Cast
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Mike Nawrocki
as Lanny / Jerry / Tom Turnip / Ice Cream Man / General Celery / Stagehand / Beni Hana Announcer (Voice)
Phil Vischer
as Dennis / Bid Daddy Al / Mr. McMurray / Stage Manager / Silly Song Announcer (Voice)
Terry Crews
as Bruce Onion / Terry Turnip (Voice)
Gigi Abraham
as Laura Carrot (Voice)
Lisa Vischer
as Junior Asparagus (Voice)
Tim Hodge
as Stix (Voice)
J. Chris Wall
as Tod Turnip
Brian K. Roberts
as Reverse Mortgage / Director (Voice)
Cydney Trent
as Miss Petunia (Voice)
Michael Nawrocki
as Kid (Voice)
Charlotte Wall
as Kid (Voice)
Calvin Wall
as Kid (Voice)
David Wall
as Kid (Voice)
Grace Wall
as Kid (Voice)
Juliette Wall
as Kid (Voice)
Crew
Director
- Mike Nawrocki
Writer
- Bart Coughlin
Producer
- J. Chris Wall
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
VeggieTales: Celery Night Fever represents a fascinating example of Animation/Comedy/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Mike Nawrocki brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of VeggieTales: Celery Night Fever took approximately 28 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 53 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 113 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1714 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 5, 2014
- Runtime: 53m
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