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Summary
In this episode of Comic Dudes, hosts Dave and Matt dive deep into the 1990 film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, exploring its legacy, production challenges, and the impact of its violence. They discuss the film's status as an independent project, the practical effects and suit design, and how it serves as the best adaptation of the original comics. The conversation also touches on the future of the franchise and updates on the cast's careers, all while reflecting on the nostalgia and significance of the film in their lives.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
03:01 The Legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie
06:04 Production Challenges and Independent Film Status
11:59 The Practical Effects and Suit Design
14:57 Violence in the Film and Its Impact
28:56 Final Thoughts and Movie Adaptation Discussion
29:42 Nostalgia and the Original TMNT Film
32:33 Themes of Brotherhood and Family in TMNT
36:31 Acceptance of Change in TMNT Adaptations
38:36 Exploring TMNT's Box Office History
44:32 Where Are They Now? TMNT Cast Updates
54:05 Reflections on TMNT's Impact and Legacy

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