News Remy's Ratatouille Adventure coming to Epcot

[LittleBuford]

Ratatouille, which is absolutely mediocre.

Having ridden the one in Paris, I strongly disagree with this characterisation. Yes, the Tokyo ride is more ambitious, but that doesn’t take anything way from Ratatouille, which is, in its own right, creative, enjoyable, and thoroughly engaging.

 

[LittleBuford]

Back when we were told France was getting Ratatouille or some unknown BatB ride, most people on the forum were definitely on the side of the Rat.

People claim to be concerned about fit yet are complaining that we’re getting an attraction that actually meshes with the Parisian architecture and ambience of the pavilion rather than one set in a fairy-tale province.

 

[RSoxNo1]

Ratatouille isn't the best fit, but in terms of appropriateness for Epcot it is more appropriate than Frozen Ever After, The Seas with Nemo and Friends and arguably Gran Fiesta Tour, not to mention Guardians of the Galaxy.

 

[LittleBuford]

Ratatouille isn't the best fit, but in terms of appropriateness for Epcot it is more appropriate than Frozen Ever After, The Seas with Nemo and Friends and arguably Gran Fiesta Tour, not to mention Guardians of the Galaxy.

What do you think would have been a better fit? I'm not being rhetorical--I'm genuinely curious.

 

[RSoxNo1]

What do you think would have been a better fit? I'm not being rhetorical--I'm genuinely curious.

For France? I think the story of Ratatouille could be modified a little bit more than the Paris version. It's still largely being built because of the movie's setting, but the leap isn't as big as Frozen. I look at IP based additions to Epcot as follows, "if the movie didn't exist and the character was created exclusively for the attraction, would it work?"

I think Ratatouille satisfies that by playing up French cuisine and the Paris setting, but it could be improved. I think it could be played up a bit more but it's not a huge problem. It's a better fit than Beauty and the Beast would have been, imo.

 

[LittleBuford]

For France? I think the story of Ratatouille could be modified a little bit more than the Paris version. It's still largely being built because of the movie's setting, but the leap isn't as big as Frozen. I look at IP based additions to Epcot as follows, "if the movie didn't exist and the character was created exclusively for the attraction, would it work?"

I think Ratatouille satisfies that by playing up French cuisine and the Paris setting, but it could be improved a bit more. I think it could be played up a bit more but it's not a huge problem. It's a better fit than Beauty and the Beast would have been, imo.

Thank you for your answer.

 

[RSoxNo1]

Thank you for your answer.

Of course. Agree or disagree I love debating/discussing this type of stuff with people.

 

[LittleBuford]

Of course. Agree or disagree I love debating/discussing this type of stuff with people.

Thank goodness this website exists!

 

[jt04]

For France? I think the story of Ratatouille could be modified a little bit more than the Paris version. It's still largely being built because of the movie's setting, but the leap isn't as big as Frozen. I look at IP based additions to Epcot as follows, "if the movie didn't exist and the character was created exclusively for the attraction, would it work?"

I think Ratatouille satisfies that by playing up French cuisine and the Paris setting, but it could be improved. I think it could be played up a bit more but it's not a huge problem. It's a better fit than Beauty and the Beast would have been, imo.

HoND would work but they may have determined the film is too old or intense for a theme park. Unfortunate.

 

[LittleBuford]

HoND would work but they may have determined the film is too old or intense for a theme park. Unfortunate.

It’s set in Paris, but a very different Paris from the one represented by the pavilion. Alongside Aristocats perhaps, I really think Rat is the most fitting of the available IP options.

 

[JJJ]

HoND would work but they may have determined the film is too old or intense for a theme park. Unfortunate.

Too intense? No....




To clarify: I love the Hunchback of Notre Dame, but I could see that if their goal was to make an attraction that appeals to the entire family, it might be a bit too dark/its themes might be a little too heavy.

However, Ratatouille should be great for this pavillion! The attraction is one that everyone in the familly will be able to really enjoy together (I can vouch for that - I had a great time and it has no height restriction) and I could see them adding a small exhibit space after the attraction about French cuisine, if they were so inclined.

 

[ChrisFL]

I don't mind Ratatouille that much because for the most part, it is pretty realistic, despite being a CG animation. There isn't a lot of fantasy stuff going on besides Remy himself.

 

[GlacierGlacier]

Ratatouille is well renowned for being an accurate depiction of kitchen life (and France in general). I'd say it's the best fit for a world showcase IP in France.

 

[jaxonp]

I once saw a rat in Paris. Perfect fit.

 

[Missing20K]

Ratatouille is well renowned for being an accurate depiction of kitchen life (and France in general). I'd say it's the best fit for a world showcase IP in France.

Have to wait and see on the execution of the outdoor areas (I pray you don't see the green box) but out of all the Disney IP, I'd agree that this fits just about as well into an existing property/theme as any they own. And the ride is genuinely enjoyable and appropriate for the whole family.

Something about a blind squirrel.

 

[Rich Brownn]

Too intense? No....




To clarify: I love the Hunchback of Notre Dame, but I could see that if their goal was to make an attraction that appeals to the entire family, it might be a bit too dark/its themes might be a little too heavy.

However, Ratatouille should be great for this pavillion! The attraction is one that everyone in the familly will be able to really enjoy together (I can vouch for that - I had a great time and it has no height restriction) and I could see them adding a small exhibit space after the attraction about French cuisine, if they were so inclined.

At the end of the "Hellfire" number, my friend turned to me and said 'So we're just leaving the kiddies behind at this point?'

 

[MisterPenguin]

Eh, the world could use a little fear of hellfire now and then.

 

[George]

Cover the Rat Courtyard?
Move the tower?
Remove the tower?

How about build a giant box and put it under the real Eiffel Tower?

 

[Rteetz]

 

[Haymarket2008]

I'd assume this will be open VERY early 2020?