MK Tiana's Bayou Adventure - latest details and construction progress

SpectroMan93

SpectroMan93

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Aside from the finale, which I think looks very vibrant and kinetic, I came away from that video feeling…nothing. The scenes lack energy, tension, personality, story-telling. And the issue isn’t the story itself. Even though it’s a bit vapid, there’s so much potential for camp and whimsy in searching the bayou for critters that play instruments. It feels like the imagineers used the impressive AA technology as a crutch and the end product just feels…soulless.

I hate typing this because I’ve been optimistic about this overhaul since day 1, despite replacing one of my favorite attractions. But after watching that POV, I can’t pretend I’m not disappointed. Can only hope the in-person experience is better.
 
Disney Glimpses

Disney Glimpses

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celluloid said:
The POV release itself is so odd, and a conversation seperate altogether.

What is going on?

Was this an attempt to put the fanatics who were going to try and show up expecting a standby or still put thousands who are ok not trying to book a virtual queue every morning at bay for a bit until they let the larger revenue-based guests ride?
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Pretty much. Their attempt to thwart any bad perceptions that they think may be derived from poor quality footage. That being said, the quality of this production is not great. The dynamic range is horrible as is the audio. I fully expect vlogger or guests to produce videos of much better quality.
 
EagleScout610

EagleScout610

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Upon re-watching the POV, I noticed there's a lot of space where the figures with dialogue visibly 'reset' for the next boat while the camera is still on them, case in point are the Tianas on the upper level. Hoping that's something that'll be fixed because it gives alot of space where Tiana just kind of stares at you then seems to wake up.
 
Incomudro

Incomudro

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SpectroMan93 said:
Aside from the finale, which I think looks very vibrant and kinetic, I came away from that video feeling…nothing. The scenes lack energy, tension, personality, story-telling. And the issue isn’t the story itself. Even though it’s a bit vapid, there’s so much potential for camp and whimsy in searching the bayou for critters that play instruments. It feels like the imagineers used the impressive AA technology as a crutch and the end product just feels…soulless.

I hate typing this because I’ve been optimistic about this overhaul since day 1, despite replacing one of my favorite attractions. But after watching that POV, I can’t pretend I’m not disappointed. Can only hope the in-person experience is better.
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Yes, nothing happens with the search.
Each time we see the critters, there are simply more of them playing together.
Old Disney would have crafted some cute and funny props, sets, etc., to tie in rounding up these animals.
 
Earlie the Pearlie

Earlie the Pearlie

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I'm withholding judgement until I see it in person, but...
I was super excited for this. But from what I've seen of the POV (I skimmed it, I really want to get the full experience in person) it's only pretty good.
I don't know. I really want to love it. I was even downplaying how amazing my memories of the predecessor-that-shall-not-be-named were in the hopes of liking this one as a unique product. But now I'm worried that I put my confidence in the wrong place. Maybe it's fine, maybe it's great in person. I suppose I'll see in two months.
 
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themerebear6453

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SuddenStorm said:
Baxter talked about this in an interview a few months back. I think it's more relevant now than ever-

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I think watching this video gave me a new perspective on how my daughter might react to this overhaul. Treating the lift like a fun celebration then hauling you over a waterfall may feel deceptive to younger riders. I can see some children feeling betrayed by the drop. Yes, you see it outside, but four-year-olds are tall enough to ride this, and they might not make the full connection to the drop outside and the hill leading to it. The buzzards match so well to the anxiety you should feel reaching the hill. Mama Odi feels confusing. I wish she would tease you just a little on the way up.
 
SuddenStorm

SuddenStorm

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themerebear6453 said:
I think watching this video gave me a new perspective on how my daughter might react to this overhaul. Treating the lift like a fun celebration then hauling you over a waterfall may feel deceptive to younger riders. I can see some children feeling betrayed by the drop. Yes, you see it outside, but four-year-olds are tall enough to ride this, and they might not make the full connection to the drop outside and the hill leading to it. The buzzards match so well to the anxiety you should feel reaching the hill. Mama Odi feels confusing.
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I went to Disneyland with some extended family about five years ago. My cousins, who are toddlers, went on Snow White's Scary Adventures. Sure they set it up to be scary in the queue, but it's a Snow White ride... they were in tears at the end because it was terrifying for them. Disney has since toned it down considerably.

I imagine this will be that times 10, since the drop doesn't fit the feel of the attraction.
 
LittleBuford

LittleBuford

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I just finished the video. Alas, I can’t deny that I’m disappointed. Unlike some here, I don’t think the ride looks empty—I find the interiors sufficiently lush and interesting—but the lack of any narrative tension or excitement is very much to the detriment of the experience. I also really dislike the screens.

I don’t think it’s a bad attraction in itself, and I’m reasonably confident it will be more enjoyable in person, but the final product isn’t strong enough to stop me from missing Splash.
 
aladdin2007

aladdin2007

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SpectroMan93 said:
Aside from the finale, which I think looks very vibrant and kinetic, I came away from that video feeling…nothing. The scenes lack energy, tension, personality, story-telling. And the issue isn’t the story itself. Even though it’s a bit vapid, there’s so much potential for camp and whimsy in searching the bayou for critters that play instruments. It feels like the imagineers used the impressive AA technology as a crutch and the end product just feels…soulless.

I hate typing this because I’ve been optimistic about this overhaul since day 1, despite replacing one of my favorite attractions. But after watching that POV, I can’t pretend I’m not disappointed. Can only hope the in-person experience is better.
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it looks like navi river journey in the bayou scenes. they obviously chose night scenes on purpose so they could fill most of the space with....nothing... as feared.....saving $$$.
No more details and critter homes and little critters....all replaced with dark foliage. The musical critters are way too big!!! Another thing purposely done to fill space so they wouldn't have to fill it.

It annoys me that for the most part the only song used is almost there...really? that was the best?
They barely used dig a little deeper just barely...which is a waste as it was one one of the best and strongest songs. I wanted to see scenes of blue skies and sunshine with that playing, but there isn't any.

No Naveen or any other characters, sorry but him stashed off to the side in the end doesn't count. Its the same tiana with the same gestures all the way through and mostly by herself,,whats that about...and no details around her scenes in the bayou or louis's. They are just there, talking..... A FEA 2.0 that just looks nicer.

the signs/banners,,,well we all know that's a forced mess already so no need to go over it again.

at the same time the video is not great, too choppy and edited so still want to see a beginning to end ride through. What is where the very first brer frog animatronic was after starting on splashes ride? nothing now?

The worst part is the story...no one could agree on the story for this so they just threw it all in the pot?

with that said yes it looks nice and is fresh,,the rubes will love it and Disney will be happy they are clearly pushing all their agendas down everyone's throats with this....but.......I think with some additions and tweaks it could be better. The laughing place area is barren they could have filled it with frogs galore or something. But I am impressed to see the jumping fountains return...shocked actually...how long will they last though, ops are going to treat this just like splash.

what they did was cleared the entire thing of all charm and details, for a few impressive animatronics to save on maintence. Thats what the budget went to was the few figures they did...and way too many unnecessary banners/signs sheesh...

the finale ending scenes are the best, the song is catchy....but something is off I dont know....Ive already said that the hanging wisteria is bad...so I dont know.....I guess I would have just preferred an attraction based on the movie with all its characters and how they look in the movie and its soundtrack,,,instead they had to get political or w or call it what you want, thanks to their focus groups in charge.
 
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