erasure fan1
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Well, lets be honest. Did anyone really think that this wasn't going to end up going this way when we got to this time frame. Lol.
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The Imagineering Story on Disney+
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Magenta Panther
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Crap, THIS again.
Tell me, when people hear the words "Pinocchio", or "Peter Pan", or "Mary Poppins", what pops into their minds? The books they were based on, or the Disney film adaptations? Bingo! It's the Disney version people remember and love the most. That's because of the art Walt and his crew put into those versions. That's the Disney difference. There have been adaptations of books-into-films that have failed, but very few of those were produced by the Disney company. It's remarkable how successful the Disney adaptations have been. Their popularity has spanned generations and are beloved all over the world. When Walt and company got through with a book adaptation, it was an entity separate from the original. It was often better than the original. That's why, when I hear that Disney is going to adapt this book or that book for a film, I still get excited, even though Walt is long gone. That's the legacy of quality that Walt left behind. He didn't just buy up an already-adapted/played out franchise with the thought of reaping riches from merchandising - that's the way Iger thinks. Walt did what he did because of creative passion. Please don't act like he was an "exploiter". He didn't just "exploit" other's creations - he ENRICHED them. Once again - the Disney difference.
This nonsense again.
Disney, and Walt himself, took ideas from others. They appropriated, bought, and licensed.
And yeah, people were familiar with the books. That's why Walt bought/licensed them. Because they were popular. He leveraged existing, popular IPs.
It continues today. People who say what Disney owns isn't Disney have their heads in the sand. Many people don't know the difference between Pixar and Disney.
Stop being obtuse.
Magenta Panther
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(Channeling Rafiki): NOPE! WRONG AGAIN!
Typically, you're missing the point. Walt didn't choose to adapt certain books based on their popularity. He did it because he thought they'd make good Disney movies. Walt was interested in ideas, first and foremost. For instance, he based Lady and the Tramp in part on an obscure magazine story - "Happy Dan the Whistling Dog". Hardly a blockbuster bestseller, but the idea of a carefree independent mutt uninterested in a human owner intrigued him. He then paired that idea with a story that one of his artists, Joe Grant, was working on about a pampered pet spaniel, and that combo became Lady and the Tramp. That's called "creativity", son. Walt had no idea whether his creation would succeed or not - it had no "popularity" attached to it. But he liked the idea, and his judgement was correct. Lady and the Tramp was a big hit.
I realize that you Star Wars/Iger Acquisition-apologists love to try to minimize Walt in order to justify Iger's actions. But you lie when you do. Walt was not like Iger in any way, shape or form. Saying that Star Wars is Disney now because of Iger's deep pockets is simple-minded. Star Wars' success never depended on Disney's creativity. Neither did Marvel's. I bet when people think of Star Wars, they DON'T think of Disney. They think of George Lucas. And they don't think of Disney in connection with Marvel. They think of Stan Lee. There's a difference between owning and creating. Walt's decisions were based, first and foremost, on creativity. Iger's is based on money. Do try to keep up.
tirian
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We saw it coming; I don’t think anyone expected it to be so blatant.
tirian
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Are you really saying it’s the same thing to make an adaptation of a book or folk tale—and in some cases such as the Jungle Book completely change them—and to simply buy someone else’s successful work and start promoting it as your own?
Also, to get back on topic, I think the series illustrates the awkward relationship many fans have had with the parks for the last few years. We appreciate Iger’s investments and quality, but question the ‘Toonification across projects. Then I think everyone who understands economics and value can agree the pricing structures, upcharge cupcake parties, and food and merch prices are out of control. But that’s what happens when a company is chained to short-term profits.
SWGE is the most recent example. It opened halfway and the company itself panicked, fired an exec, fired mid-level managers, and cut entertainment. Then ROTR finally opened and SWGE is suddenly considered a roaring success. It reminds me of the doublespeak/doublethink news in the book 1984. Keep contradicting yourself and revising facts to protect the leaders, and people eventually won’t question you.
RobbinsDad
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Revisit every episode and you'll see a distinct change in critical evaluation of the entire Corporation after Iger. The last episode in particular was a pure PR piece for Shanghai and Star Wars. Not surprising, but disappointing nonetheless.
RobWDW1971
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Interesting on the Verizon ads for Disney+ that the women says “there is something special about a Disney movie” and then they show clips from Star Wars and Marvel movies.
“Disney” is just now the broad marketing umbrella for all of these “family” brands.
spacemountaincarlo
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The weird propaganda in the last two episodes made them a bit hard to watch, but I really enjoyed the rest of the series. I hope they'll release some expansions of some of the parks at some point, and maybe years down the line they can revisit the last two episodes and make them not as contradictory.
One thing that stuck out to me was in the 6th episode when they kept putting down Pirates of the Caribbean to push the Shanghai one.
One thing that stuck out to me was in the 6th episode when they kept putting down Pirates of the Caribbean to push the Shanghai one.
DoleWhipDrea
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I took that more as the Imagineer noting the cultural differences that they needed to adapt to in order to create something that would have been more exciting for Shanghai guests. But I get it - it feels personal when someone indicates that Pirates isn’t the amazing attraction that it is.
I am really sad we’re not seeing any more episodes. Every update felt like a Disney parks fan’s dream (ignoring some of the obvious skips and propaganda.) The cleaned up vintage footage, the exclusive bits of art, photos and video of things from the archives never released before...it was incredible. The EPCOT CENTER stuff blew my mind.
Stripes
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To really appreciate the OG Pirates today, one has to have nostalgia or admire and understand the story at a deeper level than the average brain dead guest would. The technology and effects don't wow like they did when the ride opened.
Princess Leia
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I’ve been watching the show over the last two days, and I just started episode 5. I don’t want to discredit Iger, because he did do good things. The cost cutting of the 90s really harmed the parks, and he helped turn DCA around.
However. I know what ended up happening to DCA recently. And what’s happening with Future World. And what happened to Great Movie Ride. And now I’m sad.
However. I know what ended up happening to DCA recently. And what’s happening with Future World. And what happened to Great Movie Ride. And now I’m sad.
michmousefan
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Hey everyone... if you, like me, dug the soundtrack to The Imagineering Story, you may be pleased to learn that the full soundtrack is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, etc...
Here's the album link for Spotify:
Enjoy...
Here's the album link for Spotify:
Enjoy...
I agree. I’ve heard so much negative things about Eisner but all the bad things happened after Wells died. I really feel for him. I can’t imagine losing someone I was so close to so tragically. It really is sad watching him do a 180. Grief is tough, especially when you lose someone tragically. Starting episode 5 now. This series is way realer than I imagined(pun intended) but I just feel like they’ll make Iger a savior.
JusticeDisney
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I could not get enough of this show. Loved every minute of every episode. Great stuff, IMO!
Screamface
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Is there word on future episodes?
Tony Perkis
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Unlikely.
Screamface
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It just seems endless ripe. The Pirates of the Caribbean episode was a bit in-depth. They could explore more rides and attractions in a similar way, other aspects of Imagineering not covered.