Originally Posted By TTA <<well, I keep getting them. >> I've had them on occasion, 1/10 times perhaps. I don't mind the bad acting from time to time, it's nice to showcase B-Movie acting in GMR.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub What is the time span for a Disney attraction to become Classic? Apparently we wait until it is changed or destroyed and then we realize it was a Classic and we miss it! The movies chosen are considered Classics to most age groups. Mary Poppins John wayne and Clint Eastwood Alien Indiana Jones Fantasia Wizard of OZ Casablanca And the ending montage screen of many many movie moments has been updated to include Pixar and Disney's newer movies.This is pretty much an undisputed classic attraction to me and would not want it to be destroyed. Are you saying Disney needs to update so it can have a new Disney store as we exit to buy more souvenirs?
Originally Posted By Manfried I've always wished we were closer to the scenes. I think it would have been interesting as an Omnimover type of ride. The big cars make you feel distant from the movie scenes instead of within them.
Originally Posted By TTA <<I've always wished we were closer to the scenes. I think it would have been interesting as an Omnimover type of ride. The big cars make you feel distant from the movie scenes instead of within them.>> Perhaps with the Pooh ride tech from TDL? Move throughout different scenes in each movie? I just want to see that ride tech used somewhere in WDW, has so many possibilities.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA Boy, do I agree with sjhym33 about the 'Great Movie Ride.' I was working at WDW during the construction of Disney-MGM Studios, and I remember thinking that this one has the potential to be a real winner. Once it opened, I felt really disappointed. Not only the new name of the attraction (it was originally titled 'Great Moments at the Movies' but I also felt that it had (has) a confusing concept. Now stay with me here... As a guest, embarking on this journey into movies -- what are we supposed to be doing? Are we: A. Walking into an actual movie -- sort of magically stepping into the screen (a la 'The Last Action Hero'?) Or are we: B. Watching the filming of a movie and we're 'on the set.' So often I'm told 'Jim, you're thinking about it too much' but seriously, A and B are two different concepts. In the GMR you seem to be doing both at different times. Sometimes we're looking at Sigourney Weaver (shouldn't it be Ripley if we're 'in' the movie?) and then, we're just in a 1930s gangster movie. Then we looking at Clint Eastwood, and he looks over and nods at us -- wait he can see us? To me, because the initial concept of the ride is weak, the rest of the pieces don't fall into place as they should. And the whole thing is muddy. Another aspect that annoys me is the flow of the movies we see -- who decided to put these movies in the order they did? Right after the introduction, we're thrown immediately into 'Footlight Parade' then to 'Singin' in the Rain' then to 'Mary Poppins' and on to 'Public Enemy' all in about 35 seconds. Huh? I might have set up the movies in chronological order, beginning with black and white silent movies, and following along in a more logical historical sense. In 'The GMR' we ramble along through these scenes with very little rhyme or reason -- 'Tarzan' leads to 'Casablanca' to 'Fantasia' -- and by the time I get to the Chuck Workman montage of movie clips, I'm sitting there, thinking -- what just happened? It becomes like a automated trip through the Movieland Wax Museum (which, trust me, is not a compliment). I do like the 'Wizard of Oz' sequences -- but again, are we on the set of that movie? Are we in the movie? And if we're in the movie in Munchkinland and we're being confronted by the Wicked Witch of the West -- where's Dorothy and Glinda the Good Witch? They're in that scene. I'm sure 'Great Momemts at the Movies' had a solid concept once upon a time (I honestly don't know which one the Imagineers were going for), but it's never worked very well for me. And I wouldn't begin to know how to fix it in its current form.
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub But then you would not feel the dizzy effect as the tram moves into position for the ending movie montage and the stars are swirling around.
Originally Posted By HokieSkipper <<Are we: A. Walking into an actual movie -- sort of magically stepping into the screen (a la 'The Last Action Hero'?)>> You're in the movies. "Hello everyone and welcome to the Great Movie Ride. Once again, my name is *CMs Name* and I'll be taking you from this Hollywood soundstage right into the middle of the action of the greatest films ever made, all on one tour. But between you and me, this is no ordinary tour because the Great Movie Ride brings these movies to life, and puts you right in the middle of the action."
