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Pixar Studios
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 12:36 pm
by rdeacon
As plans progress for MGM.. um to lose the MGM. Kevin Yee has posted a story with some interesting ideas on how they should restructure MGM.. um Pixar Studios
http://miceage.com/kevinyee/ky061907b.htm
What do you think of Kevin's ideas?
Rich
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 1:07 pm
by netslave
While I wouldn't want everything at MGM/whatever studios to turn into Toy Story, I would like the Backlot Tour and Lights, Motors, Action to get torn down and replaced with something actually interesting.
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 1:21 pm
by JWG
This is the right idea but carries one hefty concern; Pixar has been integrated into the parks at a level that would require removal. Maybe not at a cost that's not recoverable. I'm specifically thinking of the Monster Inc. Laugh Floor in Tomorrowland, it should be relocated to MGM or scrapped.
The Seas with Nemo and Friends? That too would seem like a recent refurb misplaced. Not that there cannot be cross over, certainly you don't only expect to see Mickey in the Magic Kingdom, but huge theme based attractions outside of "Pixar Studios" would seem like overkill.
I agree with the concept and think a Pixar themed area in MGM could do wonders for the park and that giving up on the "working studio" fib is the way to go. I think it may need more than just Star Wars, Pixar and Hollywood Blvd., likely 5 themed areas to really feel like a studio them park, but I'm 85% on board with the ideas.
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 1:43 pm
by ldzny
Looks like a well thought out plan he has. In general I like the idea.
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 2:58 pm
by Lion Sleeps Tonight
Interesting read. I just hope the Studios doesn't become all Pixar- a land within a land seems about right to me. And yeah, as it is now, the Studios is tiny. Time to step it up, Disney!
We'll just have to be patient and wait and see.
Posted: Jun Tue 19, 2007 3:08 pm
by SWHorn
I devoted a little time over ensuing columns to arguing that Disney should court Lucas more heavily and really increase the Star Wars presence in the parks.
//drool
I'm not alone! Sorry, my heart was left at "Lucasland" and I couldn't get to the Pixar part.
Posted: Jun Wed 20, 2007 10:28 am
by rdeacon
I forgot to add my comments to my own post!
I have to say I love the immersive aspect he talks about.
Instead of making it like a movie set, fake and flat, make it a land where you feel you are there. Love that. Lucasland would soooooo rock.
I think the blend of Pixar and Lucas could be a nice blend for the park. MGM needs a shot in the arm. Its been very stale for a while.
Rich
Posted: Jun Wed 20, 2007 10:56 am
by Jacca5660
Very interesting, I'm gonna take a wait and see on this one. I'm a little tired of the disappointment of the last few years. Disney has put so much out there that has never made it to reality. I'll wait for something a little more concrete..
Posted: Jun Thu 21, 2007 5:25 am
by FlatlandMounty
OK, that was well-thought of dribble. If I had to choose to make a new attraction based on an animation by Disney, or by a very popular Pixar I know what I'd choose. Except for Bug's Life, and the short Boundin' Everything they have handed us has been quality entertainment, with Disney's attention to detail and storytelling ability. Disney recognized that their animations were not doing well, but someone was delivering Disney Quality, and they acquired them.
I say, forget who made the film, and recognize the quality of the characters, the stories, and the movie. I can't wait to see a Cars ride, which I belive one is going into DLP, and I'm jealous of the Crush Coaster.
Posted: Jun Thu 21, 2007 7:53 am
by rdeacon
Jacca5660 wrote:Very interesting, I'm gonna take a wait and see on this one. I'm a little tired of the disappointment of the last few years. Disney has put so much out there that has never made it to reality. I'll wait for something a little more concrete..
This is true. But this time things might move it bit quicker, thanks to a certain wizard themed land opening down the road.
Rich
Posted: Jun Thu 21, 2007 2:17 pm
by Cheshire Cat
So Disney plops down Pixar rides and attractions throughout WDW (some where they shouldn't even belong) and now they want to make an area for MORE Pixar rides !? Won't it seem strange to people that there are Monsters Inc., Buzz Lightyear, and Nemo rides at other parks outside their respective "land" ??
edit: Nevermind. Disney is so bad at fitting themes these days, people probably wouldn't notice
Not to mention that Toy Story will now officially have two rides. This proves that Disney doesn't plan ahead, otherwise Monsters Inc. would have been put in the future "Pixar Studio".
edit2: I think It could have been a good idea if they thought of it earlier for all their current Pixar creations.
Posted: Jun Thu 21, 2007 4:35 pm
by JWG
Remember, these are the ideas of someone's blog, not of Disney per se. None of this may come to be. Though it makes sense, so hopefully it will.
Upcoming MGM Changes
Posted: Jun Thu 28, 2007 11:39 am
by rdeacon
According to
wdwmagic.com
The following changes are all schedule to be taking place, please note though, these are not yet officially confirmed, and should be treated as speculation at this time.
* The Jedi Training Academy will become a permanent addition with a brand new stage. The wall will go up July 9th.
* Mickey Avenue will officially close on July 9th 2007 and will reopen with the ride as Pixar Place.
* The Sorcerer Mickey hat will get a lighting refurb and the wall is expected to go up in July 2007.
* Playhouse Disney in Concert will be held in a large air-conditioned tent in the parking lot behind Rock 'n' Roller Coaster this year.
* A new Playhouse Disney show will be opening in February featuring the Little Einsteins, Jojo's Circus, and Mickey's Clubhouse.
* Little Einsteins and Jojo's Circus characters will have a new meet and greet area in the Animation Courtyard probably opening sometime in the fall.
* Sorcerer Mickey will have a new meet and greet inside the Animation Tour building also opening in the fall.
* Rock 'n' Roller Coaster will be going down for a major refurbishment from Labor Day to the beginning of October 2007.
* Voyage of the Little Mermaid will be going under refurbishment sometime in the next few months.
* Rosie's and Eddie's on Sunset Blvd will go under refurbishments in the next month or two for kitchen upgrades.
* Muppet Vision 3D is speculated to be switching over to a digital projection system.
* Block Party Bash will be making its debut in March 2008 and the Stars and Motor Cars parade will be retired.
* Toy Story Mania will be opening tentatively in late April 2008.
* A brand new show will be opening on a permanent basis in the ABC Theater in May 2008.
Rich
Posted: Jun Thu 28, 2007 11:47 am
by netslave
* Rock 'n' Roller Coaster will be going down for a major refurbishment from Labor Day to the beginning of October 2007.
If this is true, I'm going to cry. I have a trip in Sept. that will have Haunted Mansion closed for most of it, SSE closed for the whole time, and now possibly Rock 'n' Roller Coaster??
Posted: Jun Thu 28, 2007 12:32 pm
by Esmeralda
I think a Pixar section to MGM makes perfect sense. It's just another aspect of the movie making business.
As for the rumored updates, I'm not real thrilled about the Block Party Bash as I didn't love it in DCA. I wish MGM would start a new parade just for that park.
Oh, and the evil hat is getting new lights? Couldn't they just remove it at the same time??
