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Yep! Any time before the deadline!Are we allowed to post our projects before 11:59?
Yep! Any time before the deadline!Are we allowed to post our projects before 11:59?
When I first saw the heading, I was wondering if you’d realize why there’s no Splash Mountain in Paris. You got it, though! Btw riding roller coasters in 30 degree weather is very exhilarating!similar to Splash Mountain, with one main difference... it's entirely indoors.
Ooooh yea. I totally botched the IP choice on this one. Made a complete Hank Hill "So are ya Chinese or are ya Japanese" out of myself haha Darn you Disney for not having proper Japanese representation with your characters! Definitely should have gone with a full on World Showcase vibe without force-feeding the IP in, or at the very least actually bothered to distinguish what a Chinese and Japanese garden is and not literally switch back and forth between calling it one or the other in the actual text@TheOriginalTiki : For a second, I thought that read “Mulan‘s Garden of Horror”, but anyways, the idea of making this land more quiet gives you an advantage with being distinct, even though the IP isn’t the best fit.
Honestly, I think that there just isn't demand for it. All of these mainland Asia-centric IPs are mainly because China is a huge market that demands cultural familiarity. Japan goes crazy for pretty much anything that has the Disney/ Pixar name attached to it. They sort of get close with Big Hero 6, but it's not properly Japanese. I'm sure Ghibli plays a bit part in this too - they're basically the Japanese Disney, both in popularity and cultural significance.Ooooh yea. I totally botched the IP choice on this one. Made a complete Hank Hill "So are ya Chinese or are ya Japanese" out of myself haha Darn you Disney for not having proper Japanese representation with your characters! Definitely should have gone with a full on World Showcase vibe without force-feeding the IP in, or at the very least actually bothered to distinguish what a Chinese and Japanese garden is and not literally switch back and forth between calling it one or the other in the actual text
Seriously, I'm genuinely surprised they've never tried to tackle a full-on Japanese fairy tale before. Raya is close I guess but that's more of a melting pot of different Asian mythologies. @JokersWild any thoughts on this? Maybe they just figure Ghibli has the market cornered in that department haha.
Well, I failed to include a Japanese tea location in San Fransokyo. I guess that's why Imagineers usually work in teams!Darn, a San Fransokyo "alternate history" version of the Japanese Tea Gardens definitely would have been an interesting direction to go in. #MissedOpprotunity
Honestly everyone brought it this round! Good job guys!!Reviews, results, and the final prompt will come this afternoon! Y’all have made it difficult to make a decision!
I really love that idea @Brer Panther, awesome idea land.Well, in that case, here's MY submission...
When asked to design a new land for Disneyland Paris, I had trouble figuring out what to do. My first idea was to give the park a new version of Mickey's Toontown, but then I recalled that Walt Disney Studios Paris already has the Toontown-like Toon Studio, and I began to worry that it might make a French Toontown redundant. What to do, what to do... while staring at concept art for a more medieval version of Mickey's Toontown considered for Tokyo Disneyland, inspiration struck. What about an "extension" of Fantasyland based on the animated productions that Disney got their start with - the iconic Silly Symphonies?
Hence, Silly Symphony Square is my pitch for Disneyland Paris' new land, based entirely on those beloved short films that laid the groundwork for such animated films as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Fantasia, and Bambi.
Stepping into Silly Symphony Square, guests find themselves in a medieval village a la that seen in Pinocchio. In the center of the village stands a beautiful fountain featuring the characters from 1932's Flowers and Trees. Occasionally, characters from the Silly Symphony shorts roam the streets, some of them making their debut as walkaround characters - such as Max Hare, Toby Tortoise, Elmer Elephant, and the Grasshopper from The Grasshopper and the Ants. During the Holiday Season, Santa Claus (as seen in Santa's Workshop and The Night Before Christmas) has even been known to stop by. In general, the land has a very comforting, kid-friendly atmosphere.
AttractionsThe "big kahuna" of Silly Symphony Square, so to speak, is this log flume attraction similar to Splash Mountain, with one main difference... it's entirely indoors. Since cold weather is a problem in Paris, the attraction features no outdoor portions, and near the attraction's exit is a warm fireplace (turned off in the hotter months) so wet guests can dry off before returning outside.
Big Bad Wolf Falls
Big Bad Wolf Falls' queue takes guests through the house of the Three Little Pigs before climbing aboard hollowed-out logs for a tour of the critter-inhabited countryside that the pigs call home. Per usual, Fiddler and Fifer Pig are too busy making music and goofing off to notice that the Big Bad Wolf is sneaking around, planning to nab the pigs and cook them for dinner. As the logs climb up lift hills and plunge down waterfalls, the wolf pursues the pigs across the countryside, with appearances along the way from other Silly Symphonies characters such as Max Hare, Toby Tortoise, and the chickens from **** o' the Walk. When the wolf finally manages to capture the pigs, it's up to Practical Pig to save the day - and, of course, it's also time for our log to hurtle down a five-story waterfall. Of course, everything ends happily, as the pigs join their friends and neighbors in a rousing performance of "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?".
Big Bad Wolf Falls makes for a fitting counterpart to Splash Mountain, sharing its thrills, cast of animatronic critters, and reliance on music. Also like Splash Mountain, part of the Disneyland Railroad's track actually travels above a show scene in the attraction.
Cookie CarnivalDisneyland Paris is severely lacking in animatronic shows. It doesn't have its own Enchanted Tiki Room or Country Bear Jamboree. This attraction fixes that problem.
For the first time, human beings are invited into Cookietown for a scrumptious performance to celebrate the eighty-sixth anniversary of the day the Cookie Queen was crowned. The show takes place in a theater seemingly constructed entirely of sweets, with gingerbread walls and a frosted-coating ceiling. The Cookie Queen and her Gingerbread King sit in a balcony to the right, welcoming guests as the show begins.
The attraction features a number of quirky acts, each one including an original song written for the show. Three jolly rum cookies perform a goofy drinking song called "Always Stewed", two upside-down cakes perform acrobatic stunts as they sing "Point of View", Miss Cocoanut dances with an ice cream sandwich and a group of éclair-esque penguins to the song "Getting Cold in Here", four animal crackers channel a barbershop quartet as they sing "Who's Eating Who?", Miss Jello wiggles and jiggles as she performs the operatic "Jealous of Miss Jello", a pair of "old-fashioned" cookies do a vaudeville routine, and two fellas made of striped candy called the Dandy Candy Kids tap-dance. Eventually, the performers all come together for one more musical number to cap off the show, "How Sweet It Is".
Not only does Cookie Carnival's unique aesthetic help it stand out from Disney's other animatronic shows, but it also re-introduces characters from a relatively obscure short to make a fun attraction - something Disney rarely does nowadays. Guests are sure to pay another visit to Cookietown for a second helping of sweet delights.
The Skeleton DanceWhen night falls on Silly Symphony Square, the skeletons emerge to make some mischief. This is a simple flat ride, similar to Mater's Junkyard Jamboree and Alien Swirling Saucers, based on the very first Silly Symphony of all. Guests climb aboard vehicles resembling tombstones and "dance" among the skeletons, brought to life through a combination of audio-animatronics and projections, to the tune of the music of the short. Eventually, the cawing of a crow signals that morning is on its way, causing the skeletons to scatter and bringing the ride to an end.
Those with a preference for the macabre should love The Skeleton Dance despite its status as a less thrilling ride. And as an added bonus, the entire attraction is painted in black, white, and shades of grey - just like the short it takes inspiration from.
Near the exit of Big Bad Wolf Falls is this charming little shop owned by the Three Little Pigs. To their fellow critters, it boasts an impressive display of straw, sticks, bricks, and cement (hence the name). But for us non-critters, it's a great place to find merchandise of Disney's forest-dwelling characters, particularly plush toys. You can also purchase your on-ride photo from Big Bad Wolf Falls.
Music LandA music shop was a natural choice to represent a short taking place in a land populated by anthropomorphic musical instruments. Designed with both the Land of Symphony and the Isle of Jazz in mind, a large window near the back of the store overlooking the Sea of Discord, the shop's main draw is a large selection of musical instruments, records, and CDs. You can even use a special kiosk to create your own CD, selecting tunes from a playlist of beloved Disney songs.
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Cookie Carnival exits out not into a gift shop, like most Disney attractions, but rather a confectionary. A combination of a candy shop and a bakery, Cookietown Confectionary is the go-to place in Silly Symphony Square for all things sweet. One can even grab a custom-made gingerbread representation of one of Cookie Carnival's characters.
King Neptune's GalleySilly Symphony Square's only table service location is inspired by the Silly Symphonies that take place underwater - Frolicking Fish, King Neptune, and Merbabies. The eatery is divided into two sections - one is "on land", the other is "under the sea". The "land" section takes the form of a seaside shack, strange-looking fish and fishing equipment mounted on the decaying walls. The "sea" section is an underwater paradise, with projections on the walls to simulate actually being below the surface. Fittingly, the menu is almost entirely seafood.
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Woodland CaféUpon stepping into this counter service eatery, guests seemingly shrink down to the size of a bug. Tables are actually large mushrooms, walls are formed by enormous blades of grass, and a band of animatronic grasshoppers provide music with "instruments" made of flowers. The cafe's menu is mainly vegetarian, mostly comprised of salads and sandwiches. However, one can also grab a bug-themed snack such as "Ants on a Log" (celery sticks with peanut butter and raisins), ladybugs formed from strawberries and blueberries with dark chocolate for decoration, and butterflies constructed out of grapes and orange slices. If you want your kids to get at least SOME healthy food on your visit to Disneyland Paris, I would highly recommend grabbing lunch at the Woodland Café!
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As a whole, Silly Symphony Square is a rather small land - only three attractions, two shops, and three dining locations. But it's also an incredibly charming land, one that will delight guests of all ages even if they aren't familiar with the shorts that it takes inspiration from.
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