New Mickey and Minnie heads - how we feeling?

[Donaldfan1934]

There was a new Tigger that was used during the Disney Live tour...

You're quick on the research. Was this photo taken recently?

 

[Cmdr_Crimson]

You're quick on the research. Was this photo taken recently?

Nope...I let google do the search...So..Probably a few years ago...Don't know.

 

[Donaldfan1934]

Nope...I let google do the search...So..Probably a few years ago...Don't know.

Lol. Back on the topic of Tigger though, I this version comes with Shanghai.

 

[the.dreamfinder]

@asianway is there any new tech in the updated heads? Like for instance, being designed with talking Mickey in mind.

 

[cslafferty]

I honestly don't see a huge difference and I'm happy as long as they don't start looking like the new cartoons. I think the new animation looks like Ren and Stimpy - terrible . . . almost scary!

 

[RadiatorSpringsRacer]

I thought I wouldn't be a fan of this, but I honestly am. Sure, the redesigning of two of the most popular Disney characters ever might take some getting used to, but they look more like their cartoon selves this way.

 

[brb1006]

It's a vast improvement even in just the eyes. If you can't see that nostalgia is holding you back.

I love the new designs, but it's going to take a while for me to get used to there new look especially Mickey. I love Minnie since they finally got rid of her wearing lipstick and eye-shadow.

 

[brb1006]

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In the grand scheme...

The White Rabbit looks like a generic Easter Bunny you would see at a mall mainly the cheaper kind.

 

[brb1006]

I really question how the other characters will look like.....

Especially Chip and Dale

 

[discos]

I like the new designs! The only issue I have is it seems like Mickey's dimples and mouth seem a bit unproportioned. Anyone else see this? I also wonder how this new design will work with the articulated heads

 

[asianway]

@asianway is there any new tech in the updated heads? Like for instance, being designed with talking Mickey in mind.

From what I hear yes for shows. The talking VIP rollout has stalled no idea when and if there will be more

 

[asianway]

At our park before his Birthday tux he wore a Bicentennial Uncle Sam Outfit...

And then they brought it Back...But, No pants..

Lol I've got a pic with bicentennial Bugs

 

[brb1006]

I'm ready for Disney to bring them overseas.

Does this mean they will have to update Talking Mickey in the future?

 

[brb1006]

Looks way better to me too. I didn't realize how dead-eyed the old version looks until you compare. These come up out of the uncanny valley in a good way.

I think once the nostalgia fades we'll look back on the current version much in the same way we look at the Walt era foam heads.

And the Mickey and Minnie's oval shaped ears used from the mid 60's until 1989.

 

[Donaldfan1934]

Does this mean they will have to update Talking Mickey in the future?

Definitely considering that Shanghai will probably have a version of it.

 

[brb1006]

I did some searching and judging by the concept art of Minnie's Confectionary, Pooh might look a little different too. http://www./2015/10/photos-shanghai-disneyland-releases-new-concept-art-for-treasure-cove/

Will it be this version of Pooh?

 

[brb1006]

The more I compare them, the more I like the new look. I just feel like the eyes on the current Mickey are looking two different directions.. But the new Mickey is actually looking at you, with both eyes, if that makes sense! He doesn't look as scary
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Some heads have them a bit more centered, but they still never look as good as the new one. The flaws of the old one really show in comparison.

That reminds me of when Marie got redesigned in 2013.

Here's a comparison


(2006 - 2013/2014)

Marie's original park design looked more fluffy and rough looking mainly the fur on her face. I even noticed that in certain photos of Marie token during this design her head looked more rough looking and for some reason her eyes were dark blue and during certain angels she would appear to not look directly at you and had bedroom eyes for an odd reason possibly to be like her mother.
(Current Look)

Marie's current design now looks more cuter and better than her previous design. This design later made it to Walt Disney World and the other parks in 2014 since this was first seen at Tokyo and Paris in 2013. Disneyland Paris also later gave her whiskers sometime in October 2015.

 

[brb1006]

They look younger, more kid-like in the new versions...I don't have a problem with it. How many times has Mickey officially changed over the history of the parks? at least 3-4 I think

And this design for Mickey and Minnie used in the early 60's which nobody talks about.

 

[Timothy_Q]

I just wanna come out and say how amazed I am by the people who say they don't see much difference. lol

I literally screamed when I saw the pic on twitter

 

[KikoKea]

Looking at them side by side, I like the smaller heads- looks better. But, honestly, I probably would not notice the difference had I seen a new Mickey at the park.