Smart talk and stories behind the magic of theme parks
Movie studios commonly release companion books that fill in gaps left open by their films. It’s a smart business decision, but many offer little beyond a few interesting tidbits. If any release deserved extra material, it was Tomorrowland.… Read more...
It’s easy to dismiss the Disney theme parks as one-note fantasies with little connection to real life. They can point to the corporation behind the scenes as evidence that profits are the only goal.… Read more...
“Walt Disney was not content to be the most influential entertainment figure of the 20th century; he also wanted to become the most influential urban planner of the 21st century.” – Sam Gennawey, Walt and the Promise of Progress City
When most people think of Disney theme parks, it brings to mind Mickey Mouse, princesses, and creating magic.… Read more...