Not my memory, I remember all the attractions new and old that have used video screens and projectors. But you are defanitely right about the opinions towards video screens being a backlash to several current attractions.
As for people telling us that video screens have always been a part of Disney attractions, I think most of us are aware of that. But they used to be used to enhance an attraction, not BE the attraction. Tower of Terror is a great example of well used video screens and projectors to enhance an attraction. Of course there have always been pure video attractions that are advertised as a film, such as Philharmagic, Captain EO, O' Canada...etc. For these we know what to expect because they are advertised as films. But when Disney advertises something as an attraction or ride and it ends up being a simulator or show with a majority of content/effects being video screens, it is a let down.
Of course, as with all posts, this is only my opinion. I love Disney but sometimes it's tough love because I hold them to such high standards.
Very interesting and although i agree with most, simulators are a let down, is this your opinion of star tours and mission space, i think both attractions are excellent and always ride them,ok star tours is a little dated but still a very good ride, other examples, back to the future and soarin are excellent too.
I do fully understand what you mean and agree when video screening is done poorly but the idea is sold to make you ride.
I hope i did not misunderstand your simulator comment,please advise if i did.