Jimtopia 2008-08-03 23:40:47

-I prefer flashes to be right on the 5-6 minute mark.

-I like stand alone flashes unless the author is really good at telling a long story.

-I think Action Comedy and Drama go well together when you balance them properly, like; don't establish a cartoon as a comedy and then get all dramatic, and don't just throw together a bunch of action scenes with no drama.

Emanhattan 2008-08-03 23:41:22

- Do you prefer long flashes (6-10 minutes) or short flashes (2-5 minutes)?

I rather see more shorts, after a while, any cartoon can bore you. Its all about deciding when should it be smaller and when should it be longer.

- Do you enjoy cliffhanger flashes (Multiple flashes telling a single story), or stand-alone flashes (One that tells the whole story)

cliffhangers, but when they are executed properly (like xombie and others)

- Feelings on mixed-genre flashes like Devil-Slayer, which have Action, Comedy, and Drama elements?

Im afraid I am not the man to answer that question lol

nice art btw.

MRat 2008-08-03 23:53:44

First, I find it deplorable that you would ask questions such as these, sir. Surely you know that applying intentional restraints to a cartoon you will yield lesser results.

Instead of asking an audience which lengths they prefer, you should be asking yourself what length is it that this story needs to be told in. Instead of asking an audience if they like a multi-part series or a stand alone cartoon, you should be asking yourself if the story itself should be told as a serial or in a one shot. Instead of asking an audience about a mixed genre series, you should ask yourself if a number of genres blended together make this story proper and better.

Second, because I'm a nice guy, I'll answer your questions anyway.

1) It depends. If I feel the story should have been told in a short time frame I like it short but if I feel the story was crammed into a shorter frame I prefer it to be long.

2) If cliffhangers enhanced the experience and were part of what made the story great then I love that approach. If a stand alone cartoon worked to its best in one go, then that's what I like to see.

3) If the drama, comedy, romance, porn, etc. enhance the production and blend well then that is very nice. If a multitude of tones and touches work to the cartoons detriment, then I am not interested.

There you go.

flashmac 2008-08-04 01:59:43

1) Shorts flashes. They keep my attention and you don't have to wait as long for the next one.

2) Cliffhangers, it makes people want to see more if done correctly.

3) Mixed-genre are the best way to go for me cause if executed right, you have a little something for everyone.

I really like part 4 btw ;)

Luis 2008-08-04 02:37:07

I would say just listen to the inner voice of your flash.. it will govern how long a movie needs to be to feel 'comfortable'.... some movies require 10 mins worth of animation .. some you can deliver in 2 mins worth.. its all unique to your movie.. iwouldnt even bother popping up the question... look through your storyboards and concept and it should give you a sense of how long your movie needs to be..
if it doesnt then your storyboarding is weak and you need to spend more time filling in gaps ... at some point youll realize your movie feels just right.

Its a very personal choice and one that you should feel totally comfortable with.

Egoraptor 2008-08-04 04:25:12

It's not really a question of whether or not I prefer these things more as much as I think it takes different approaches to get them right. Whether it's long or short doesn't really concern me if it draws me on fairly quickly. Typically shorter animations do that inherently considering they end soon, but if a flash is long it needs something that keeps me involved. I do think you're under quite a bit more pressure to do that considering we're talking about flash movies, a fleeting form of entertainment where typically your viewers aren't in it to sit down and enjoy a 30 minute spectacular. Usually a lot of flash artists who make longer flashes aren't really capable of keeping my attention simply because the storytelling is mediocre, but if you can pull that off I'm always willing to give the whole movie a go.

It's just in how you present it is all.

gnrbl 2008-08-04 12:01:46

I prefer flashes as ridiculously long as possible that actually complete a story rather than be done in several parts. Action, comedy, and drama can do together quite well if executed properly. It seems that you have been maintaining a good balance so far.

sorbitol 2008-08-04 13:24:01

You're beginning to sound like a marketing man who is desperate to tick all the boxes just for the sake of appealing to some imaginary demographic rather than doing thing that YOU feel is right.

But as I'm waiting for the kettle to boil I will answer your questions:

1. I personally prefer longer flashes that get the job done in one go but if it's popularity you're after then I'd say go for the "shorts". Let's face it, most of the audience are less than bright and, on a technical note, some people might have slow computers.

Shorts = quicker loading and less concentration.

2. Again, if you're just going for popularity as opposed to what's best for the story then yes, cliffhangers.
Cliffhangers are also a good device to weed out extra 5's because even if your cartoon is weak then people will still vote high because they think that the best is yet to come. Often it isn't.

3. To appeal to the weak of mind comedy and action will be your greatest allies.
Drama is for grown-ups.

My kettle has just boiled - That was great timing! Cheers!

MAYORMCHEESE 2008-08-04 15:09:05

i want to see bug's hip hop dance :9

Kirbopher 2008-08-04 16:24:44

Honestly I'm willing to give anything a chance. Both quick comedy-based movies and longer story-based ones have their pros and cons and I try to accept everything as it is.

MeLucky 2008-08-20 01:29:21

1.Depends. If it is good enough, it could be long but usually short as I will lose my interest.

2. Multiple flashes telling one story.
3. They can be good. But...I don't mind.

FighterClock 2008-08-20 01:36:43

fucking n***as