Mickey's New 'Old' Image ...

[WDW1974]

Just thought I'd post this ... I think it's an interesting read for Disney fans and I support what Disney is doing here.

They've blanded Mickey, a great character, down to being a corporate logo when he's so much more. And this looks like a first move back in the right direction ... even if it scares the white-bread stroller brigade.


http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2009/1...s-edge-back%2F

[tirian]

Originally Posted by WDW1974

Just thought I'd post this ... I think it's an interesting read for Disney fans and I support what Disney is doing here.

They've blanded Mickey, a great character, down to being a corporate logo when he's so much more. And this looks like a first move back in the right direction ... even if it scares the white-bread stroller brigade.


http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2009/11/05/mickey-mouse-gets-his-edge-back/?icid=main|htmlws-main-n|dl2|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.walletpop.com%2Fblog% 2F2009%2F11%2F05%2Fmickey-mouse-gets-his-edge-back%2F

Although I've been keeping up with "Epic Mickey" since it was announced, I read another article about this on CNET yesterday morning.

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13772_3-10...html?tag=mncol

I'm thrilled—absolutely elated—to see Disney allowing the Mouse to get his quirky personality back. Audiences in the late 20s fell in love with a slightly mischievous, plucky character, not a bland smiley face that laughs three times for every two words spoken.

Now that the Walt Disney Treasures DVDs and the smaller collections have been selling well, I'm pleased to see Mickey will matter to kids again.

[wm49rs]

Here's another article on Epic Mickey that actually appeared on the front page of the NY Times yesterday:

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/05/bu...20mouse&st=cse

[EPCOT Explorer]

I remember hearing about Mickey's rebranding on this site shortly after I joined...and frankly, I was against it. I thought that he's superseeded himself in a way, and IS the icon for Disney, and honestly should be left alone. He couldn't be "real" becuase Disney isn't real. Disney is timeless, rich in nostalgic...In that, I thought that he should be left him "pure", innocent, and a symbol...


HOWEVER....


I'm wrong. Having Mickey BACK as a character that actually goes on adventures and actually IS in a story is something GREAT. Like Tiri mentioned...Back to his old plucky self. A self that Walt himself made.

So...Welcome back, Mickey Mouse.


On another note...I would buy a game system just for this game. Looks FANTASTIC. I hope that they at least make merch.

[Tahu]

I'm surprised all those negative comments aren't making me rage, but laugh instead. Mickey needs this whole shift to a more dynamic personality. Would be great if they brought in more of those European Disney comics. Wizards of Mickey being brought to the US is a start (where I got my awesome avatar), but we need some of those awesome detective stories too.

[Disneylover1302]

In the original website that was posted the Picture of Mickey scared the heck out of me for a second!

[Tahu]

Originally Posted by EPCOT Explorer

HOWEVER....


I'm wrong. Having Mickey BACK as a character that actually goes on adventures and actually IS in a story is something GREAT. Like Tiri mentioned...Back to his old plucky self. A self that Walt himself made.

So...Welcome back, Mickey Mouse.


On another note...I would buy a game system just for this game. Looks FANTASTIC. I hope that they at least make merch.

Not to mention the possibilities that the Wasteland in Epic Mickey might include some Epcot stuff. Crossing my fingers for Figment and Dreamfinder.

[EPCOT Explorer]

Originally Posted by Tahu

Not to mention the possibilities that the Wasteland in Epic Mickey might include some Epcot stuff. Crossing my fingers for Figment and Dreamfinder.

I know. It can be huge!


But you mentioned negative comments in a earlier post? I admitted I was wrong....

[Disneylover1302]

Now I starting to think would the game hurt Mickey's image to kids who love him and think he's so nice!?

[_Scar]

This def. hurts Mickey's image. Mickey was never meant to be mean or violent. That's what Donald's for.

Hope this never makes its way as a costume to any Disney park.

[EPCOT Explorer]

Originally Posted by _Scar

This def. hurts Mickey's image. Mickey was never meant to be mean or violent. That's what Donald's for.

Hope this never makes its way as a costume to any Disney park.

Ever watch Steamboat Willie?


Sheesh.

[Tahu]

Originally Posted by EPCOT Explorer

I know. It can be huge!


But you mentioned negative comments in a earlier post? I admitted I was wrong....

I meant on the article comments, with the concerned soccer moms afraid this game will make their children into monsters.

Originally Posted by _Scar

This def. hurts Mickey's image. Mickey was never meant to be mean or violent. That's what Donald's for.

Someone has never watched any of the older cartoons where he abused animals as musical instruments, forced himself on Minnie, got into a ton of fights and constantly causing mischief.
When Mickey was becoming more of an icon, they split parts of that old personality off. Donald is basically Mickey's old attitude, Goofy his naive side, Pluto his loyalty.

[Disneylover1302]

Originally Posted by _Scar

This def. hurts Mickey's image. Mickey was never meant to be mean or violent. That's what Donald's for.

Hope this never makes its way as a costume to any Disney park.

I dont think it would make its way to the parks! Remember there is only one Mickey at the Parks!

[Tahu]

Originally Posted by Disneylover1302

I dont think it would make its way to the parks! Remember there is only one Mickey at the Parks!

Not so sure about costume characters, but Spector is hoping for an Epic Mickey ride and movie.

[EPCOT Explorer]

Originally Posted by Tahu

I meant on the article comments, with the concerned soccer moms afraid this game will make their children into monsters.



Someone has never watched any of the older cartoons where he abused animals as musical instruments, forced himself on Minnie, got into a ton of fights and constantly causing mischief.
When Mickey was becoming more of an icon, they split parts of that old personality off. Donald is basically Mickey's old attitude, Goofy his naive side, Pluto his loyalty.

I have to say it...Mickey was anything but "Disney".