jt04
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Everything is not about you. This is obviously designed for small children and their parents to enjoy together. Move along.
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VIDEO - Part two of Imagineering's tour through Enchanted Tales With Belle
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Everything is not about you. This is obviously designed for small children and their parents to enjoy together. Move along.
jt04
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This simply looks amazing. Wish we were getting all 3 Princess M&G's now!
Oh I think this attraction will force them to build the Cinderella and Aurora attractions sooner than they would have. I would not be suprised if they are already rethinking things. At least to the point that FH is truly temporary.
I was expecting a lot but the video shows how magical guests find the experience. We are at the start of a revolution in theme park design because this has so many ways it can diverge. And applications can be designed for all age groups. Experiences not unlike the Adventures Club in certain respects. Much more participatory and interactive.
unkadug
Follower of "Saget"The Cult
These days? Look at the singing busts in the HM. Even Madame Leota! And everyone thought they was amazing. Certain technology works best for certain effects.
prfctlyximprct
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I do understand everything is not about me, but I'm pretty sure there are a lot of people that share my sentiments. As shown throughout the forum.
jt04
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There are more than a few selfish people around here. Their favorite tune is me,me,me,me,me. Nobody of consequence takes such thinking seriously.
prfctlyximprct
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I think everyone is entitled to have an opinion. It's sad some people have to disagree in such a rude manner.
wannab@dis
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You're right. You are entitled to an opinion. However, the sense of entitlement is annoying.
wannab@dis
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All of the complaints about Storytime with Belle can be boiled down to one thing... entitlement. A few around here feel slighted and jealous when an attraction is built and they do not fit the demographic. Period. They can make all the excuses in the world, but that's the basis. They're jealous the 5 year olds get something.
lazyboy97o
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I completely agree with @RandySavage. When I saw the actual rooms, they were entirely lacking. There is a similar problem with The Little Mermaid. It seems the hope is that one will be so so captivated by the animatronic, that the rest is sort of ignored. The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast were not cartoons. They were animated feature films acclaimed not because little girls like a pretty face in a dress, but because they are beautifully executed stories that show the power of the medium. The environments of the films are just as rich as the stories being told, but unfortunately that richness of place is not being brought to the interiors of the two most prominent areas of the Fantasyland expansion because the audience of the films is not being targeting in Fantasyland.
Being exclusively aimed at little children is another issue I have had with these interactive meet and greet experiences. This is the complete opposite of a ride with a height restriction that may limit some, but allows many. The appeal is near exclusive to a very small age set. Anybody older is offered only vicarious enjoyment, the very type of enjoyment Walt Disney explicitly and repeatedly stated that he was seeking to do away with at Disneyland. Those who are older but without children who may even just be curious will be left feeling uncomfortable attending such an experience.
The emphasis on exclusively appealing to young children is not just in direct opposition to the philosophy established by Walt Disney, but is also a poor long term business strategy that is starting to unravel (that Walt also rightly recognized). Appeasing and entertaining children is easy. For the most part they will not know or care if the Library is a place or wallpaper. But with the continuing increase in prices will only make justifying such purchases difficult for the broader demographics that do not include accompanying young children.
The problem with this experience is not that it is a meet and greet or that it appeals to young children. The problem is that it lacks aspiration or accessibility to those those outside this very narrow demographic. It is easy. Such interactive experiences can be done. Olivanders, while there is no photo op involved, does just this. There is no awkwardness in entering the shop without young children and it works just as well if the wand is choosing a young child or adult. It can be done, Disney has simply chosen otherwise.
Being exclusively aimed at little children is another issue I have had with these interactive meet and greet experiences. This is the complete opposite of a ride with a height restriction that may limit some, but allows many. The appeal is near exclusive to a very small age set. Anybody older is offered only vicarious enjoyment, the very type of enjoyment Walt Disney explicitly and repeatedly stated that he was seeking to do away with at Disneyland. Those who are older but without children who may even just be curious will be left feeling uncomfortable attending such an experience.
