A little over two weeks after announcing they were parting ways with director Edgar Wright on “Ant-Man,” Marvel has announced his replacement. Peyton Reed will be helming the film, which is already in pre-production. Reed is best known for directing the comedies “The Break-Up” with… Read More »Marvel Confirms Peyton Reed as New Ant-Man Director
It’s almost time for one of my favorite special events of the year. Downtown Disney’s Car Masters Weekend. Held over Father’s Day weekend June 14-15 the entire shopping and dining district takes on the flavor of a classic car show with a modern twist–Car Masters Weekend features all things “Cars” plus special celebrity appearances, interactive exhibits, unique event merchandise and entertainment the whole family will enjoy.
On Downtown Disney West Side, guests can enjoy exploring the details and classic beauty of more than 100 classic, muscle and exotic vehicles from across the country. Fans also can judge their favorites along with the experts, culminating in an award ceremony Sunday. Joining in the “Cars” fun, Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway will be unveiling two new full-size custom character cars, created by Disney•Pixar “Cars” creative director Jay Ward. The #28 Aiken Axler and #80 Sage VanDerSpin cars will be used in the new Piston Cup Junior Ride-Along program, available for bookings beginning June 14. Disney•Pixar “Cars” and “Cars 2″ characters Lightning McQueen, Mater and Finn McMissle also will be stopping by the event for meet and greets.
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Last year Walt Disney World has the great idea to hold a Villains themed party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The event on Friday the 13th, was a disaster. As it was included as part of regular guest admission, every passholder and their sister with in… Read More »Villains Unleashed Special Event Announced for August 23 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Our partner website THRLLD has all the details on a new mega-coaster and entertainment complex that was just announced for the Sand Lake and International Drive area. With the Orlando Eye opening up just a few blocks away, it looks like Orlando’s primary tourist district… Read More »International Drive Area Could Get Huge New Roller Coaster
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train officially opened on May 28th. At the opening ceremony were Orlando Magic players Victor Oladipo and Tobias Harris, plus “Littles” and “Bigs” from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida. Then once the park opened seven families chosen to be the… Read More »Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Opens with a Whistle and a Song
Legendary Star Wars actor Mark Hamill, aka Luke Skywalker himself, showed off his skills with a light saber and a serious pose with Jedi Mickey as he prepared for this weekend’s appearance at Star Wars Weekends. Friday through Sunday, subject to change of course, look for… Read More »Mark Hamill Channels The Force In Preparation For Star Wars Weekends Appearance
Project Runway and America’s Got Talent host Heidi Klum visited Disneyland with her family last week. What was the occasion? Perhaps an early Birthday party (Happy Birthday Heidi!). While in Adventureland she met up with Mickey Mouse over at the Jungle Cruise for a quick… Read More »Celebrity Spotting: Heidi Klum Goes Adventuring at Disneyland
JJ Abrams was notorious for the shroud of secrecy that surrounded his productions. The amazing lengths they went to hide actors, costumes, and sets in the Star Trek films actually did manage to keep much of what was in the film out of the public… Read More »Star Wars Episode VII Director’s Response to Leaks From The Set