Are They Referring To The Abandoned Pop Century Buildings?

JMarsden92 May 15, 2010
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Many years ago there was a section of Pop Century that never got completed, and sat in a “Ghost Town” stage.  Well, I just read over a release that I was given, and it makes me wonder if they are going to put that section of property to use finally.  After I thought about it I came to the conclusion that more than likely they are going to put those buildings to use, as they are already built, and modification would be cheaper than rebuild, or build.  Personally this is probably a very wise move, and will save the Disney company considerable.  Why they need more resorts right now is beyond me, but they must have a master plan.  I think that instead of spending more, and charging the customers more they should just buy diet pills, and lose some “Weight.”

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 12, 2010) – Work begins soon on an exciting new resort hotel built around the themes of Disney animation, Walt Disney World Resort announced today. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will be one-of-a-kind, featuring family suites designed around four themes: The Lion King, Cars, Finding Nemo and The Little Mermaid.  

Crowned by a 35-foot-tall model of King Triton, the family-friendly resort will have themed room interiors in its nearly 2,000 new units — 1,120 family suites in The Lion King, Cars and Finding Nemo wings and 864 themed rooms in The Little Mermaid wings. Suites will have both a living room and a bedroom.

“These themes have both compelling storylines and vivid visuals which will come together to create a truly memorable, immersive resort experience,” said Eric Jacobson, Senior Vice President of Walt Disney Imagineering.  “With more multi-generational families vacationing together, guests are looking for places where they can play together and stay together. This resort was designed with the needs of families in mind, as we continue the Disney tradition of providing a great guest experience for every taste and budget.”   
 

Added Tom Staggs, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts: “We are always looking for opportunities to expand and enhance our Walt Disney World offerings, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is a great example of those efforts. This new resort will feature some of our most beloved characters and stories in a unique and special way that we think our guests will really enjoy,” said “This project also underscores our optimism about the future, as we continue to invest in new experiences for our guests around the globe.”   

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the 26th resort at Walt Disney World, will be one-of-a-kind, with themed building exteriors and room interiors, and larger-than-life icons from the animated films in the courtyard areas. To be located next to Disney’s Pop Century Resort, all of the themed suites and rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort are expected to open by the end of 2012.  

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Let’s Have Lotso Fun

JMarsden92 May 15, 2010
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LOTSO FUN: Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear, the pink, plush and ultra-soft teddy bear from “Toy Story 3,” is the newest character to join the Disney’s Hollywood Studios family of stars. Seen here visiting the Pixar Place area inside the showbiz-themed park, Lots-o’-Huggin Bear (or “Lotso” for short) will make meet-and-greet appearances beginning May 9 inside The Magic of Disney Animation attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Also beginning May 9, Lotso will join his “Toy Story” pals in the “Block Party Bash” at the Walt Disney World theme park.

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Raglan Road Expands Lunch Offerings

JMarsden92 May 15, 2010
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Downtown Disney is home to Raglan Road.  The restaurant is very nice, and I had the opportunity to eat there a few years back.  I haven’t been there since, but wouldn’t mind going at it again.  Recently Raglan Road added a “Flat Bread” section to their lunch menu.  Lunch is available from 11am to 3pm daily.  For those watching their calories, and such please keep in mind that this is probably not meant for those using a quick weight loss product.

Fresh baked Flatbreads $12

 

Sliced Banger
- Guiness and onion infused pork sausage, caramelized red onion, grape tomatoes and Dubliner cheese.

Peppers and Goat Cheese
- Roasted baby peppers, goat cheese and grape tomatoes.

BBQ Chicken
- Grilled chicken breast with goats cheese, tomatoes red onion in Guiness BBQ sauce.

Salmon and Goats Cheese
- Salmon, goats cheese, grape tomatoes, chive dressing and watercress.

Irish Bacon and Cabbage
- Honey and whiskey-glazed Irish Bacon, sauteed cabbage, Dubliner cheddar cheese and diced potatoes.

