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Aug- 2023 -24 August
Disney Unveils Four New Rides Coming to Park
Walt Disney dreamed of creating a theme park that was never finished, and all could enjoy. While he very much succeeded in this endeavor, his company has extended his vision over the years. To date, the Walt Disney Company has opened six parks across the globe. This number is likely to increase as time passes, but these six parks have been hard at work constructing new attractions and offerings fo
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24 August
Disney Park Ride Extends Closure Reportedly Due to Hurricane Hilary
One classic Disney Park ride has extended its closure due to refurbishment due to the effects of Hurricane Hilary in Southern California. Every Disney fan knows the pain of their favorite Disney Park ride being shut down—whether temporarily for some TLC and refurbishment or more permanently, as in the case of the iconic Splash Mountain. Splash Mountain's permanent retheme to Tiana's Bayou Adventur
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24 August
Journalist Blasts ‘Snow White’ and “Insufferable” Disney Princesses
Yet another journalist has spoken out, slamming the new age of “insufferable” Disney Princesses and arguing against Disney’s current trend. The new Snow White movie, set to release on March 22, 2024, has been causing waves recently when old videos of lead actress Rachel Zegler, who plays the titular character in the upcoming Snow White remake, resurfaced online wherein Zegler was trashing the 1937
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23 August
Did Disney ‘Hocus Pocus’ Its New ‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie?
On July 28, Walt Disney Studios released its newest live-action film, Haunted Mansion. The movie tells the story of Gabbie, a single mother who moves into a New Orleans mansion with her young son. Unfortunately, the spirits who inhabit the mansion are not happy to see them. Gabbie must enlist the help of a paranormal investigator, a priest, a psychic, and a professor if she and her son hope to lea
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23 August
Writers’ Strike Continues After “Lecture” From Bob Iger and Team During Negotiations
It's been more than 100 days since Hollywood writers stepped away from their computers and stepped onto the picket lines. The Writers Guild of America announced that its thousands of writers would be on strike after the Guild and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) failed to agree on a new contract. The strike is on its way to becoming the longest writers' strike in his
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23 August
Disney Introduces Baymax Bread That’s Way Too Cute to Eat
Disneyland Resort's California Adventure Park is gearing up to showcase its reimagined Pacific Wharf area. Come August 31, the entire location will be reopened to the public as San Fransokyo Square, and at its heart lies a delectable surprise that is too adorable to even think of eating! Meet healthcare companion Baymax in bread form. While carbs are only an important part of every healthcare plan
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23 August
Tiana’s Palace Gets Mouthwatering New Menu!
And I'm almost there I'm almost there People gonna come here from everywhere And I'm almost there I'm almost there We are almost there, Disney fans! In just about two weeks, a new Princess and the Frog restaurant will make its premiere. Tiana's Palace will open on September 7 in Disneyland Park. The new eatery will be located in New Orleans Square (of course) and will take the space once inhabited
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23 August
Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke Reveals New Talent
Few actors are as beloved as Mary Poppins star Dick Van Dyke. The 97-year-old is known for his kind heart, warm smile, and ability to radiate warmth to anyone and everyone he meets. Before starring as Bert in the hit movie musical, Van Dyke had a number of smaller roles, but Mary Poppins shot him to superstardom. Many people will remember him for his classic sitcom, The Dick Van Dyke Show, but his
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23 August
Ambitious Animation Goals Will Force Disney to Step up Its Game
Disney is not untouchable. This is definitely the highlight of what we have learned this year amid an increasingly picky theater audience. Moviegoers are becoming immune to repeated bashes of nostalgia from live-action remakes and want something familiar yet fresh. The Barbie movie has just proven this singlehandedly, but another huge success earlier this year may be a wound that keeps coming back
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23 August
Is Disney World Attendance on the Rise After Low Summer Crowds?
Disney World appears to be experiencing a surge in attendance after the traditional summer vacation season has ended. While the Florida theme park suffered a bit of a downtrend in recent months, wait times seem to be holding or even increasing lately. However, outside of additional crowds, there may be a few more reasons surrounding this, according to park visitors on social media and other unexpe
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