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Disneyland Elephant Gets A Lift

When a Jungle Cruise elephant reaches that stage in its life when a “tune-up” is needed, you can’t just walk them out for some TLC. That’s largely because they’re bolted to the floor, but also unless you’re Lucky the Dinosaur, most AA’s don’t walk. So… Read More »Disneyland Elephant Gets A Lift

Hump Day Humor

Congratulations, you made it to Wednesday. Here’s are a couple funny videos to get you over the hump and moving toward the weekend.

The Incredible Deflating President Lincoln

I don’t know about you, but that had me laughing for a good five minutes. Alas, that was an older model Audio-Animatronic, so don’t expect to see him malfunction in exactly that same way in the future.

Two more funny vids below the jump:

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Luxo Audio Animatronic going dark at DHS

From WDWMagic we get word that the Luxo Lamp Animatronic that lights up Pixar Place in Disney’s Hollywood Studios with its dancing antics will dance no more. This is a quick end to a park detail that never got the chance for its moment in… Read More »Luxo Audio Animatronic going dark at DHS

Mr Lincoln finally returns to Disneyland

Since I was one of those who fairly laid into Disneyland for not immediately bringing back Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln at the end of the 50th Anniversary celebration, I’m obligated to report that the park has finally brought the show back. I’ve not seen it myself, but many who have report that the attraction has been returned to its former glory (well, for the most part).

The chief complaint is that the new facial technology brings the audio-animatronic figure too close to the uncanny valley. This new form of hybrid figure has facial movements controlled via electronics and body movements controlled the old fashioned hydrolic way. Apparently Tony Baxter says that all AA’s will be hybrids going forward. Have you see it, let us know what you think in the comments below.

More details on the new show below the jump. Also visit LaughingPlace.com’s coverage of the re-opening.

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The Hall of Presidents Transformed

Update: video of President Obama as he records his lines for the show. “I [name] do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution… Read More »The Hall of Presidents Transformed