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Kids or no kids, I'm still going to see it. My worst theater experiences have always involved adults anyway.

What caught your attention about “My Little Pony” show? Initially, nothing did. I had to be introduced to the series before I could say I took an interest in it. What does it mean to you to be a member of a community surrounded by controversy? It doesn't mean much to me. People can hate it if they wish. That doesn't change the way I positively view the series. Do you consider yourself “obsessed” with MLP? It usually happens when a new season is around the corner, like right now. But I have more compulsive obsessions than MLP, some of which are year-round. How often do you find yourself thinking about the show? When a new season is coming, it's on my mind quite a bit. How often do you discuss MLP with family, friends and peers? Never. At what age did you find out about the show? I learned about the show's existence when I was 19, but it wasn't until I turned 20 that I started to watch it with my niece. I was hooked after that. What is something you really enjoy about the community? I've noticed that people in the MLP community are friendlier than most members. It pains me to say that other fandoms I'm involved in (Godzilla, Alien/Predator) are not as kind to newcomers or even veterans. The MLP community is a pearl in an ocean of fandoms. What are some of the largest Brony communities in the U.S.? I don't know any bronies in my area, so I'm afraid I don't know. What is something you really dislike about the community? The insane amount of NSFW stuff. But I think that comes with every fandom/community. Do you go to MLP conventions? Never been. I'd like to, though. What are some of the reasons you enjoy MLP? The characters are likable and not just cardboard cutouts. They have their own unique personalities, and this leads to a very diverse set of characters that a lot of cartoons seem to lack. The antics are zany and the lore is also well crafted. Have you ever considered leaving the MLP community in the future? Not really. If I ever leave, it will be because G5 is not as good as G4. That would be a sad day. You being part of the MLP community is a secret to your family, peers and friends? My parents know and don't care. But my friends I do keep it a secret from. If so, why? People I know have openly spewed garbage when discussing the community and fandom. I don't want a target on my back. How many hours a day do you dedicate to the show? Not as much as I do other series. I dedicate more time to it when a new season is around the corner. How much money do you think you’ve spent in MLP merchandise? I used to buy the IDW comics but that was years ago. So probably less than $100. Does your significant other share your passion for MLP show and the community? I don't have a significant other. How long have you been part of the community? The first time I reached out was last week. I never actually took part in a "community" before that time. So I'm a greenhorn.

Only once. I was playing some sort of video game that involved Princess Luna and some unnamed/unknown ponies. Apparently demons were taking over this riverside town and the world was ending or something like that. Something about a "Red Sun" threatening to destroy everybody. The ponies were in 3D but the environments were realistic (as in, it was as though I'd stepped into this reality). If you can picture the area in this reality, then that's what it was like. I also remember that it was hard to play, and it was a first-person shooter. Eventually the game descended into this weird horror game that had nothing to do with demons or ponies in the end. I don't remember anything other than these details. This would have been in June or July of 2012, because I was taking a Summer Algebra course at the time. It was a pretty stressful period, and I played classic Doom to deal with that tension. My guess is that's where the apocalyptic theme, first-person shooter aspect, and the demons came from.

Depends. Is this reformed Discord, or pre-reformed Discord? If it's the latter, he'd probably give me $1 million....in pesos. If it's in legitimate $1 million United States dollars, then yeah. I'd do it. With Trixie.

Well, to be fair, I never implied that you did say it (you even said otherwise). And the teaser is merely supposed to raise awareness. That is all. I've seen better teasers, yes, but the ones I'm thinking of are different in tone and have higher budgets to work with. Does that excuse the crunched up shadows? No, it doesn't. But I wouldn't worry about things just yet. If actual clips from the movie are of poor quality, then people should begin to worry.

The art director didn't have a say in the teaser, but I'm quite certain that the first true trailer will be more indicative of how this film will look when it's finished.

They were, actually. A few are even excited for Blade Runner 2049 (a sequel), which comes out the same day as this. But I still don't care. I purchase tickets for movies that I want to see. This is one of them.

Assuming that Lionsgate doesn't pull last minute advertising like they did for Blair Witch and Power Rangers, July through September should be the primary months in which they'll be marketing this film. However, Lionsgate has dropped the ball with marketing before. Not being a doomsayer here. I just know, because they really let me down with Dredd when it was about to be released. People didn't know anything about it. But this? It should be easier to find a target demographic to market this to. Of course, bronies will go see this no matter who it's marketed toward.

Everyone on my Facebook feed: "Wow, Hollywood is out of ideas." Me: "Don't care! Opening day ticket purchase for me."

I'm curious to know what the production budget for this will be. If I had to guess, it will probably be listed as $20 million or less. And yes, while this may not be much, it's still something.

Pretty much this. The franchises that never die are the ones that keep selling merchandise. And even if Friendship is Magic doesn't stay around forever (which is inevitable since nothing lasts forever), that doesn't mean there isn't anything to look forward to once it's said and done. Hasbro will more than likely bring it back some years later. It will be a while, but it'll be around in some capacity.

YES, a teaser for MLP and Trailer #1 for Baby Driver! I have two things to look forward to this week!