Please don't misunderstand me. I agree that much of the original EPCOT Center was far too much force feeding. However, some of it worked and worked well. The whimsical, fun approach is great. However, the education was and is (for those still around) always there. And, there is still time and a chance. With the guise of Mr. Ray's classroom, you have a perfect opportunity to learn about the creatures of Finding Nemo. "Nemo is a clown fish. They love anemones. Look for the anemones. THey look like this." Something along those lines would be perfect. Just having the story of nemo missing, though, doesn't have that. Again, this all depends on its execution, but if it literally is a dark ride that could be found in MK/Studios as easiliy as Epcot, I just feel it is changing the mark. The transportation could EASILY be educational and fun simulteaneously. THAT"S where the missing part would be to me on this attraction.
I am really happy that quality is coming back to these projects, I was very concerned overall in the not too distant past. Now it is literally a matter of placement, and a personal hope for original attractions. If this becomes a huge trend of replacement, then sure it might be a problem. BUt, nothing suggests this is the case. It's sad to lose a part of what made Disney magical to me as a kid and to many others I know. But, at least it is a strong decision and one that has a foundation and, most importantly, done to what appears to be a truly Disney-quality level.
