The video breaks down the animation and visual style of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. It explains how the turtles are introduced with a rough, sketch-like look, blending CGI with 2D techniques to create a unique hand-drawn feel.
Their first fight takes place in a dark garage, using special lighting effects and a custom shader to enhance colors and shadows. The animation has a choppy, hand-drawn style, replacing traditional motion blur with 3D speed lines for a more dynamic look.
A key action sequence shows the turtles fighting crime in different locations, stitched together to feel like one continuous shot. The use of hand-drawn textures and extra sketchy details makes the visuals more artistic.
Later, an intense chase scene features all the mutant characters, with roads and cityscapes designed to feel immersive. Effects like scribbled textures and reflections prevent the digital look from feeling too clean.
The final battle takes place in a destroyed Times Square, packed with flashing screens and debris. Characters move through the environment, dodging obstacles and attacking the giant mutant enemy. This scene combines all the film’s animation techniques, using lighting and composition to maintain its signature style while keeping the action clear and exciting.
Notably, Matthieu Rouxel, Marie Balland, Jacques Daigle, and Vincent Leroy were nominated for a VES Award in 2024 in the Outstanding Visual Effects in an Animated Feature category for their incredible work on the film.