Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
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We all take the artistry of theme park attractions for granted, especially ones with less obvious work. We marvel at animatronics on Pirates of the Caribbean or thrills in Space Mountain because the work is out in front.… Read more...
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Disney’s history with theme park movie adaptations is mixed. Pirates of the Caribbean charmed audiences, but The Haunted Mansion and The Country Bears fell short. Consequently, I entered the theater to watch Tomorrowland back in 2015 with both trepidation and excitement.… Read more...
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I recently visited Marceline for the first time, and I realized how little I know about Walt Disney the man. I’ve learned about his work on Disney’s classic animated films and Disneyland, but there is more to the story.… Read more...