Static Shock "Frozen Out" Talkback (Spoilers)

[James Harvey]

Discuss this Static Shock episode!


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Comments?

Related Thread:
-Len Uhley discusses "Frozen Out" (http://forums.toonzone.net/showthread.php?s=&postid=163516#post163516).

[Failure]

I'm really looking forward to this ep. I have to commend the SS crew for willing to deal with controversial situations like these. I mean, when's the last time a kid's cartoon has dealt with homeless children with mental problems? The only one I remember is TNBA, where they subtly touched on it in Growing Pains, but didn't deal with it head on like they're going to in SS. It should be a touching ep, but I wonder if they'll be able to do it without it seeming to preachy or sappy.

[optimal321]

Honestly, as much as i dislike SS, i want to see this ep. I don't know if i can get myself up to watch it, but if i'm awake at 8:30, i know i'll tune in :p .

[Failure]

Originally posted by optimal321
Honestly, as much as i dislike SS, i want to see this ep. I don't know if i can get myself up to watch it, but if i'm awake at 8:30, i know i'll tune in :p .

2 words: VCR Programming!

That's the only way I can ever watch SS and JCA. Usually I can get up for X-men.

[Joe Wagner]

This ep looks to be incredible! Is it just me or does the animation even seem to look more vivid than the last one (the surprisingly good Shaq episode)? Really looking forward to this episode, but then again I look forward to all new Static Shock eps. :D

Can't wait to see the conclusion to the JCA continuation either - seems to be a great arc so far.

-Joe!

[DR. BELCH]

--the potential to be a very strong show if they don't rely too heavily on gimmicky, stupid Bang Babies and celeb cameos every other episode. So far we've seen some pretty strong stories (although I'll admit that the "loved one inadvertantly learns our hero's secrets" story, this time with Sharon and a shapeshifting Baby who throws her off-track, has made the rounds a time or two) this season. It seems Rubber Band Man is history, and Kangor and the Rough Pack will be the new semiregular Babies. He might do well to team up with Puff, who nearly unmasked Static last season, to compare notes....

[Matt Hazuda]

Originally posted by Jim Harvey
I know it's a bit early to have this up, but this weekend's episode is probably gonna be one of the best, if not the best, episode of Sttaic Shock. The episode is called Frozen Out and deals with Faith in God and the homeless problem. I recently interveiwed writer Len Uhley about it, which you can find HERE (forums.toonzone.net/showthread.php?s=&postid=163516#post163516). I also hope to intevriew the director of the episode by the end of the week to help hype the episode. Comments? Ask them if they ever plan to do a Superman crossover featuring Live Wire as the villain, since the Batman and Joker ep seemed so popular.

[James Harvey]

I don't think there's Superman/Livewire episode coming, but I'll try and find out what else they have in the works. I'll have another interview about the ep up today which reveals an interesting tidbit about the episode...someone dies. Wanna know more? I'll keep ya posted - and check the newspage!!

[Joe Wagner]

It's not a main character, is it? More likely it's either the guest star/villain or the villains father/mother. I couldn't see a main character being put to rest.

-Joe

[JohnStewart-GL]

Originally posted by DR. BELCH
--the potential to be a very strong show if they don't rely too heavily on gimmicky, stupid Bang Babies and celeb cameos every other episode. So far we've seen some pretty strong stories (although I'll admit that the "loved one inadvertantly learns our hero's secrets" story, this time with Sharon and a shapeshifting Baby who throws her off-track, has made the rounds a time or two) this season. It seems Rubber Band Man is history, and Kangor and the Rough Pack will be the new semiregular Babies. He might do well to team up with Puff, who nearly unmasked Static last season, to compare notes....
i thought Rubberband man was gonna be in this season?
But i a m definately looking forward to this one I think Static Shock is a great show.

[optimal321]

Originally posted by JohnStewart-GL

i thought Rubberband man was gonna be in this season?
But i a m definately looking forward to this one I think Static Shock is a great show.

