Splash Mountain re-theme announced

[Little Green Men]

Wait, the issues with CoP are because it’s ‘too white’, not the stark reminder of women as second class citizens? . Jeez, this world is so strange.

I think they were quoting what WDW Pro was claiming was the reason they’d close COP

 

[Brer Oswald]

You know what would’ve been cool? If they put together an original concept featuring an all black cast as a replacement. Then, Disney would have more than just the “one token black IP”. Cause Disney really should have more than just one black story, if we’re being real, and this was a great opportunity to fix that.

 

[_caleb]

They’re 30 year old buildings filled with water. They most certainly have mold, rust and rot in them. There has also been 30 years of building code changes that will have to be implemented.

I wondered about building code- wouldn't that depend on how extensive the work is?

 

[comics101]

This thread is a good example of how embedded white supremacy is in our society. Disney announces they're going to re-theme the attraction, yet in the face of this evidence, many people still refuse to think that any racism exists in Splash Mountain. Even after numerous clear examples have been shown. This is a fundamental problem.

 

[comics101]

And who, in your opinion, is the "average Disney World guest?"

Those who wait 80+ minutes on a regular basis to ride one of the most charming attractions ever built. They don’t see anything wrong with it whatsoever, bc there is nothing offensive or racist about the ride.

 

[_caleb]

You know what would’ve been cool? If they put together an original concept featuring an all black cast as a replacement. Then, Disney would have more than just the “one token black IP”. Cause Disney really should have more than just one black story, if we’re being real, and this was a great opportunity to fix that.

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[comics101]

This thread is a good example of how embedded white supremacy is in our society. Disney announces they're going to re-theme the attraction, yet in the face of this evidence, many people still refuse to think that any racism exists in Splash Mountain. Even after numerous clear examples have been shown. This is a fundamental problem.

As a great spirit used to say, “Bless your heart...”

 

[21stamps]

I think they were quoting what WDW Pro was claiming was the reason they’d close COP

Right. I’m amazed. Not the in your face sexism, but the whiteness.
Twilight Zone music is playing in my head.

 

[comics101]

The song, "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" is derived from a racist song that was performed in blackface minstrel shows. There are many other problems with the show as well. However, TWDC has decided to re-theme Splash Mountain to eliminate these racist tropes.

Who cares? Zip a Dee Doo Dah does not represent racism today. Period. It’s not an example of systemic racism. It does not put anyone or any group of people down. It’s a fun song about a wonderful day full of sunshine and a bluebird.

It almost seems that you believe that it is impossible for something positive to be derived from something negative. Song of the South is full of racist undertones and negative tropes. That’s the truth. It’s factual.
Splash Mountain does not have those problems. Yes, it’s source is more than problematic—but that doesn’t mean that everything that is derived from Song of the South is problematic. Zip a Dee Doo Dah, Splash Mountain, Brer Rabbit and Brer Bear; these things bring people joy. And if something negative can be turned around and used to bring people joy, that should be cause for celebration, not reason for concern.

 

[_caleb]

Those who wait 80+ minutes on a regular basis to ride one of the most charming attractions ever built. They don’t see anything wrong with it whatsoever, bc there is nothing offensive or racist about the ride.

Interesting that you assume you're in the majority, nobody who rides the ride sees anything wrong with it whatsoever, and that you're the arbiter of what is and is not offensive and racist.

 

[comics101]

Interesting that you assume you're in the majority, nobody who rides the ride sees anything wrong with it whatsoever, and that you're the arbiter of what is and is not offensive and racist.

I know I’m in the majority. How? Wait times and merchandise sales. If Splash Mountain truly made the average guest uncomfortable, it would have disappeared years ago. It doesn’t. This really isn’t rocket science.

 

[Kate F]

I’ll say this again, weren’t the Br’er Rabbit plushies and Funko Pops a hit?

 

[comics101]

I’ll say this again, weren’t the Br’er Rabbit plushies and Funko Pops a hit?

Absolutely. And beyond that, the ride itself is ICONIC. It’s part of the Disney Mountain Range. It has consistently been celebrated via Disney marketing materials!
This idea that Splash Mountain has long be a source of controversy is revisionist history.

 

[Baloo62]

How can one simultaneously champion the oppressed and downtrodden while fully supporting a corporate enterprise that charges privileged prices so exorbitant that none of them can afford to participate? Could it be that you privately prefer to not associate with the very people for whom you publicly claim to have such compassion? Interesting.

 

[manmythlegend]

Interesting that you assume you're in the majority, nobody who rides the ride sees anything wrong with it whatsoever, and that you're the arbiter of what is and is not offensive and racist.

You're in the minority unfortunately, and a very, very, very, very small minority. I hope you and the rest of your club enjoy destroying something that many of us love.

 

[Disgruntled Walt]

I don't think they'll stop selling the merch, unless someone complains about it. But I think they'll make way more money keeping it available.

 

[Yert3]

This thread is a good example of how embedded white supremacy is in our society. Disney announces they're going to re-theme the attraction, yet in the face of this evidence, many people still refuse to think that any racism exists in Splash Mountain. Even after numerous clear examples have been shown. This is a fundamental problem.

Louis Armstrong is a white supremacist?

 

[Little Green Men]

Right. I’m amazed. Not the in your face sexism, but the whiteness.
Twilight Zone music is playing in my head.

I completely agree with you on that one

 

[comics101]

I don't think they'll stop selling the merch, unless someone complains about it. But I think they'll make way more money keeping it available.

Which just proves that the average guest does not have a problem with the attraction. Furthermore, it undermines the main reason that Disney is doing this

 

[Brer Oswald]

I don't think they'll stop selling the merch, unless someone complains about it. But I think they'll make way more money keeping it available.

They won’t. 10 years from now, they’ll still make merch à la Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. It’s always a money game.