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New nighttime show 'Rivers of Light' confirmed to be coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom
- Thread starter wdwmagic
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Gotcha. The site that must not be named commented on the periscope saying "wow that's it?" basically implying a significant amount was cut from the show.
It was my understanding that one reasons for the cuts was that CM feedback said parts of the show were dragging on too long - any truth to that?
FigmentJedi
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The vertical aspect ratio with comment streams doesn't really do a show with this many moving elements that many favors.
I'm more surprised at how much the "Parade of the Animal Spirits" section got shaved down.
Coaster Lover
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Yeah, not sure how I feel about the ending, but not sure what else could be done... guess I'll have to wait to see it in person...
The cast preview version was 18mins, and I believe it is now at around 15. The cuts are relatively minor.
Jeremy Geertsema
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So, when do y'all think normal people can watch it?
Tonight's full show tells you how close to being ready it is
Thanks for the clarification. Personally, I think 15 minutes is a decent time for a nighttime spectacular. I'm just excited to possibly see it - we check in on the 12th!
xdan0920
Think for yourselfer
That's probably a good date to check in on
RMichael21
Well-Known Member
Am I the only one that actually thinks the ending is pretty good? The comments from the CM Preview had it sounding like the ending kind of just faded off, but I found this had a nice 'oomph'/finality to it.
But, I'd say some low-level, eco-friendly pyro could be the cherry on top.
But, I'd say some low-level, eco-friendly pyro could be the cherry on top.
180º
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Me too. I thought that was one of the more visually interesting parts of the show, and I loved the full segment on the accidentally-released soundtrack.
Also:
@prfctlyximprct LOL
The first CM preview had no pyro
RMichael21
Well-Known Member
Yeah, I know.
I mean, more than just fire. Fire's cool, but something that has a relative 'bang' (not the sound, just the effect) to it. Because fire's used before the final moment, it doesn't have quite the wow factor another effect would have.
danlb_2000
Premium Member
I liked the ending, and I imagine it will look even better in person.
RMichael21
Well-Known Member
Good point. Personally, I think this is a great addition to DAK, and worth the wait.
Magic Feather
Well-Known Member
While the finale is more... subtle than those of most WDW spectaculars, IMO it reaches the level of what it needs. I can see how sone can find it dissapointing, but it is important to note that the shiw wasn't meant to be in your face, but rather elegant and grand. I think it accomplishes its job, but with the hype that has gone into the anticipation, it lacks what some need.
prfctlyximprct
Well-Known Member
Animal kingdom is the most beautifully detailed theme park in all of the world. And it's not the snack you in the face sort of details, it's the subtle charms that are constantly discovered with each additional visit. I cried watching Rivers of Light on my iPad as comments scrolled over the lotus flowers and the screen was held vertically. I CRIED. It's perfect. I hope it opens once and for all.
ToTBellHop
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Looks like we are ready for roll-out! Gorgeous!