According to the news page, Rubberband Man is now a full fledged hero. So he'll probably pop up to team w/ Static (but that's just my speculation, not actual news).

And now i'm looking forward to seeing someone die! Woah... that didn't come out right :o :rolleyes: . But i'm glad that they've decided to take this show a little more seriously then last season. Eps w/ Virgil's mother, racism, this next one, and death are on the right track.

[Dwayne McDuffie]

"But i'm glad that they've decided to take this show a little more seriously then last season. Eps w/ Virgil's mother, racism, this next one, and death are on the right track."

Glad you're enjoying the show. Just for the record, the racism episode, "Sins of the Fathers" and the death of Virgil's mother episode, "Tantrum" were from *last* season (as was Static's origin, where a friend gave him a gun to shoot a bully who was tormenting him). This year will likewise be a mix of light topics and more serious ones.

Rubberband Man will definitely be back, by the way.

[James Harvey]

To me, Static Shock is becoming the standout series on Kids'WB! Yes, it doesn't have the movie tie-in like The Mummy or the slick animation of X-Men: Evolution, but this series is doing a great job! I really hope this series sticks around. I can't wait to hear the talkback (in this thread) about the episode.

[DR. BELCH]

I have an odd feeling it'll be the Bang Baby herself...poisoned by her mutation. If that's so, she'd be the first Baby to actually die from her condition (unless you count Omni-something-or-other from last season, who turned to stone). This would give Static reason to question himself--could the chemicals in his body be slowly killing him too?

As for RBM--it'd be nice to see him as a hero, which'd explain why he's been replaced in the fight montage cred roll...although it might be interesting to see him butt heads with Stat on style--sort of a grudging partnership, like Batman and Superman....

[Joe Wagner]

Yep, that's what I thought when Jim said someone dies - gotta be the bang baby or someone in her family. I've enjoyed this series from day one and truly hope that a season 3 announcement will be right around the corner.

On another topic, Jim has there been any word about Zeta Project? Or is it getting the Futurama treatment? (have an entire season in the can, plus one unaired ep from last season - so maybe next year we could have new eps and not pay for a third season).

-Joe!

[Len Uhley]

Gee, I hate to be a wet blanket about this, folks, but the death that director Dave Chlystek mentioned is not the main thrust of "Frozen Out." I think Dave and his crew handled the scene tastefully. However, it is part of our guest star's personal history; a contributing factor to her mental state. I wouldn't want anyone tuning in, hoping for blood and guts, only to be disappointed. But do watch anyway, okay? :)

[Joe Wagner]

Originally posted by Len Uhley
Gee, I hate to be a wet blanket about this, folks, but the death that director Dave Chlystek mentioned is not the main thrust of "Frozen Out." I think Dave and his crew handled the scene tastefully. However, it is part of our guest star's personal history; a contributing factor to her mental state. I wouldn't want anyone tuning in, hoping for blood and guts, only to be disappointed. But do watch anyway, okay? :)

Nope, can't watch it now - I mean no blood and guts, no glory. :) j/k BTW

I can't wait to see this episode - the previews for it look amazing and I think the coloring on it seems to be a lot more vivid than a lot of the other episodes this season (maybe its the white background effect on Statics blue jacket - either way it looks incredible).

Oh yea, welcome to the boards Len!

-Joe!

[James Harvey]

On another topic, Jim has there been any word about Zeta Project? Or is it getting the Futurama treatment? (have an entire season in the can, plus one unaired ep from last season - so maybe next year we could have new eps and not pay for a third season).

I heard that the show will air in the late spring, likely in the end of March and continue on until May. I'm thinking this may be another 'Futurama' case, personally. I'll see what I can come up with.

[Joe Wagner]

Anything you could find would be great Jim! Thanks!

-Joe

[James Harvey]

No problem, I'll see what I can do. Now...back to Static. I haven't seen a design for the new Permafrost character, but I would like to see what she looks like. And a homeless villian? That's anice twisat. I know I've seen it before, but I'm interested to see how it works here.

