Walt Disney had a serious interest in transportation and its future; Disneyland is filled with inventive ways to move guests. This passion also held true with his TV programs; the Tomorrowland episodes often focused on challenges of traffic and population growth.… Read more...
The Right Stuff: Season One Review
Tom Wolfe’s 1979 book The Right Stuff remains one of the most inventive depictions of the space program’s early days. It takes a story of technical achievements from the history books and makes it personal. Wolfe’s style isn’t easy to present on the big screen, which makes the success of Phillip Kauffman’s 1983 film even more impressive.… Read more...
Operation Disneyland: An Ambitious Live TV Special
The opening day of Disneyland carries an infamous story of unexpected crowds, miscues, and chaos. Viewed through today’s lens 60 years later, the issues on July 17, 1955 are an aberration. Disney fans know the stories well, and it’s fun to consider the legendary park’s messy start.… Read more...