Originally Posted By Doobie This topic is for discussion of the October 17th article on the Hall of Presidents reopening at the Magic Kingdom. This article is at: <a href="News-ID504770.asp" target="_blank">http://LaughingPlace.com/News-ID504770.asp</a>.
Originally Posted By ahecht Is the Clinton AA still there but mute, or has he been removed? IMHO, he was much more true to life than the Bush AA is.
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Originally Posted By rasvar Clinton is still there. He has just moved back with the other former Presidents.
Originally Posted By Doobie Clinton can be clearly seen over Bush's left shoulder in some of the pictures. He does not speak in the new version, only Bush and Lincoln. I know there were some rumors that the Hall would be closed or scaled back in some way after Clinton's term. Glad to see that turned out not to be the case. Hopefully the new president getting a speaking park will be a trend for a while to come. Doobie.
Originally Posted By HyperTyper I agree, Doobie. They did a nice job on the Bush animatronic. These photos are actually my first glimpse of the Clinton animatronic too. It sure looks different than the Clinton I remember. I actually laughed when I saw it.
Originally Posted By aracuanbird i'm wondering--and maybe this is where ahecht was going--whether the Clinton animatronic was simply moved back or if he was in fact "skinned," with his head and suit placed on another, lower tech figure (perhaps a leftover Dreamfinder, or that creepy desert farmer from Horizons). of course, this would only be done so that George W's melon and suit could take advantage of the advanced, expensive Clinton figure's moves. seems kind of weird, but Disney being what it is about the penny-pinching these days, who knows? maybe a conspiracy in the making! i would LOVE to see the pictures!
Originally Posted By sjdimon AWESOME! It's great to hear that they are continuing to update and operate this attraction. I know it's not one of the, shall we say, most popular of all the attractions, but I feel that it has it's place in Liberty Square, and *must* remain a part of the Magic Kingdom. It's an AMAZING tribute to the leaders of this nation, and an absolutely brilliantly (IMO) executed attraction.
Originally Posted By clatertrap Regarding Woody's comment - Why do republicans allways feel the need to constantly bash the other side? The constant spewing of venom really is getting old, and does it really have a place here discussing a partiotic attraction devoted to ALL of our past presidents?
Originally Posted By hopemax Why is the assumption made that it's just republican bashing. My DH used to be in charge of WashPIRG, a pretty liberal group, and he makes Al & Bill jokes no different than Woody's all the time.
Originally Posted By DL-2000 ::Why is the assumption made that it's just republican bashing. My DH used to be in charge of WashPIRG, a pretty liberal group, and he makes Al & Bill jokes no different than Woody's all the time.:: Yes, it's time for republicans and democrats alike to come together and face a common enemy........ ......Ralph Nader.
Originally Posted By Jim in Pasadena CA Glad to see they've decided to update this attraction -- it really is quite impressive to see all the Presidents on one stage. Funny how the more recent Presidents (from Kennedy on for me)the faces don't look quite 'right' -- reminds me of like those starving artists selling pen and ink portraits at Venice Beach -- you know it's supposed to be a picture of John Wayne -- but it's just slightly 'off.' I commend the artistry, and think Blaine Gibson is fantastic, but, like a wax museum, we're a bit forgiving on the realism.
Originally Posted By TBear6000 I saw the pictures of the new George W. Bush in the Hall of Presidents and, truthfully, I am disappointed. I am a fan of his and have seen him give a speech in person, and I did not feel that his figure did a very good job of depicting what he actually looks like. On the other hand, I'm glad he's there with a speaking role - and that they didn't close the whole attraction down. I don't care if it cost money to upkeep. Realistically, doesn't Disney have enough to spare. With the times we live in, I think it would look bad for Disney to close any patriot attraction now. And if they ever close the American Adventure at Epcot, I will be even more upset.
Originally Posted By woody >>Regarding Woody's comment - Why do republicans allways feel the need to constantly bash the other side? I'm disappointed my message was deleted because I felt I wasn't bashing anyone. I have a lot of respect for the Office of the Presidency and the Past Presidents must have respect for the Office.
Originally Posted By americaonparade WOW! The George W. Bush AA is terrible! Looks phoney, like a maniquin. Barely any resemblence. No depth, shadows, lineage to give it dimension. Plain ugly. Budget problems at WDW?
Originally Posted By americaonparade "like a wax museum, we're a bit forgiving on the realism." I disagree. Madame Tousands Wax Museum in Las Vegas has some of the most realistc wax figures I have ever seen. Bush looks likes a rush job.
Originally Posted By Doobie Can we leave the political discussion to other sections and just talk about the attraction itself here? Doobie.
Originally Posted By tmonee11 I am VERY excited to see the updated attraction complete with W when I visit next week!
Originally Posted By three_a_production i never saw the HOP before and i really enjoyed the attraction. Its a definate must see again- -em
Originally Posted By americaonparade And whats with George W's collar? Its oversized and goofy looking! Is the show inside new, that is, the film? Is it still narrated by Maya Angelou?