[Cyclops]

I think this episode looks pretty good, and a death might make it better. (Don't take that the wrong way.) :yakko: :wakko: :dot:

[Joe Wagner]

Originally posted by Batman
I think this episode looks pretty good, and a death might make it better. (Don't take that the wrong way.) :yakko: :wakko: :dot:

Hmmmm.....death, is a good thing?! ;) j/k

Yea, I think this episode looks amazing! I still can't believe how vivid the colors look - reminds me of the vividness that was B:TAS :D

-Joe!

[James Harvey]

The death won't be the focus, and won't be something I single out. I just really want to enjoy this epiode. It's been a long time since I've been this excited about a show on Kids'WB!, and I can't wait.

Welcome to the boards, David - BTW!

[Joe Wagner]

I have a gut feeling that this is going to be one of the best episodes this season! Not only does the story actually sound great but the animation on it - WOW! I can't remember the last time I saw a toon that vivid! Kinda funny because the preview was on right after the episode and it was a complete contrast in colors between the two, then again it could be an effect the white 'snow' backgrounds have on Statics design - making it look more vivid.

-Joe!

[Cyclops]

Man, I can't wait for this episode to air. Not even 24 hours till it airs. :D :D :D :D :D

[LazyReaper]

Bah! This cannot be happening to me! The one day I can't watch Static!! AAH!! I hope there's a rerun I really do, either that or someone puts in on the net.

My VCR's broken too! Why did my boss give me a work shift at 6 am?! Why?! ~cries~ :(


-Aximlli-

[James Harvey]

Wow...what a great episode. The vocal performance by Permafrost was amazing - intense. This show now ranks up there with SONS OF THE FATHER as one of my favorite episodes. Plus, I liked the cameo by Richie's father, the center of last season's racism centered episode. I like that reference - nice job. LaMarr did a great job as Virgil, noticeably bringing him down a bit when he entered the abandoned car depot. He wasn't his usually quick talking self, but very quiet and done to earth - serious.

And the backgrounds looked amazing, much better compared to previous episodes. This episode had a unique feel and it helped emphasize the theme of the episode.

A great episode. Now I gotta wait until it repeats so I can tape it...

[Bird Boy]

Balderdash! I only caught the last 15min of it..but what a great 15 min those were! I hope this re-airs soon..real soon...

BTW-any of you see that preview? About the guest stars on Static, and they showed Batman? then Joker said "What do I have to do to get mentioned? sprout bat wings?"...ah..it wasn't nearly as funny as some of the others they've done..but it was good..

-BB

[Failure]

This was a great episode, maybe not quite Sons of the Father, but it was still a genuinely touching ep. I'm amazed that they were able to pull this episode without even a hint of preachyness. Amazing. The story itself was excellent, the animation was great, and I loved the coloring in the ep. They did a great job separating Permafrost from the "normal" type of villains. I loved her backstory. Some of the scenes, especially the one where Virgil sees Permafrost's "home" for the first time were... well, very heartfelt.

I also thought it was pretty cool seeing Richie's dad at the multi-cultural church gathering. All in all, I loved this episode.

[James Harvey]

Anyone else notice this great touch? At the end when Permafrst is talking to the Reverend, her skin is no longer light blue, but flesh toned. I thought that was a neat little trick.

[Naraht]

I enjoyed the episode...and was the Michael Dorn doing the Preacher guy?(Nick show's his ignorace of the Christian Religion)

I had one small problem with the episode.....the chanukah stuph was wrong....the "center" candle is lit 1st, and used to light the others....not the other way around. Other than that little nitpick, that episode was fabulous! Too bad it aired in the wrong time of the year for full effect...

[JohnStewart-GL]

It was a great ep.

[Dave Chlystek]

Wow. We had hoped you guys would like the episode, but
are truly blown away by the praise.