The emphasis on exclusively appealing to young children is not just in direct opposition to the philosophy established by Walt Disney, but is also a poor long term business strategy that is starting to unravel (that Walt also rightly recognized). Appeasing and entertaining children is easy. For the most part they will not know or care if the Library is a place or wallpaper. But with the continuing increase in prices will only make justifying such purchases difficult for the broader demographics that do not include accompanying young children.
The problem with this experience is not that it is a meet and greet or that it appeals to young children. The problem is that it lacks aspiration or accessibility to those those outside this very narrow demographic. It is easy. Such interactive experiences can be done. Olivanders, while there is no photo op involved, does just this. There is no awkwardness in entering the shop without young children and it works just as well if the wand is choosing a young child or adult. It can be done, Disney has simply chosen otherwise.
KingdomofDreams
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Uncle Lupe
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This is amazing! So much better than your typical meet and greet.
I still say no one would have a problem with "Storytime" if the rest of the FLE had more real attractions. Storytime should simply be just a minor part of the FLE (no matter how lavish it is). As it has always been, Stoytime is a glorified meat & greet. I think the negativity comes from the disappointment of there not being a true "attraction" in the BatB area.
prfctlyximprct
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Sorry that this forum must be always praise for Disney. God forbid someone does not like one thing they do. I think a lot of things that do not "fit my demographic" are great, and I love watching the little kids' faces light up when they see the characters. However, I think that the attraction with Belle could be better. You don't have to agree
HouCuseChickie
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Personally, I love it. Yes, I have 2 little girls and they adore BatB- so that helps, but I would have been wow'd by it regardless. I know there is no guarantee they'll be selected to be part of the show, but considering that they've been perfectly fine sitting with the adults for Crush and DD6 is a bit shy...I think they'd enjoy the show even if they're just part of the audience.
I know some people are bothered with the attraction, but I always thought it was some form of M&G...so the end product certainly exceeded expectations. And let's be honest...there will always be attractions that some people love, while others hate. Example, I rode ToT once and really don't care for it. It's got wonderful attention to detail, but I detest free-fall style rides. Roller coaster- great...free fall- yuck, but I had to ride it once just to at least see it. I know a number of people who avoid ToT, yet do all of the other thrill rides at WDW for this same reason. Do I cry sour grapes b/c Disney put in a ride- a major attraction- that people like me hate...no. It appeals to a lot of people, just like this new Bell M&G will appeal to a lot of people...not the same people in all regards, but enough to justify having them.
I know some people are bothered with the attraction, but I always thought it was some form of M&G...so the end product certainly exceeded expectations. And let's be honest...there will always be attractions that some people love, while others hate. Example, I rode ToT once and really don't care for it. It's got wonderful attention to detail, but I detest free-fall style rides. Roller coaster- great...free fall- yuck, but I had to ride it once just to at least see it. I know a number of people who avoid ToT, yet do all of the other thrill rides at WDW for this same reason. Do I cry sour grapes b/c Disney put in a ride- a major attraction- that people like me hate...no. It appeals to a lot of people, just like this new Bell M&G will appeal to a lot of people...not the same people in all regards, but enough to justify having them.
threeyoda
Active Member
Do you remember the movie? The castle library was in perfect condition in the movie:
Now, if they had made it look aged and made the bookshelves overly fancy, some people on here would be complaining that it doesn't look like the movie. I could see some complaining that they didn't make the library 7 or 8 stories tall like in the movie. Not saying you are one of those people, but from what I've seen on here, I wouldn't be surprised if people did start saying things like that.
It seems people are losing sight that this attraction, and this expansion, and this theme park are all aimed towards families with young children. Could you imagine what a kid will feel like when he's chosen to play the beast or when Belle is talking to him/her? I would have been ecstatic! So, instead of being angry that you can't participate, or that it's only built for kids, remember that you used to be a kid, and kids today will love this attraction, especially the interactivity it offers.
doctornick
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I think this is a fair criticism and I tend to agree with it. My beef comes with people who are slamming Storytime with Belle as though it is a disappointment or a waste. It's a fantastic addition that looks like it will be impressive and a crowd pleaser. One can praise that in one breath while still being disappointed in the paucity of rides in the FLE.
Horizons1
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Well I meant for the eyes.