Sure seems like they're really pushing Dreamfinder at D23 though. I'd be more excited if they hadn't done this already a few years ago at the WDW event, but it does make one wonder whether they're planning something...
I would not read too much into that.
The reason for the seemingly 'big presence' of Dreamfinder at D23 this year is more likely because of Tony's award ceremony.
Also i will admit that i believe it is also because Disney learned in the past that it creates positive buzz with the fans.
Remember how excited people were when Dreamfinder appeared for the first time at a D23 Con?
It gets people in attendence all jazzed up and toasty warm on nostalgic memories of the past.
Disney are experts when it comes to using nostalgia to sell product or tickets to venues.
Dreamfinder has proven to be a valuable commodity lately since it has been made obvious fans truly embrace this part of the past.
Disney sees this as something to exploit , dare i say it, for the primary purpose of positive publicity.
Folks adore these characters from the original attraction for a good reason.
Currant management of the Company seems to have yet to figure out WHAT exactly that reason was...which is sad.
Tony points the way, but gets ignored.
It gives one the impression that over the last few years of his full time position status he was seen as more of a 'relic of the past' in there eyes.
He is appreciated when they feel that he fits into peddling their nostalgia angle, but when he tries to wake them up to what they are missing, or even challenges their currant decisions ( bless his heart..) they choose to ignore his interaction.
I am glad Dreamfinder was back at D23. I don't mind his presence at all.
It is rather nice to have him there this year.
He is never really all that far away anyway...'..never far away, when you use your imagination...'
