It’s been awhile since we checked in with WEBmikey, Disney and animation fan extraordiniare. It turns out he has just written his review of Master Miyazaki’s latest film, Howl’s Moving Castle. Mikey gives it 4 out of 5 stars, with special note of the amazing imagery. Wired News has posted their review of Howl, they… Read More »Howl Reviews
You may have heard of the lawsuit filed by "Roger Rabbit" creator Gary Wolf for a larger share of the royalties from sales of plush and other merchandise made from the movie. The jury partially decided in Wolf’s favor but verdict swung in favor of The Walt Disney Company on the larger issue of whether… Read More »“Roger Rabbit” Verdict good for Disney
Mike Lee, owner of the Disneyscapes blog, has a beautiful eye for the endless details that make up the Disney world of themeparks. His photography blog also includes comments, often of a historical nature, for each picture. Very useful.
Disneyland turns 50 this year and it’s biggest fans are throwing one heck of a pre-party in the form of the 2005 NFFC Convention. Schedule details have recently been posted and the lineup looks great. Since Disney isn’t offering this kind of thing themselves anymore, this is your only chance to get the scoop directly… Read More »DL50th Fan Convention Schedule Posted
News is coming in that Dalt’s Classic American Grill in Burbank, CA might be closing due to a dispute with their rent. Due to its proximity to the Warner Bros and Disney Studios it is a popular hang out for staff, management and celebrities. They served good food at decent prices in a unique atmosphere.… Read More »Dalt’s Closing?
Last fall I had the opportunity to attend IAAPA‘s 2005 convention in Orlando. It was an amazing event and I inflated my knowledge of the Amusement Industry significantly by attending some of the seminars there. I’ve been meaning to write about the experience but I misplaced many of my notes during my move to Orlando.… Read More »Walt’s Revolution: By the Numbers
There has been talk of a new major theme park springing up in Central Florida with a possible opening date of 2007. The only company to have announced such an intention is Paidia’s DestiNations Theme Park and Resort. This 140 acre development would be located… Read More »New Orlando Themepark? Fact or Fiction.
Forbes is out with its top 10 list of Themeparks for 2005. Although the crown jewel of Disney’s theme park empire is rated number three, Busch Gardens in Tampa garnered number two on the list. Disney’s Animal Kingdom has fallen off leaving all of Disney’s Florida properties off the list. Guess it’s time to make… Read More »Disney World off top 10 Theme Park list