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Apr- 2023 -22 April
“Disney+ Original” is the New “Straight-to-Video”
They say every generation has its own word or phrase for the same thing. In the case of Disney movies, what was once known as “straight-to-video” movies are now known as “Disney+ Originals.” The connotation means the exact same thing: that whatever movie we are about to watch was not deemed good enough for producers to risk spending the money for a proper theatrical run. An
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22 April
These Disney Spots Have Lost Their “Secret” Status
Once upon a time, Walt Disney World Resort has some pretty cool secret spots only well-educated Guests knew to access. But, like most truly awesome things, the “best-kept secret” becomes known by too many people, and we have to accept that their status evolves to a “not-so-secret spot,” and eventually just becomes one of the best spots to hit. It is time that we do what mus
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22 April
DeSantis Forgives Disney In Hilarious Satire
Metaphorical shots continue to be fired between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, and now tensions are apparently high enough to be worthy of mockery! In a parody article on the website called The Onion, Governor Ron DeSantis apparently decides to make amends with Disney — but only after he is cast in a small role as part of The Mandalorian, a popular Star Wars show on Disney+. Accor
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22 April
Expert Studies Disneybounding, Finds Surprising Results About Millennials
Any Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort fan worth their salt knows the term “Disneybounding,” which essentially involves dressing in clothing and accessories that mimic Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, or Pixar characters' costumes — without, of course, violating Disney's famously-stringent dress code rules in the Disney Parks. Disneybounding is Disney Guests' workaround when
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22 April
Obnoxious Guests Treat Disney World Fountain Like Swimming Pool
Visiting Walt Disney World Resort is a very exciting — but also very exhausting — experience. Days are long, lines can feel even longer, and, if you visit during the Spring and Summer months, the heat can be brutal. A great way to escape the heat and refuel for your evening in the Parks is to head back to your Disney hotel and maybe take a dip in one of the great swimming pools. Each a
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22 April
Disney Backtracks, Removes ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Actor After Backlash
Stop the presses! Disney has done the unthinkable and actually changed its Lilo & Stitch movie cast promptly after an onslaught of negative feedback from potential audience members! The new Lilo & Stitch live-action adaptation of the 2002 cult favorite animated movie about a Hawaiian girl and her blue Elvis-loving alien friend Stitch has been causing plenty of controversies lately, with some contr
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22 April
Disney World Cast Member Arrested, Caught Shooting ‘Upskirt’ Videos of Guests
Another Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member was put behind bars by Orange County Sheriff deputies after Guest reports led to the discovery of hundreds of “upskirt” videos of Disney Park Guests. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the deputies responded to requests after someone reported 26-year-old Jorge Diazvega to Park officials for recording an “up skirt video of a female guest” on
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22 April
Chris Pratt, ‘Guardians’ Cast Visit Avengers Campus
Heroes have assembled at Avengers Campus! Promoting their upcoming movie, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Chris Pratt, James Gunn, and the rest of the cast arrived at Disney's Marvel-themed land for a special photo call. Shared to Twitter by Disneyland Paris insider DLPReport, the Guardians held the press event for their new movie at Marvel's newest Avengers Campus located at Walt Disney Studios P
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22 April
Adorable New Popcorn Bucket Now Available at Disney World!
In October 2020, Walt Disney World Resort celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The main celebration occurred at the Magic Kingdom, since that was the only theme park open for 50 years. The celebration lasted an incredible 18 months. During that time, EPCOT celebrated its 40th Anniversary. The 50th celebration ended on March 31. Less than one month later, another Disney World theme park is celebrating
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22 April
Original Actor In Talks to Return For Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Walt Disney Animation is known for creating some of the most iconic movies of all time. From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Cinderella, Bambi, Frozen, Moana, and so many more. Nowadays, Disney still makes some great original films, but they appear to be more focused on live-action remakes. Some of the remakes — like Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin — were huge hits. Ot
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