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Tron: Legacy A Rundown Of What’s Coming

JMarsden92 May 15, 2010
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How many of you are Tron fans?  Well, if you liked Tron, then get ready for some blue light therapy.  I did like the original Tron, and can’t wait to see what they do in Tron: Legacy.  Tron: Legacy is scheduled to release in December 2010.  Some of the actors are Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner,
Garrett Hedlund, and Olivia Wilde.

The graphics in the original Tron were amazing for the technology that was present.  The new one will probably far surpass what anyone can imagine.

Tron: Legacy is an upcoming 2010 science fiction film. It is a sequel to the 1982 Academy Award-nominated film Tron. Joseph Kosinski makes his feature film directorial debut with Tron: Legacy, while the previous film director, Steven Lisberger, returns as a producer. Jeff Bridges reprises his role as Kevin Flynn, and Bruce Boxleitner his roles as Alan Bradley and Tron, while Garrett Hedlund portrays Flynn’s now-adult son, Sam.[2] The other cast members include Olivia Wilde, Beau Garrett, Michael Sheen and John Hurt.[1] At over twenty-eight years, this film marks the longest gap between a live-action film and its theatrical sequel in Hollywood history.

According to the teaser trailer shown at the 2008 and 2009 San Diego Comic-Con, the film will be presented in Digital 3-D and IMAX 3D.[3] On September 3, 2009, Walt Disney Pictures announced that Tron: Legacy will appear in theaters on December 15, 2010;[4] however, in the more recent trailer preceding Alice in Wonderland the release date was stated as being December 17, 2010.

Here is a trailer for Tron: Legacy…

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Disney’s Alice In Wonderland BluRay / DVD Contest

JMarsden92 May 15, 2010
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How would you like to have your own copy of Disney’s Alice In Wonderland?

Well, here is your chance to win a copy of it… Keep Reading…

We went to see Alice In Wonderland at the theater in Downtown Disney while we were vacationing this past Easter.  The movie was very creative.  I definitelly recommend this movie.  If you haven’t seen it, then beware that this movie is a big variation from the cartoon version from many years ago.  Johnny Depp was amazing.  Seeing the movie in 3D was a definite plus in my book.

Experience More of Wonderland …

 ON DISNEY BLU-RAY & DVD – JUNE 1, 2010

With Worldwide Theatrical Box Office Earnings Approaching the $800 Million Mark, Tim Burton’s Take on the Classic Tales Wins Fans Everywhere

Burbank, Calif., April 16, 2010 – Following a record-breaking theatrical performance, Tim Burton’s epic fantasy adventure ALICE IN WONDERLAND, Disney’s 4th biggest film of all time, takes its booming box-office success into the home with a Disney 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy), 1-Disc Blu-ray and 1-Disc DVD on June 1, 2010, from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (WDSHE).

The ALICE IN WONDERLAND Blu-ray DiscTM Combo Pack provides audiences with the chance to experience a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time in pristine 1080p picture and Dolby Digital 5.1 HD surround sound quality and has been especially packaged with family and fans in mind – with lots of exciting bonus features and an extra DVD and Digital Copy of the movie.

The Blu-ray Disc versions of the film include nine bonus features that take viewers deeper into the famous “Rabbit Hole” – exploring more of the world of Wonderland, its iconic characters and the making of the film. Features include the making of the Futterwacken Dance, a look inside the world of the Mad Hatter and Johnny Depp’s transformation, Tim Burton’s vision for the movie and its characters, the visual effects of growing and shrinking of Alice, costume designs, music, stunts and more.

The suggested retail prices for ALICE IN WONDERLAND are as follows: The 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy) is $44.99 (US)/$51.99 (Canada); the 1-Disc Blu-ray is $39.99 (US) /$44.99 (Canada); and the Single Disc DVD is $29.99 (US)/$35.99 (Canada). 

