Oh, I agree with you. Like I said yesterday, I understand that my views are not important in the long run. Iger isn't going to go broke as a result of my absence. Besides, the company will always get some my money in some way, shape, or form because of how many properties they own.
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Tiana's Bayou Adventure: Disneyland Watch & Discussion
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Rich T
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At this point I’ve just about completely separated my lifelong enjoyment and appreciation for “classic” Disney from the thing the company is today, and I’m comfortable with that. I’ll probably love the animated classics and my memories of Pre-Pressler Disneyland as long as I live, and I might buy a small piece of art every now and then if it speaks to those memories. But, by and large, the current corporation’s products and “experiences” are now, to me, no more “magical” than those of any other studio. Which is actually great for spending my money at whatever place provides the most fun and value (mostly UOR for me currently). But I’ll always fondly remember the days when the Walt Disney Company truly did have a focused identity and a pride in the studio’s history that reached far deeper than merchandising.
I’ve done the same thing. They are two different entities; one is unlike the other. I’m okay with that as well.
I couldn't have said it better myself.
SuddenStorm
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In Tony's latest interview, he shares a story about someone who wrote him about their experience with Splash Mountain. I'm paraphrasing, but it was along the lines of-
The person was scared of the bigger rides at Disneyland, and would sit out while his family rode. One day, when he was about 10 he decided it was time to brave Splash- and was terrified going up the lift hill for the final drop- but then loved it and the finale. It was described as a transformative event in that person's life who later went on to climb mountains and stuff.
Sure, it was just a log flume- but for this person it was so much more emotionally. I think many, many people have similar stories about braving Splash Mountain for the first time. The facade and ride was designed specifically to hype up the final drop.
I continue to be shocked by how many people are downplaying nostalgia, theming, music, etc. in regards to this retheme (or Disneyland in general). Disneyland is as popular as it is today because of the emotional connection the guest's have with the park. To me, the original F! is the greatest thing they've done- and listening to the soundtrack triggers a huge wave of nostalgia and positivity- but at the end of the day the show is a dude in a mouse costume dancing on a stage.
I'm very curious to see how the park's fanbase looks in 20 years.
Figments Friend
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Reminds me of a old saying…
They might forget what you said,
They might forget what you did,
But they will never forget how you made them FEEL….
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They might forget what you said,
They might forget what you did,
But they will never forget how you made them FEEL….
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I don’t think any of us are downplaying anything regarding Disneyland. What we are doing, however, is expressing that we’re not interested in letting changes in the park alter our moods and feelings to the point where we are extremely upset and frustrated, and to where our mental health is compromised. We recognize that, despite having adoration for Disneyland, it’s not worth all that energy. It’s Disneyland, but it’s still a theme park. I can still have nostalgia for the park and also step back and not let things regarding the park that I disagree with, but are out of my control, get to me and upset me so much.
PiratesMansion
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And if I may add a personal addendum: if you're upset by a change to a theme park ride to the level that you feel compelled to post in threads for multiple years for a park you've never been to, and flood threads for said park you've never been to with pet conspiracy theories on a constant basis, you might want to consult a medical professional.
CaptinEO
Well-Known Member
I think the company really has changed so much. For me I think the issue for the parks was when they started adding Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars everywhere. It just felt like a betrayal of the classic Disney brand and fairytale theming. The parks just turned into a dumping ground for whatever the company's current acquisition was.
Reminds me of a old saying…
They might forget what you said,
They might forget what you did,
But they will never forget how you made them FEEL….
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That was really bizarre. That’s a perfect of example of what we’re talking about. Allowing something like this to let it bother you to that point… It’s strange and uncalled for. Not worth it.
Dear Prudence
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Snow White's refresh was busted in.... like two months of it re-opening. I don't have very high hopes for TBA's upkeep.
Plus, the cost of Genie Plus went up again!!! I already paid almost 200 bucks a day to get in, how much more are they gonna want from me?!
PiratesMansion
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Snow White was in good shape in July, I thought. TBA's going to have issues simply because there's still going to be water in that show building, but Splash also spent much of its past decade in rough shape. Hopefully the fact that it'll be the new attraction for some time will inspire them to put some work into maintaining the thing.
Frankly, they need to mess with Genie's pricing more. There are WAY too many people using it. They either need to shoot the price up to the stratosphere or go back to it being free rather than this mealy-mouthed, imaginary middle they're trying to reach. What's there now is the worst of all possible worlds.
Total ticket pricing is a bit outrageous now. It used to be like 15 bucks to add a fifth day, and now it's significantly more than that. Hard not to feel a bit ripped off by that. I still haven't bought my tickets for October, in part because I can't decide how many days I want, and in part because of the pricing. It's one thing if it's $15 to add a fifth day, because at that point it almost didn't matter if you didn't use it; you weren't out that much in the grand scheme of things. Now that it's significantly more than that? I need to know exactly what I want to do, and that's a bit frustrating.
chadwpalm
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- In the Parks
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So much thought policing going on in these forums.
The "day of" cost of Genie Plus fluctuates based on demand. Can be anywhere from $25-$30. You can only guarantee the $25 price if you purchase it when you purchase your tickets (if you aren't a Magic Key holder).
Lot of time travelers in this thread complaining about how Disney hasn't been keeping up on TBA maintenance.
Consumer
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The lights are out and the animatronics aren't working. I hear they're planning to close it and update it to match better with Princess and the Frog 3. This time they're porcupines.
Br'er carvings in the Briar Patch have been replaced with....these
Consumer
Well-Known Member
They look like something at grandma’s house. Shame they couldn’t have more character like the Hungry Bear sign.
Kirby86
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They look nice but are very generic. I do like the owl one though.