Originally Posted By TDLFAN >>The film room at TDS Indy is horrible compared to DL, and as I mentioned earlier, the Tokyo film itself is vastly inferior to Anaheim's.<< Why do you feel it is inferior? Because at TDS, the film *had* to be changed to reflect the tropical rainforrest setting of Lost River Delta. We are NOT in Adventureland! Besides, I found it very clever that the imagineers made fun of those entrepeneur hispanics who will go to no lenghts to make a business out of someone else's business. reason why Paco's safety spiel is so hilarious, and the reason why he holds the hand written sign. *sighs*.. Don't you people know anything about stereotypes??
Originally Posted By barboy The moment we exited the teravator I knew. I had not even seen the ride vehicles yet! Because the facade was so very amazing and the queue was easily the coolest I had ever seen I knew the rest would follow suit--- and I was right. This was about 2 years ago.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan <<Why do you feel it is inferior? Because at TDS, the film *had* to be changed to reflect the tropical rainforrest setting of Lost River Delta. We are NOT in Adventureland! Besides, I found it very clever that the imagineers made fun of those entrepeneur hispanics who will go to no lenghts to make a business out of someone else's business. reason why Paco's safety spiel is so hilarious, and the reason why he holds the hand written sign. *sighs*.. Don't you people know anything about stereotypes??>> I don't want to go off topic, but I think the main reason Disneyland's film is better is because it tells you the story. TDS's was basically a safety guide...it didn't even tell us about the Fountain of Youth or the Crystal Skull unlike Disneyland's. Plus, you get 3 different films in Disneyland. << The moment we exited the teravator I knew. I had not even seen the ride vehicles yet! Because the facade was so very amazing and the queue was easily the coolest I had ever seen I knew the rest would follow suit--- and I was right. This was about 2 years ago.>> Sigh. Don't you just love all the detail poured into the queue. I especially love all those Victorian age paintings of the various parts of the subterranean world. The terravators were awesome too; you could feel the heat and smell the rusty patina. And ditto on the facade. No doubt the most impressive show building ever created for an attraction.
Originally Posted By barboy "I especially love all those Victorian age paintings of the various parts of the subterranean world. The terravators were awesome too; you could feel the heat and smell the rusty patina. And ditto on the facade." Yes, well said TDRFAN
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan I also agree with you on the ride vehicles. Without a doubt one of, if the the most elaborate contraptions designed for a ride. The red leather seats and oxidized steel surface fit the theme perfectly, and the huge shovel like appearance at the front fools you into thinking it's capable of digging into the Earth's crust. I also love how the "miner's light" at the front turns on and off at various points of the journey.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan By the way, what other rides did you like at TDR? Did you ride Pooh's Hunny Hunt, Indy, or 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea?
Originally Posted By barboy yes, I experienced every headliner attraction at TDR even the Jack Skellington version of Haunt. Man. As for Pooh I have two things to declare: I think it is overrated AND it is a must see. Yes, Pooh is a stellar ride for all family members but I think if the American versions had never been created(especially DL's) then people would not be over touting the Tokyo's version. Indy(TDS) is my 3rd favorite attraction anywhere. 20k Leagues is simply awsome! --- way too much to look at even on my 5th ride. I think I would need 20 rides to absorb all that 20K has to offer. I loved it so much with its dazzling full 3-d sets. If 20k would have had some form of physical thrills and if the suspended track would have had noticeable verticle capabilities sending us down deep or upward instead of straight horizontal movement it would have been as good or better than JTTCE.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan <<20k Leagues is simply awsome! --- way too much to look at even on my 5th ride. I think I would need 20 rides to absorb all that 20K has to offer. I loved it so much with its dazzling full 3-d sets. If 20k would have had some form of physical thrills and if the suspended track would have had noticeable verticle capabilities sending us down deep or upward instead of straight horizontal movement it would have been as good or better than JTTCE.>> I think the biggest complaint is the ride vehicle itself. It's really tough on a guy's back to lean down and watch the scenes. Also, I think 20,000 Leagues lacks a good queue. The queue it has right now is way too short and hardly gets you in the mood unlike JttCotE's. It seems to just spiral down into this small storage area. I would've liked it more if they had used a form of preshow like the terravators at JttCotE to heighten your anticipation. I still JttCotE's sets are much more detailed though, mostly because you are up closer to the action and can appreciate it fully. 20,000 Leagues is so dark inside that it takes really good vision to see what's going on. I believe the scenes are based off the old submarine rides though, so we're not really missing anything. 20,000 Leagues definitely could use some improvement before it gets anywhere near being as good as JttCotE
Originally Posted By TDLFAN >>Yes, well said TDRFAN<< Careful... that's TDR_Fan. Too close to my trademark caps. I will have to sue if it happens again. Capish??
Originally Posted By barboy Easy mistake to make(TDR_Fan vs TDLFAN). Actually when I first saw TDR_Fan name I thought it was you, TDLFAN, and that you changed your name to include the resorts and Dis Sea which I know you appreciate.
Originally Posted By TDLFAN Yes. Easy mistake to make and one that has confused some posters here and on other boards I participate. Reason why I get a bit annoyed when that happens.
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan <<Yes. Easy mistake to make and one that has confused some posters here and on other boards I participate. Reason why I get a bit annoyed when that happens>> But I have the right to show off my love and appreciation for TDR just as much as you do. Anyways, my user name is distinct enough from your user name. To add to the confusion, there's even a DisneySeaFan on another forum! What's next? TokyoDisneylandFan?
Originally Posted By TDR_Fan <<I beleive there used to be a DLRFAN here sometime ago.>> Sigh. It pains me to see so many Disney fans not being able to visit a TRUE Disney resort, meaning one that is done perfectly. Why is that these threads always go off topic -_-; ?
Originally Posted By TDLFAN >>It pains me to see so many Disney fans not being able to visit a TRUE Disney resort, meaning one that is done perfectly.<< Such as??
Originally Posted By TDLFAN Good answer there but to be honest... there are some thinsg that are better at the other 4 resorts over TDR. HKDL has a killer location, WDW has... has... DAK at least, DLR is simply a wonderful Resort overall, DLP has the prettiest MK park ... just to name a few things.
