Before I begin, I searched to see if there was a current thread to answer my specific question.. there was not.
Now, as always, I think about the current situation with Epcot and it's dedication to continue to change and evolve with the times as is the case for about every pavilion in it's present day form (if they're if considered pavilions anymore..) Universe of Energy, Wonders of Life, Horizons, World of Motion, Journey, the Living Seas, and (in some cases) the Land, and Communicore were all replaced in the 1990's with attractions within the pavilions that seemed to represent the technology and innovation of that time.
The replacement attractions we have in these buildings today hardly evoke Epcot's mission as stated on this forum repeatedly. My question is: While we have Soarin', Mission: Space, and Nemo, will these attractions ever be replaced? If Epcot is all about change and improvement, is it possible that Mission: Space will have an expiration date? You can't disagree that it'd be ridiculous if The Living Seas had the Nemo overlay for another 20 years?! Ellen (while that's the only change to original pavilions I can tolerate) can't possibly be going for another five years. It seems like the current attractions will NEVER have an expiration date. Epcot pavilions have poised themselves to be replaced or updated every decade or so. Eventually, Test Track 2.0 will have to be replaced by another version or even another ride. Soarin' while "cute" is really about the passion and wonder of the state of California, not the future.
If the Seas with Nemo were to ever receive sponsorship, they'd have to remove the overlay correct? I always assumed that Disney put in the Nemo overlay because United Technologies was no longer under contract. My fear is that too many young kids have become attached and expect to see it forever more. But, that simply isn't how Epcot works, or should work, rather.
I have always been fascinated with this park. And even though I could spend every day there, I mostly just spend my days at Epcot reminiscing and reflecting on how this park is going absolutely nowhere. Rides that used to be 10-15 minutes long were worth the wait. Now, waiting 65-70 minutes for a 4 minute ride (if that) is just never worth my time. That's why I love Universe of Energy and Spaceship still (even if those two need a lot of help)
And just for kicks, while I love the occasional roller coaster or two...or three! Mission: Space makes me ill. and the tamer version just makes me claustrophobic. You can't expect Disney to keep this attraction around for the rest of Epcot's existence!?
Also, I'm aware that sponsorship plays a huge role in this.
Thanks and have a magical day!
Now, as always, I think about the current situation with Epcot and it's dedication to continue to change and evolve with the times as is the case for about every pavilion in it's present day form (if they're if considered pavilions anymore..) Universe of Energy, Wonders of Life, Horizons, World of Motion, Journey, the Living Seas, and (in some cases) the Land, and Communicore were all replaced in the 1990's with attractions within the pavilions that seemed to represent the technology and innovation of that time.
The replacement attractions we have in these buildings today hardly evoke Epcot's mission as stated on this forum repeatedly. My question is: While we have Soarin', Mission: Space, and Nemo, will these attractions ever be replaced? If Epcot is all about change and improvement, is it possible that Mission: Space will have an expiration date? You can't disagree that it'd be ridiculous if The Living Seas had the Nemo overlay for another 20 years?! Ellen (while that's the only change to original pavilions I can tolerate) can't possibly be going for another five years. It seems like the current attractions will NEVER have an expiration date. Epcot pavilions have poised themselves to be replaced or updated every decade or so. Eventually, Test Track 2.0 will have to be replaced by another version or even another ride. Soarin' while "cute" is really about the passion and wonder of the state of California, not the future.
If the Seas with Nemo were to ever receive sponsorship, they'd have to remove the overlay correct? I always assumed that Disney put in the Nemo overlay because United Technologies was no longer under contract. My fear is that too many young kids have become attached and expect to see it forever more. But, that simply isn't how Epcot works, or should work, rather.
I have always been fascinated with this park. And even though I could spend every day there, I mostly just spend my days at Epcot reminiscing and reflecting on how this park is going absolutely nowhere. Rides that used to be 10-15 minutes long were worth the wait. Now, waiting 65-70 minutes for a 4 minute ride (if that) is just never worth my time. That's why I love Universe of Energy and Spaceship still (even if those two need a lot of help)
And just for kicks, while I love the occasional roller coaster or two...or three! Mission: Space makes me ill. and the tamer version just makes me claustrophobic. You can't expect Disney to keep this attraction around for the rest of Epcot's existence!?
Also, I'm aware that sponsorship plays a huge role in this.
Thanks and have a magical day!
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