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Jul- 2023 -5 July
In Heated Battle, Disney Wanted Mediation, DeSantis Said No
It seems to be the fight that just will not end. For more than a year, The Walt Disney Company has been going back and forth with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. DeSantis began targeting Disney after former CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against Florida's Parental Rights in Education Bill. It was a bill fully supported by the second-term governor. DeSantis said that Disney didn't control the state, and h
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5 July
Daniel Radcliffe Confirms If He’ll Appear in New ‘Harry Potter’ Series
In 2001, young actor Daniel Radcliffe took on the most iconic role of his career. He was only 12 years old at the time, but the young boy took on the role of Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The film was based on the hit J.K Rowling book of the same name, which came out just four years earlier. The film was an immediate hit and launched Radcliffe — as well as his costar
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Cast Members Step In After Family Sneaks Knife into Disney Park
A Disney Park was recently surprised by an unconventional birthday celebration inside the property. A family of enthusiastic Guests managed to sneak a birthday cake and knife through security, setting up an impromptu party right in the midst of a busy pathway near the iconic castle. Vigilant Cast Members quickly intervened, and the situation looked a little tense. Let's break down what happened an
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5 July
Disney Could WIN DeSantis Fight Due to Controversial Injunction from Trump-Appointed Judge
The Disney-DeSantis feud has many in the community constantly speculating on the impact this will have on pop culture and legal outcomes in the United States. The fight is one that was surprising when it came to pass when the entertainment giant, the Walt Disney Company, took on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in a battle for free speech where the company asserts the Florida Governor is infringing on th
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5 July
“Complete Failure”: Recent Developments Have Critics Calling Out “Performative” Hollywood
The Hollywood industry has often been called out for its performative actions when it comes to diversity, equity, representation, and inclusion. While studios have been working in recent years to be more inclusive in their casting and hiring decisions—what with creating entire departments and positions to address the issue—many have criticized the big names for only doing it in the name of diversi
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5 July
New Disney Series Called Out for Praising “Genocidal Killer”
For almost four years, Disney has given fans the chance to watch some of their favorite films, along with classic television shows, and a ton of original programming on the streaming service, Disney+. Disney+ was launched just months before COVID and exploded during the pandemic. Disney+ doesn't just feature Disney, but also Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. In addition to the doz
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5 July
DeSantis Fight Weakened Disney More Than You Think
The Walt Disney Company’s feud with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is a story that we’ll likely be telling in the years to come, as a completely unexpected moment in history when a large corporation took on the governor of a state in a lawsuit that alleged the violation of free speech. What began as a disagreement when former Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against the “Don’t Say Gay” bill has certainl
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5 July
Disney Finally Reveals Update About Its Most Significant Summer Closure
If Disney attractions didn't get a tune-up now and then, it would raise more eyebrows than temporary, albeit inconvenient, closures. Guests anticipate Disney vacations more than a kid waiting for Christmas morning, and with all the planning and money that pours into these trips, it's understandable for a shut-down attraction to cause some disappointment. Still, one Disney Park closure has seemingl
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5 July
The Defunct Disney Ride Fans Want to Bring Back Sparks Never-Ending EPCOT Debate
It's July 5, 1988. The Orlando summer heat encompasses Disney's recent sensation: The World Showcase. You make your way to the 11th pavilion that just opened in May, Norway, and suddenly you're whisked from a peaceful Park perusing to an epic Viking adventure. Exactly 35 years ago today, EPCOT's cult classic ride hit the Disney scene. Maelstrom was a thrilling boat ride with twists, turns, and rev
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5 July
Disney Cruise Line is FINALLY Addressing the Most Frustrating Feature of the ‘Disney Wish’
Walt Disney Imagineers have created remarkable and magical experiences aboard Disney Cruise Line. However, what sounds amazing in theory could actually turn out to be more frustrating than it's worth. The Disney Wish, in particular, paved the way for experimentation brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. One such creation was the fancy motion-activated buttons found in the elevators of the cruise sh
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