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The “Shrek” tetralogy is a testament to director Andrew Adamson’s tendency to stick with what works. Currier House also takes this to heart in its arrangement of the viral hit, “What Does the Fox Say?” Though not the most innovative housing day video, “What Does the Tree Say?” has a tireless energy that more than makes up for its tendency to feel strangely like a tired sequel at times. Contemplative shots of singing Currierites are juxtaposed with coordinated dance scenes, turning an empty pop tune into a rewarding short film. At the right times, the songwriters include incisive lines such as “Spread your roots up the hill, / yet you’re always standing still” that add philosophical dexterity to an already multifaceted work.

The inspired vocal performances and clever pastiche of Currier’s video evokes “Holding Out For a Hero” from Shrek 2

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Quincy – “Frozen” medley

Director of inspiration: Todd Phillips

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Not every set of sequels is successful, however—Todd Phillips’ “Hangover” trilogy comes off as tired rather than inventive. Perhaps it was too obvious—a sitting penguin. Quincy’s mascot lives in the polar regions. In these regions, it is cold. And covering Disney’s “Frozen” soundtrack ties this all together. But this decision unfortunately derails what is, in truth, a work that showcases frustratingly tremendous talent. The video is derivative from the start, opening with a rendition of “Do You Want To Build A Snowman?” that features seven uncomfortably warm-looking Penguins. As the video progresses, not very much changes, and the storm of trite imagery peaks somewhere between singing on top of furniture and iMovie slideshows. The only fact in which Quincy House may take solace is that it wasn’t the only house that made the exact same mistake.

The repetitive allusions in Quincy’s video resemble Chow’s tired antics in “The Hangover Part III”

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