Frozen Out is an example of a team of artists working together
to raise the bar. I was so impressed by how hard my team
worked and how inspired they became. They kept saying "emmy"! "emmy"! Hynden(Permafrost) was amazing!
The best voice artist I've ever worked with.

Thanks for the high praise!
You guys rock!!

[Naraht]

Originally posted by Dave Chlystek
Wow. We had hoped you guys would like the episode, but
are truly blown away by the praise.

Frozen Out is an example of a team of artists working together
to raise the bar. I was so impressed by how hard my team
worked and how inspired they became. They kept saying "emmy"! "emmy"! Hynden(Permafrost) was amazing!
The best voice artist I've ever worked with.

Thanks for the high praise!
You guys rock!!

You keep up with the great work, and we'll keep up with the High Praise? Sound good? Good!

Nice to see you, welcome to Toonzone, home of the nicest fanatics on the net...=O

[JohnStewart-GL]

Originally posted by Dave Chlystek
Wow. We had hoped you guys would like the episode, but
are truly blown away by the praise.

Frozen Out is an example of a team of artists working together
to raise the bar. I was so impressed by how hard my team
worked and how inspired they became. They kept saying "emmy"! "emmy"! Hynden(Permafrost) was amazing!
The best voice artist I've ever worked with.

Thanks for the high praise!
You guys rock!!
Great job you guys did. Whod did the voice of Permafrost, i thought it was done good. Whens the next new ep?

[Len Uhley]

Hey, everyone. I'll add my thanks for your kind words about Frozen Out. Big kudos to Dave Chlystek's team for making it look so good.

As for the query about upcoming episodes, please check out the Toon Zone home page and read "Perry White's" item at the bottom listing the upcoming shows on Kids WB. Next week, they're showing another new show, "Sunspots" (preceded by a repeat of the season premiere, "The Big Leagues," one of my favorites, wink-wink). The following week is "Pop's New Girlfriend," also new, also very good.

Again, thanks for the encouragement. :D

[Naraht]

"Pop's New Girlfriend" seems like Virgil's gonna be having some more family trouble...*sigh* I feel sorry for Virgil sometimes, it's hard enough juggling school & home life...but add the whole "secret superhero" thing...his life's tough. =[

[Failure]

First, creative team members on the JL issues shows up on the board, and now creative team members from Static show up, how cool is that? :D

Thanks Mr. Chlystek and Mr. Uhley for stopping by! Like naraht said, keep up the great work and we'll keep up the praise. We're all fair... that goes both ways - with the good and bad. ;)

[DR. BELCH]

Jim Harvey :
[B]Anyone else notice... the end when Permafrost is talking to the Reverend, her skin is no longer light blue, but flesh toned.
I noted it in my review. I thought she would have a condition like Victor Fries, whose blood was permanently chilled, and temperatures above freezing would kill him...but she seems to be like a lizard, reflecting her environment. I suppose if she were relocated to a clime like Florida or Arizona, she could be very happy. The v/o work was great; I was misty at the end--she sounded perfectly borderline psychotic, yet pitiable. It's not said what killed her mother, although, noting the O2 tank, I guessed emphysema....

[Joe Wagner]

A great episode. I think this one clearly ranks up there with Sons of the Fathers and The Big Leagues as two of my favorite eps. Congrats on the great job guys and I'm really looking forward to the future eps. I thought they art in this ep was among the most outstanding the show has ever seen and the coloring was just simply jaw-dropping. It looked like someone took a page out of Liquids! coloring style and pulled it off perfectly. Once again an incredible job guys!

-Joe!

[James Harvey]

I reall ylike the chase sequence in the second act. I love how it was directed. It was just well done - something you couldn't do in a live action feature. The animation seemed really slick this episode, too. A bit bubbly, but just slick.

[Dave Chlystek]

[I thought they art in this ep was among the most outstanding the show has ever seen and the coloring was just simply jaw-dropping. It looked like someone took a page out of Liquids! coloring style and pulled it off perfectly. Once again an incredible job guys!