Film Synopsis:

Tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice for a fantastical new adventure from Walt Disney Pictures and Tim Burton. Inviting and magical, ALICE IN WONDERLAND is an imaginative new twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. Alice (Mia Wasikowska), now 19 years old, returns to the whimsical world she first entered as a child and embarks on a journey to discover her true destiny. Wonderland is a world beyond your imagination and unlike anything you’ve seen before. The extraordinary characters you’ve loved come to life richer and more colorful than ever. There’s the Mad Hatter (Johnny Depp), the White Queen (Anne Hathaway), the Red Queen (Helena Bonham Carter), the White Rabbit (Michael Sheen) and more. A triumphant cinematic experience – ALICE IN WONDERLAND is an incredible feast for your eyes, ears and heart that will captivate audiences of all sizes.

The film’s opening weekend made ALICE IN WONDERLAND the highest-grossing non-sequel opening weekend in history, the biggest March opening of all time, the biggest 3D opening of all time and the biggest IMAX opening of all time.

Bonus Features:

DVD:

Finding Alice – It’s all things Alice. This featurette includes Tim Burton’s vision for the characters, differences from the book and Disney’s version of Alice and how she evolves as both a character and actor as she takes an adventure through Wonderland.

The Mad Hatter – Audiences are provided with a deeper look into the world of the Mad Hatter. Check out Johnny Depp’s early sketches, make-up, costumes and how they digitally enhanced his eyes.

Effecting Wonderland – A behind-the-scenes piece on the different technologies used to create some of the most beloved characters in the film – Stayne, Tweedledee, Tweedledum, Bandersnatch and the Red Queen.

BLU-RAY:

Everything on the DVD plus:

The Futterwacken Dance – Futterwhat? Check out the making of the timeless dance called the Futterwacken.

The Red Queen – The creation of the Red Queen from start to finish, including early Tim Burton sketches showcasing costume designs, make-up and digital effects.

Time-Lapse: Sculpting the Red Queen – A short time-lapse piece showing Helena Bonham Carter as she gets her make-up done. A three-hour process can be watched in just a few short minutes.

The White Queen – An interview with Anne Hathaway, who plays Wonderland’s good queen, about her character’s journey throughout the process of the film.

Scoring Wonderland – Composer Danny Elfman and Tim Burton discuss the music for the movie.

Stunts of Wonderland – A featurette highlighting some of the biggest stunts in the film.

Making the Proper Size – An inside look at the visual effects process of growing and shrinking Alice. See how filmmakers used different techniques to stay true to the storyline.

Cakes of Wonderland – Take a trip to “Cake Divas” where the creators of the EAT ME cakes provide viewers with details about how they made the smallest crumb to the largest cake in scale.

Tea Party Props – Tea cups, saucers, cakes and more. Prop master Doug Harlocker gives an overview of all the props used to bring the famous tea party scene together visually.

 Disc Details:                          BLU-RAY                         DVD
Street Date June 1, 1010 June 1, 2010
Direct Prebook April 6, 2010 April 6, 2010
Distributor Prebook April 20, 2010 April 20, 2010
Suggested Retail Price 3-Disc Combo Pack – $44.99 US/$51.99 Canada1-Disc BD – $39.99 US/$44.99 Canada 1-Disc DVD $29.99/$35.99 Canada
Feature Run Time 109 minutes 109 minutes
Rated U.S.: PG, Bonus Materials Not RatedCanada: PG (CF: G) U.S.: PG, Bonus Materials Not RatedCanada: PG (CF: G)
Aspect Ratio 1080p High Definition Widescreen (1:78:1) Widescreen (1:78:1); Enhanced for 16×9 Televisions
Sound Digital Dolby 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio 48kHz/24-hit Digital Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound
Languages Primary Language: EnglishTracks: French and Spanish Primary Language: EnglishTracks: French and Spanish
Subtitles Spanish, French Spanish, French
       

About Disney Combo Packs:

To provide consumers with unprecedented quality, value and portability of their favorite Disney classics, in 2008 WDSHE pioneered the Combo Pack – a Blu-ray Disc plus a DVD and in some cases a Digital Copy of the movie in a single package. Current 2010 Disney titles available as Combo Packs include Ponyo, Toy Story, Toy Story 2 and Princess and the Frog.

About Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment:

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, a recognized leader in the home entertainment industry, is the marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax and Buena Vista product, which includes DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ and electronic distribution. Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment is a division of The Walt Disney Studios.

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