Disneyland, USA (VINTAGE/MUST WATCH)

[Hattieboxghost110]

I found a lil' gem that I would like to share with you that is DRIPPING with nostalgia. A Disneyland documentary entitled, "Disneyland, USA" that was released in theaters on December 20th, 1956.

It's interesting to watch a 1950's DL and see what has changed & what has stayed the same. Please share your own observations!

My observations:

-Where are the fat people? It's nice seeing so many fit human beings.
-Main Street Walkways actually look better now with the brickwork. It used to be red cement.
-Even though there has been a lot of changes, extensions, additions, and removals over the years, I feel the soul, vibe, and heart of Disneyland can still be experienced today.

 

[TROR]

I need this footage to be all digitally touched up to be in crisp HD and then have this place somewhere in the resort. Magic Eye Theater, Sunset Showcase, or the AMC, I don't care, but I want to watch this on a big screen.

 

[George Lucas on a Bench]

The Native American ("Indian") parts are so awkward.

 

[Hattieboxghost110]

I need this footage to be all digitally touched up to be in crisp HD and then have this place somewhere in the resort. Magic Eye Theater, Sunset Showcase, or the AMC, I don't care, but I want to watch this on a big screen.

I'm with you 100%.

 

[Hattieboxghost110]

The Native American ("Indian") parts are so awkward.

I kinda liked it. A little cringey? Yup.

For sure, it wouldn't pass the PC test of today, but I've always been fascinated with Native American culture, so I dug it.

 

[dweezil78]

You can get this on one of the Disney Treasures DVD sets - Disneyland: Secrets, Stories & Magic (it is not the one titled Disneyland U.S.A. despite what you'd think!) There is a commentary track from Tony Baxter and Leonard Maltin on it too, if you're into that kinda thing!

 

[TROR]

You can get this on one of the Disney Treasures DVD sets - Disneyland: Secrets, Stories & Magic (it is not the one titled Disneyland U.S.A. despite what you'd think!) There is a commentary track from Tony Baxter and Leonard Maltin on it too, if you're into that kinda thing!

It's very affordable.

 

[dweezil78]

It's very affordable.

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eBay!

 

[Stevek]

It's very affordable.

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Glad I still have mine...and a few other of the original tins.

 

[dweezil78]

Glad I still have mine...and a few other of the original tins.

Yeah, I bought them all up when they were released. Sadly, as a fan, I opened them all so I could watch them! They'd be worth a lot more if I didn't. Oh well...