Two interesting Comic book stories about Disney in the news today. In an article that mostly rehashes previous coverage the AP writes about Disney’s acquisition of the Marvel brand of comics and how any value opportunities will have to come from the marginal characters. Of… Read More »Comic moves by Disney
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.
Like mixtapes from the 80s, video remix’s are growing in popularity. Of course, it takes a bit more talent. Artist Nick Bertke (aka Pogo) has created this video using samples from Pixar’s Up. The music is an inventive piece composed using chords, bass notes and… Read More »UPular
WFTV is reporting on a Walt Disney World resort bus that crashed near the gates to the Magic Kingdom last night. Injuries were reported, but no word on their severity. Video shows that the accident was nothing serious. This is yet another accident in a… Read More »Bus Crash at Magic Kingdom with reported injuries
Philip K. Dick is best known for his science fiction writing. But he did dabble once in the fantasy genre. The result was “King of the Elves”, which Disney announced would be one of their 2012 animated feature releases. Slashfilm just ran a story that… Read More »King of the Elves in question?
Did you miss the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade on ABC this morning? Pretty much what you expected, a giant ad for Disney parks and cruises next year. But entertaining if that’s your thing. It is mine. No need to fret or frown, you can… Read More »Tilt-Shift Disney Christmas Day Parade Video
Back a few years ago when Disneyland had their “Hometown Holiday” promotion, I had an idea for a song that would be a perfect companion. I have the melody in my head, but unfortunately, no one to help me arrange or record it. Maybe one… Read More »Lyrics to Christmas Time at Disneyland
I somehow missed the news that three unions at Disneyland Paris were on the verge of a Christmas week strike. The strike began on the 23rd, one of the busiest days of the year for the parks, over demands for wage increases in 2010. Cast… Read More »Christmas Strike at Disneyland Paris