Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>^^^I don't consider 3 Cabs part of their culture. More like Disney trying to reach out to their culture all those years ago.<<< Yes, that's true, which is why it's not a perfect fit. But they are related, as this is now a expositional ride, so it works. I'd rather have El Rio 2.0...
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom <<^^^I don't consider 3 Cabs part of their culture. More like Disney trying to reach out to their culture all those years ago.>> Valid point! Other than entertainment value, Donald has nothing to do with Mexico.
Originally Posted By ChiMike >>There is a picture in the article that shows Cameron at WWOHO accompanied by someone with a Disney name tag. Or does Universal use the same just with their logo printed on it?<< Great catch. Yes that is Scott Trowbridge, the 'acclaimed' Grandfather of the Spiderman attraction at IOA. He went from Disney to Universal for IOA's development, back to Disney during the later stages of the HP project. Interesting to see him back at IOA as a Disney employee giving a tour to Cameron.
Originally Posted By Kennesaw Tom I guess it is a shame that the same loyality could not be bestowed upon the "other" 1,400 castmembers that were let go during the great Walt Disney World layoffs of 2009.
Originally Posted By vbdad55 okay- so re: Cameron and Avatar-- I watched the movie tonight on DVD for the first time... THIS is what they'll spend a billion on ? I know this movie made a ton of movie and two more are on the way-- but comparing this to eiother Star Wars or Harry Potter in story / quality / lasting popularity-is really a monster stretch IMHO. Effects were good( I am sure better on big screen) - story 'borrowed heavily' from Star Wars / Lotr. And yes I know both franchises borrwed some also- but not as heavily I don't feel. Language and some content in this movie gonna need some explaining to the little kiddies if they want to watch it also. Count me among those really not excited over this....
Originally Posted By 2001DLFan <<”There is a picture in the article that shows Cameron at WWOHO accompanied by someone with a Disney name tag. Or does Universal use the same just with their logo printed on it?” Great catch. Yes that is Scott Trowbridge, the 'acclaimed' Grandfather of the Spiderman attraction at IOA. He went from Disney to Universal for IOA's development, back to Disney during the later stages of the HP project. Interesting to see him back at IOA as a Disney employee giving a tour to Cameron.>> As I understand it, wearing a Disney nametag outside of company property is pretty much against the rules. And to wear it in a competitor’s park is totally inappropriate.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>Count me among those really not excited over this....<<< SO NEGATIVE!!!!!! What's wrong with you?!?!? ;-) (yeah, I agree...)
Originally Posted By vbdad55 ^^^ LOL ! It's not like I don't like things- but I am not going to start a thread like "Aatar- the End of the line for TDO" !!!!!!!!! One way or another- regardless of what I think they will do what they are going to do with this. I can either accept that, or be consumed by ill placed anger over a small part of my life. I really wanted to like the movie yesterday and get excited for a much needed shot in the arm of $$ and attractions for DAK. However I just can't - the movie wasn't that good. Storyline was OK - acting very spotty -- and effects likely the key not that attainable on a home tv.... If they do it, I hope they do it well...I would much prefer a Star Wars of LoTr theme as I believe Avatar is not going to have the long term tractions either one of these would have. That said, LoTr may be too violent also to play that well. HP is a phenomenon and even that one much question lets say 1/2 a park eventually at UNI- but it is likely the best bet to survive along with Star Wars. However if JK was too overbearing to work with for Disney- Lucas will be no better. I kept looking at Pandora and thinking Dagobah at one point - Endor at another. I have never been at a party where Avatar has become a topic of discussion - ever. Star Wars quotes are a part of everyday life --Avatar ? Can't think of a one. Aside from the 'save the planet' messages just not seeing the fit @ DAK. Oh well, I am sure there are people out there happy as well ( although not seeing many on the fan sites) - and like most things about WDW_ most people likely have no idea what is being planned - and won't know until it's done. my two cents is put that money back into your pockets Disney - and invest in something else.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip I agree. The original idea for a "Beastly Kingdom" was better. Must EVERYTHING be based on a film?
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer ^ Iger says, yes, yes it should be. Iger is wrong. THIS is the point I'm trying to make when it comes to synergy.
Originally Posted By Manfried Synergy is something most companies seem to want to do these days. And it seems to work financially for them since the majority of people that are going to the parks like what they see. Uh, that means those who don't like it are in the minority.
Originally Posted By DDMAN26 For the most part Disney has always based attractions on a movie. And here's something else, they weren't always based on an original property. I.E. Fantasyland.
Originally Posted By EPCOT Explorer >>>Synergy is something most companies seem to want to do these days. And it seems to work financially for them since the majority of people that are going to the parks like what they see. Uh, that means those who don't like it are in the minority<<< And? It's boring. Disney is a creative company, they can do much better than that, the bare minimum.
Originally Posted By DDMAN26 But it's always been that way. Come on the Disneyland tv show and such was always a way to promote the parks. Walt himself was a great promoter.
Originally Posted By HMButler79 I really wonder how some Disney "fans" got brainwashed into thinking everything outside of Fantasyland from 1955-1995 was ALSO "based on movies and synergy". Maybe Eisner's "DLs existsnace is to bring movies to life" worked???
