Epic TMNT Live-Action Reunion: Cast Shares Behind-the-Scenes Stories at Undiscovered Realm Comic Con

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Moderator Mike Lopez kicked off an epic reunion panel at Undiscovered Realm, welcoming TMNT collector Dave from Canada to co-moderate. The panel featured a star-studded lineup from the 1990s TMNT movies: Judith Hoag (April O’Neil), Paige Turco (April O’Neil in sequels), Ernie Reyes Jr. (Donatello, Kino), Brian Tochi (Leonardo), Kenn Scott (Raphael), Kevin Clash (Splinter), James Saito (Shredder), Francois Chau (Shredder in TMNT II), and Robbie Rist (Michelangelo). TMNT Early Days and Unexpected Success Brian Tochi opened the discussion, recounting the initial rejections by major studios until New Line Cinema, known for Nightmare on Elm Street, took a chance on the project. The film’s first weekend grossed the highest for an independent film, setting the stage for its success. Kevin Clash shared a vivid memory from the film’s opening weekend. While working on Muppets Go to Disney World, Jim Henson received news of the movie’s success. Witnessing long lines of kids and parents at theaters, they realized the film’s monumental impact. Judith Hoag remembered being skeptical of the title but

 

[ViperStrike31]

This TMNT reunion panel is interesting. It's cool to hear the actors' experiences, but the whole thing about the actors not knowing the movie would be a hit makes me wonder a bit. Still, it's fun to get some behind-the-scenes details, and who knows, maybe I'll give the movie a rewatch.

 

[Walley5823]

This reunion panel is making me weirdly emotional. Knowing those incredible turtle costumes are just decaying somewhere is kind of a bummer. I remember being a kid and being totally blown away by the movie's visuals, especially the characters themselves. They felt so real, and it's hard to imagine the actors sweating it out in those suits all day. I guess everything eventually crumbles, even our childhood heroes. Maybe there's a way to preserve them somehow, a museum exhibit or something. It would be a shame to lose a piece of movie history like that. Still, the memories those costumes helped create will always stick with me.

 

[TheSkyIsFalling55]

Hearing those actors talk about filming in those hot, sweaty suits makes me appreciate the movie a whole bunch more. Seriously, those guys deserve major props! And Paige Turco being April O'Neil? My mind is officially blown! This whole thing is making me wanna grab a pizza, gather my friends, and totally have a TMNT marathon this weekend.

 

[Ethan Kirchner]

Hmm, this TMNT reunion panel is kinda interesting. I gotta admit, I never knew the movie got rejected by so many studios before it came out. That's kinda crazy. And the actors not knowing it would be a hit? That's a bit hard to believe, but hey, who knows? Still, it's kinda cool to hear some behind-the-scenes stuff, especially about the challenges of filming with those costumes. Maybe I'll give the movie another watch just for kicks.

 

[Arrowneck]

Remember when Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles first came out? It was like the biggest thing ever. I can't believe they almost didn't make the movie! That Shredder costume must have scared the living daylights out of little kids back then, me included. And Paige Turco being April O'Neil? Woah, never knew that! This whole thing is making me wanna dig out my old VHS tapes and have a movie marathon with my kids. Maybe they'll like it as much as I did back in the day.

 

[Fearful Nick]

Duuude, this TMNT reunion panel is awesome, but it kinda makes me sad they use all that fancy CGI stuff these days. I mean, don't get me wrong, the new movies look cool and all, but there's something special about those old-school costumes and practical effects, you know? Like, remember how real Shredder felt? These new CGI turtles just don't have the same weight to them, ya feel? Maybe I'm just stuck in the past, but I kinda miss the days when the turtles felt a little more, well, turtle-y.

 

[Fillio1999]

The costumes are now sadly rotting and got sold for 15 thousand usd in an auction.