15T19:14:08.969-07:002010-06-15T19:14:08.969-07:00@Jon Turner
If I can send my suggestions by mail,...@Jon Turner<br /><br />If I can send my suggestions by mail, where can I find your contact info? I can't seem to find it anywhere.Pierre-Oliviernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-19691000943842301562010-06-08T13:56:09.737-07:002010-06-08T13:56:09.737-07:00Ah, I have to disagree with you about My Neighbor ...Ah, I have to disagree with you about My Neighbor Totoro's greatness being unarguable. Frankly, it's one of the most plotless movies I've ever seen. It's certainly fairly atmospheric and heartwarming, but I don't think that alone is enough.<br /><br />But I suppose it doesn't really matter. Your review was, once again, very interesting and informative.Brighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09712778589176390261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-42515678987273950232010-05-29T13:20:36.470-07:002010-05-29T13:20:36.470-07:00Pierre-Olivier:
I really doubt that it is Rob Pau...Pierre-Olivier:<br /><br />I really doubt that it is Rob Paulsen, as it doesn't sound like him, and besides, only someone involved with this production can respond.<br /><br />As for suggesting a dub to review, you're welcome to do so. But you'll have to do so by way of contacting me, Prede, or Fighting Dreamer via mail, not by comments. But yes, we are definitely open for ANY suggestion, for we are, after all, dedicated to reviewing Anime Dubs.Jon Turnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17429847710275106960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8182522856736612403.post-12886917694806788322010-05-29T06:58:32.589-07:002010-05-29T06:58:32.589-07:00I remember reading somewhere that the voice actor ...I remember reading somewhere that the voice actor for Totoro in the Fox Dub is Rob Paulsen. Don't know if it's true, through.<br /><br />Can I suggest a dub to review? There's one in particular that I have in mind.Pierre-Oliviernoreply@blogger.com