AUTHOR: Charles Boda
Release Dates Announced for the Four ‘Avatar’ Sequels
It has been a year since James Cameron revealed that there would be a total of four sequels to his sci-fi blockbuster Avatar, all filmed concurrently; now, we finally have a schedule for them. After numerous push-backs and delays, Cameron took to Avatar‘s official Facebook page on Saturday morning to give fans the much anticipated timetable. … Release Dates Announced for the Four ‘Avatar’ Sequels
Disney Quarterly Report: Guest Collapses on Big Thunder Mountain, Dies in Hospital
A 54-year-old man with a pre-existing condition passed away in the hospital after collapsing on the Magic Kingdom attraction Big Thunder Mountain, says Disney’s quarterly report. The report, covering January through March of 2017, lists eleven incidents at Disney World and four at Universal Orlando. Only incidents or illnesses resulting in a hospital stay of … Disney Quarterly Report: Guest Collapses on Big Thunder Mountain, Dies in Hospital
An In-Depth Look at the Recording Session for ‘Happily Ever After’
“Happily Ever After”, the Magic Kingdom‘s new nighttime fireworks spectacular, is right around the corner, and Disney has just released a video that delves into the creative process that guided the development of the score. The video is below; as it is focused on the show’s music it is a must watch. For those who … An In-Depth Look at the Recording Session for ‘Happily Ever After’
Magic Kingdom Will Have Special Offerings for Dapper Day Guests
From April 28th through the 30th, guests at the Walt Disney World Resort will have the opportunity to add some class to their park experience with Dapper Day. According to their site, Dapper Day encourages people to “Dress up a little, or a lot! We welcome all sophisticated fashions from vintage classics to chic, contemporary … Magic Kingdom Will Have Special Offerings for Dapper Day Guests
Marvel’s ‘Captain Marvel’ Has Named Its Directors
Marvel had previously announced who will be starring as Carol Danvers (or Captain Marvel when she’s at work), Brie Larson, but who will they be trusting to helm this feature? That honor goes to Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck. Boden and Fleck’s previous notable films were Mississippi Grind and Half Nelson, and they fit Marvel’s pattern of … Marvel’s ‘Captain Marvel’ Has Named Its Directors
Disney Ranked as the World’s Most Successful Licensor
License Global has published a list of the top 150 global licensors for 2016, and The Walt Disney Company placed first by a substantial margin. Due to the large number of successful properties under their umbrella, they earned almost three times as much as their closest competitor. When it comes to profit, Disney naturally has … Disney Ranked as the World’s Most Successful Licensor
Disney Gives Details of Pandora’s Exotic Ecosystem
Disney has been very forthcoming with behind-the-scenes looks at the creation of Pandora: The World of Avatar, with each new video highlighting an aspect of the creative process. The newest segment is focused on not only the fictional flora and fauna of the land, but on the interactions between them, and the formation of a … Disney Gives Details of Pandora’s Exotic Ecosystem
Wall Street Speculation Shows Apple Could Potentially Buy Disney
According to speculative analysis from RCB Capital Markets, the idea of Apple purchasing Disney is not so far-fetched. Apple could find the capital for the takeover, if the proper conditions were met. In a note to a client, RCB analysts Steven Cahall and Leo Kulp discussed the possibility of the acquisition. One of the main … Wall Street Speculation Shows Apple Could Potentially Buy Disney
Disney Files Patent Application for Soft Robots
Coordinating masses of costumed Disney Characters is a logistical hassle, but interactive animatronics bring up safety issues; Disney’s newest patent application could be the solution. The Orlando Sentinel reported on an application filed by the company on Thursday that describes prototype soft robots, which could eventually make their way into the parks. The patent includes … Disney Files Patent Application for Soft Robots
D23 Expo Releases Full List of Disney Legends Honorees
Disney CEO Bob Iger will host the Disney Legends award ceremony on Friday, July 14th; the D23 Expo has just released the full list of those he will be honoring. The ceremony, held in hall D23 of the Anaheim Convention Center, will be the 30th anniversary of Disney Legends. The first inductee in 1987 was … D23 Expo Releases Full List of Disney Legends Honorees