Originally Posted By -em I hate the ride. Always have. If the ride mysteriously disappeared it'd be no loss to the park. and I agree it needs a large overhaul at least a decent rehab. I've always wondered why disney didn't use their own vault for the ride as for a lot of things disney was a leader in pushing the envelope further... Showcase what disney's additions to the history of film were not what others (aka MGM) did. It'd be a lot cheaper to operate than pay the royalties they do... -em
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA <You're in the movies.> Really? Then why, when I'm in the scene from 'Aliens' -- does the announcer tell me I'm with Sigourney Weaver. Isn't that Ripley?
Originally Posted By HokieSkipper <<Really? Then why, when I'm in the scene from 'Aliens' -- does the announcer tell me I'm with Sigourney Weaver.>> Dunno. I honestly don't think about it that much.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA <Dunno. I honestly don't think about it that much.> Clearly, the Imagineers didn't either.
Originally Posted By TTA <<Clearly, the Imagineers didn't either.>> I don't think that WDI doesn't care, they probably have a few different plans for rehabs for most attractions, it's just getting Burbank/TDO to release the funds to actually DO something.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 Completely disagree. GMR is one of the top 10 attractions at WDW, and is a modern classic. ----- OMG I agree with Hokie..twice ! the premise if very good and when acted competently is excellent- one bad CM doesn't detract from that. I like the idea of a guide through the movies..and also wholeheartedly agree it should NOT be Disney only movies..that is why it's called the great movie ride. Disney however had not respected this attraction for a while - then stuck a big ass pin station hat in front of it as if to give it the finger. This can be a gem again..but yes needs some serious TLC. I am all for changing a few sequences but good luck in getting agreement on which ones -- for me I would absolutely not want to lose Wiz and the gangster motif. I will disagree on fastpass though as the length of line would be horrendous - all the time and clog up what is already not a wide artery there. I do second the thought ( that's 3 today) of building another family friendly ride next to it - not duplicating it -- as much as I do like the attraction.. in the long run that would not be a good use of funds
Originally Posted By vbdad55 <<As for GMR... It needs some touch up...and dare I say it... Automated narration?>> God no. You should be banned for even bringing that up. I've literally rode GMR more times in the last 3 years than I ever have before, and I have to say I think I've had 1 bad CM that entire time. -------- agreeing again with Hokie ??? But all one has to do is ride Living with the Land after it's turnover-- it wasn't 'fascinating' before that, but is awful now. I want more live people @ Disney- not less. Sometimes I wonder if people are so desensitized from text messagingand twitter etc. that live interaction isn't needed for them anymore. I want more stage plays...etc.. bring back the actors !
Originally Posted By TTA <<I want more stage plays...etc.. bring back the actors !>> Totally agree, rip out LMA! and replace with some form of new stage show. LMA got real old, real fast for me.
Originally Posted By HokieSkipper <<Totally agree, rip out LMA! and replace with some form of new stage show. LMA got real old, real fast for me.>> I was over LMA 10 minutes into my first showing. What a terrible, terrible show. I'd love for some sort of Marvel stunt show to take it's place. And yes, before every jumps on me I know it's not possible right now.
Originally Posted By HokieSkipper <<OMG I agree with Hokie..twice !>> See, I'm not a complete Disney hater!
Originally Posted By sjhym33 I think what I am trying to say is the GMR is a missed opportunity. It is an attraction that can be a whole lot better than it is, especially considering it was supposed to be a signature attraction for the park. The fact that Disney put the hat in front of it says alot about its feeling for the attraction.
Originally Posted By HokieSkipper <<I think what I am trying to say is the GMR is a missed opportunity. It is an The fact that Disney put the hat in front of it says alot about its feeling for the attraction.>> The attraction had nothing to do with it. It was all about giving the Studios a new, more marketable icon than the Earful Tower. And if all goes according to plan, the hat will be gone in the coming years.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 I still like LMA but could like it more with even more people/acting interaction. The first ime I saw LMA it was outstanding - but each subsequent time the chase scenes seem longer and longer and I am looking for more interaction - even like Indy. So I am Ok with it- but personalize it more- less cars ( I never thought I'd say that being a gearhead) and -em, would be intersted to know exactly what you have always disliked about GMR-- your comments are always very rational and Disney 'kind' so it does interest me
