I deceided to pull this list from the Haunted Mansion refurb topic in order to keep that area open for news/rumors, etc. in regards to the refurb itself.
Here is my own personal Wish List for the HM upcoming refurb. I am very interested to hear everyone's ideas and dreams for our beloved Mansion's rebirth!
I think we can all safely agree that the areas/scenes of improvement need/should include:
The Stretching Rooms: The illusion is diminished by the visible track marks that are now clearly visible behind the "wallpaper".
The Loading Area: Not much to add, just some TLC.
The Entryway: Sometimes I can see the floating candelabra, but most times, it’s nearly invisible.
The Main Stairway: This area SURELY needs some updating! There is plenty of room/opportunity to add some WOW effects, and PLEASE, lets us REIMAGINE those AWFUL rubber spiders!:snore: Imagine spiders that MOVE toward the doombuggies! ANYTHING is better than those Dollar Tree toys we are forced to endure in the present!
The Endless Hallway: Something could be done to spice this up. I think everyone knows how this once effective effect is managed. Also, this doombuggie spin-around is very rough and jerky. A smooth transition and better lighting would be a perfect cleanup for me!
The Hallway of Doors: This scene is an absolute classic, but the WOW factor has certainly aged into oblivion. How awesome would it be if some sort of surprise effect was added to spruce this experience up a bit! Like, for example, a door that actually opens, revealing some spooky new AA! Also, ancient, red-eyed crow....please give way to one of your modern, realistic-looking AA brothers!
Séance Circle: Yes, the Anaheim effects would be great here, but more than anything...PLEASE use black string for the instruments this time around!:dazzle:
The Ballroom: THE definitive scene of the entire attraction. I would hate to see something "cheap" happen here. Whatever rumored enhancement that was tossed around (I don't know the details) would be welcome, as long as it adds some WOW and keeps the original atmosphere of what is already in place.
The Attic: PLEASE add the Anaheim bride! PLEASE remove those carnivalesque heads! Those crappy (I can clearly see your pole) heads are by FAR THE least impressive effect in the history of ALL Disney Haunted Mansion attractions. And DON'T even get me started on that Party Store, glow-in-the-dark bride!:brick: The original bride (no face, glowing eyes) was BY FAR a much more effective and creepy creature than what haunts the joint these days. So, therefore, the mere addition of the bride/groom scene that takes place in DL would be a very welcome addition! (I think most of us agree on this. At least we can agree that this area needs some reworking!)
The Graveyard: Another definitive scene. If there is no major reworking of this area (like what was rumored) it at LEAST better receive its MUCH needed SCREEN tightening! That saggy old thing seems to droop more and more every day! Also, destroy the pop-up heads, enhance the sound and lighting, and please do something with the track! This is one of the roughest turn-a rounds in the entire Mansion.
The Hitchhiking Ghosts: Still a GRAND effect! It would be nice if they enhanced the visuals a bit. How creepy would it be if the hitchhikers actually turned their heads to view their fellow travelers!:lookaroun OOOO!
Little Leota: I never got this effect. :shrug: Why is she so small? Is she a doll? This area seems sort of vacant and dull. After the wonderful encounter with the hitchhiking ghosts, this finale has seemed a bit less-than-amazing. There isn’t much space, but I am sure those crafty Imagineers could cook up some lasting impression as you exit one of WDW's most beloved dark rides!
Gift Shop: Eh, I am indifferent on this one, though I do believe a nice array of classic and proper merchandise (NOTHING to do with the crapola movie) does have a willing and waiting public.
Okay, that’s enough for now. Any additions?:king:
Here is my own personal Wish List for the HM upcoming refurb. I am very interested to hear everyone's ideas and dreams for our beloved Mansion's rebirth!
I think we can all safely agree that the areas/scenes of improvement need/should include:
The Stretching Rooms: The illusion is diminished by the visible track marks that are now clearly visible behind the "wallpaper".
The Loading Area: Not much to add, just some TLC.
The Entryway: Sometimes I can see the floating candelabra, but most times, it’s nearly invisible.
The Main Stairway: This area SURELY needs some updating! There is plenty of room/opportunity to add some WOW effects, and PLEASE, lets us REIMAGINE those AWFUL rubber spiders!:snore: Imagine spiders that MOVE toward the doombuggies! ANYTHING is better than those Dollar Tree toys we are forced to endure in the present!
The Endless Hallway: Something could be done to spice this up. I think everyone knows how this once effective effect is managed. Also, this doombuggie spin-around is very rough and jerky. A smooth transition and better lighting would be a perfect cleanup for me!
The Hallway of Doors: This scene is an absolute classic, but the WOW factor has certainly aged into oblivion. How awesome would it be if some sort of surprise effect was added to spruce this experience up a bit! Like, for example, a door that actually opens, revealing some spooky new AA! Also, ancient, red-eyed crow....please give way to one of your modern, realistic-looking AA brothers!
Séance Circle: Yes, the Anaheim effects would be great here, but more than anything...PLEASE use black string for the instruments this time around!:dazzle:
The Ballroom: THE definitive scene of the entire attraction. I would hate to see something "cheap" happen here. Whatever rumored enhancement that was tossed around (I don't know the details) would be welcome, as long as it adds some WOW and keeps the original atmosphere of what is already in place.
The Attic: PLEASE add the Anaheim bride! PLEASE remove those carnivalesque heads! Those crappy (I can clearly see your pole) heads are by FAR THE least impressive effect in the history of ALL Disney Haunted Mansion attractions. And DON'T even get me started on that Party Store, glow-in-the-dark bride!:brick: The original bride (no face, glowing eyes) was BY FAR a much more effective and creepy creature than what haunts the joint these days. So, therefore, the mere addition of the bride/groom scene that takes place in DL would be a very welcome addition! (I think most of us agree on this. At least we can agree that this area needs some reworking!)
The Graveyard: Another definitive scene. If there is no major reworking of this area (like what was rumored) it at LEAST better receive its MUCH needed SCREEN tightening! That saggy old thing seems to droop more and more every day! Also, destroy the pop-up heads, enhance the sound and lighting, and please do something with the track! This is one of the roughest turn-a rounds in the entire Mansion.
The Hitchhiking Ghosts: Still a GRAND effect! It would be nice if they enhanced the visuals a bit. How creepy would it be if the hitchhikers actually turned their heads to view their fellow travelers!:lookaroun OOOO!
Little Leota: I never got this effect.
:shrug: Why is she so small? Is she a doll? This area seems sort of vacant and dull. After the wonderful encounter with the hitchhiking ghosts, this finale has seemed a bit less-than-amazing. There isn’t much space, but I am sure those crafty Imagineers could cook up some lasting impression as you exit one of WDW's most beloved dark rides!Gift Shop: Eh, I am indifferent on this one, though I do believe a nice array of classic and proper merchandise (NOTHING to do with the crapola movie) does have a willing and waiting public.
Okay, that’s enough for now. Any additions?:king:
