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The Reluctant Dragon (Walt Disney Feature Animation #4)

08.21.2020 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Sir Giles and the dragon do a fake battle in Disney's fourth animated film. — Sir Giles and the dragon set up their “battle” in *The Reluctant Dragon*.

It took me a long time to catch up with The Reluctant Dragon; my first viewing was on Turner Classic Movies in 2015. It represents a hidden gem from Disney’s past that deserves a lot more attention.… Read more...

The EPCOT Film: A Lost Dream of Tomorrow

08.19.2020 by Dan Heaton // 4 Comments

Walt Disney stands in front of amazing concepts of his Experimental Prototype City of Tomorrow. — Walt Disney describes the EPCOT project in front of incredible concept art.

EPCOT is one of my favorite places, especially its early days. It started with a much-different concept for an Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. When Walt Disney looked at the Florida project, the Magic Kingdom park that would mirror Disneyland was not a priority.… Read more...

113. Valerie Marino on Walt Disney World During a Pandemic

08.17.2020 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Cinderella Castle at The Magic Kingdom in a very different world of September 2019.

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It’s definitely a new era for many things in our current world, including theme parks. I did not expect a scenario where I wouldn’t feel comfortable visiting Walt Disney World.… Read more...