Scott Jeralds, our producer, actually had our color team match
the ice effects from the Ultimate X-Men comic book. Tristin
Roesch, our color supervisor, matched it perfectly. I don't think
any animated show has matched our color pallette this season.

[Dave Chlystek]

Originally posted by Jim Harvey
I reall ylike the chase sequence in the second act. I love how it was directed. It was just well done - something you couldn't do in a live action feature. The animation seemed really slick this episode, too. A bit bubbly, but just slick.


Thanks Jim.

[James Harvey]

I remembered you mentioned that chase sequence in the interview, but it wasn't what I thought iot would be - in a good way. I love the part where Perma frost skids under the truck. It just all seeemd to work perfectly. The colors, the speed, the music (my Gawd - what an improvement there!), it all meshed into a nice cohesive segment.

[Joe Wagner]

Originally posted by Dave Chlystek

Scott Jeralds, our producer, actually had our color team match
the ice effects from the Ultimate X-Men comic book. Tristin
Roesch, our color supervisor, matched it perfectly. I don't think
any animated show has matched our color pallette this season.

Well Dave you should definetely give them all a pat on the back. They really pulled off the ice effects that seem to run through the X-books. The coloring reminded me of the cover of Uncanny X-men #340 - it was just that amazing and the colors were gorgeous. The episode all flowed together perfectly and I found myself chuckling at some comments (hot chocolate anyone?) and then caring about Permafrost the next. An incredible job by everyone involved. Kudos for one of the best episodes so far!

-Joe!

[Cyclops]

To all who worked on this episode, great job. This episode was fabulous. I can't wait to see the rest of the season. And oh yeah, you guys almost had me in tears on a few ocassions. Once again great job.

[James Harvey]

From what I've been told, this won't be the last "serious" episode of the season, either - which sorta has me stoked. I like stuff like this. Although I ma intrigued by that upcoming "Brain" episode I think Dave was telling me about. Sounds like pure schlock fun!

[JohnStewart-GL]

Originally posted by Batman
To all who worked on this episode, great job. This episode was fabulous. I can't wait to see the rest of the season. And oh yeah, you guys almost had me in tears on a few ocassions. Once again great job.
im glad im not the only one who was almost in tears.

[LazyReaper]

Does anyone know when it will re-air again? I can't seem to find it online, I guess I'll have to wait :(


-Aximlli-

[Dave Chlystek]

Originally posted by Batman
To all who worked on this episode, great job. This episode was fabulous. I can't wait to see the rest of the season. And oh yeah, you guys almost had me in tears on a few ocassions. Once again great job.

I choked up a few times, and I knew the episode inside and out.
That was the intent, to make you feel something.

The Attack of the Living Brain Puppets episode is indeed "pure schlock fun".
The animation looks great on it, and as this one made you cry,(well, almost.)
hopefully "puppets" will make you smile, and laugh out loud.


Best,
Dave

[Naraht]

oooh, is it one of the TWO statics this weekend? Bah, I should get my lazy ass over to the schedule section of this board...but that wouldn't bump this thread, now would it?

[James Harvey]

http://www.toonzone.net/shows/

The Big Leagues will rerun this weekend, and a new episode will air at the 8:30am (ET) timeslot I believe.

[Naraht]

wow, static gets it's new ep AFTER the repeat, while all the other shows are airing the newshow BEFORE the repeat...

oh well, any cubix free saturday is cool with me! =O

[James Harvey]

I think it was Dave Chlystek who billed this as a sort of 'holiday' episode of Static Shock, and I can see why. It deals with some rather weighty issues, and pulls oit off in style. One of my favorite Static Shock episodes, thought now was a nice time to bump up this talkback to discuss this episode with fellow Static fans.

[Joe Wagner]

IMHO this was one of the best Static episodes that have been done so far and really brought the Permafrost character to life, making the audience very sympathetic to her. With all of the Christmas specials the WB have been airing it would have been a nice touch to see this one re-aired.

-Joe!