Our friends at Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment have released three new documentary titles on DVD: The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story , Walt & El Grupo and Waking Sleeping Beauty. These documentaries are available for 23 lucky D23 Members to win! One grand prize winner will be rewarded a
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Have You Seen The Lobby Tilework At Disney’s Grand Floridian?
On our November 2009 visit we weren’t staying at the Grand Floridian (GF) as we have done several times in the past but we visited one day for Afternoon Tea at the Garden View Lounge. We saw the wonderful new tile work that was mostly complete with a little still
Wednesday with Walt: Our Family Motto
On the fireplace mantle in my living room sits a white picture frame adorned with gold, ornate Mickey ears on each side. There is no picture in this frame, but rather a very meaningful quote from Walt Disney. The quote is: “Why do we have to grow up? I know
Classic Disney – Walt Disney Introduces the Multiplane Camera
Disney’s invention of the multiplane camera was a groundbreaking achievement in film, enhancing the feeling of depth in traditional animation. This video showcases Walt’s explanation of how the camera works from the “Tricks of Our Trade” episode of Disneyland, which aired February 13, 1957. Related articles Disney Classic Coming to
Brotherly Love!
I am sure you have gathered from reading my previous articles that I am an admirer and student of Walt Disney. From what I have read about his childhood, Walt and Roy Disney were always very close. From the time Walt was born, Roy (who was 8 years older) spent
Museum to honor life of Disney
Check out this article that talks about a Museum to honor the life of Walt Disney and his family.It is under construction now in San Fransisco. Click on the picture for the jump
My Fab Five Magic Kingdom Attractions
Most of us really love the Magic Kingdom, and for many reasons. It is really the most “Walt Disney” of all the parks, it has so many attractions that Walt actually had a hand in, and it is full of fun and fantasy. I know we all have favorite attractions
A Special Disneyworld Christmas Message from Brenda
Brenda (that’s me) and all of my family would like to wish each and every one of you a merry and magical Christmas. We hope you receive every blessing you could dream of and that 2011 will be your best year yet. If you haven’t been to Walt Disney World
‘A Walk In The Park’ with Rolly Crump
This article comes to us from WDW Prince. Paul was able to get some insider exclusive information he wanted to pass onto us. Roland Fargo Crump is a true Disney legend. In fact, he is a certified legend with his own window on Main Street in Disneyland. One of the
Big changes coming to Disney California Adventure
This exciting news comes to us from Sarah Tully at the OC Register. Disney California Adventure plans to temporarily close corridors, shut down stores and stop its parade as crews work on a major, $1 billion overhaul of the theme park. Disney next year will start finishing major projects of
Video: Walt Disney Remixes – Mars, Moon and Space
A few Walt Disney Remixes for your Friday evening. Very Cool. Let us know what you think in the comment section below. Journey to the Red Planet with Walt Disney as your guide. This never-before-seen video remixes rare retro footage from Disney’s imaginative 1957 “Mars and Beyond” TV program. Lift-off
Attitude is everything…or “A Spoonful of Sugar”
Much has been made of the negotiations between Disney and the services union, so I’m not going to get into that discussion very much. However, I would like to add my own perspective to how I approach things that I don’t like but need to do for my job. The
Disney Classic Coming to Bluray March 1st 2011 – Bambi Diamond Edition
The Walt Disney Studios proudly announces the addition of BAMBI to its coveted, cutting-edge Blu-ray™ Diamond Collection line-up of Disney’s greatest animated-classics. Released from the Disney vault for a limited time only, BAMBI Diamond Edition features the loveable and adorable wide-eyed fawn and his forest friends in Blu-ray high-definition on
DVD Review: Walt & El Grupo
Walt & El Grupo is finally on DVD and this is every Disney geek’s dream film. Directed by Theodore Thomas, this film is an important look at a singular year and event which defined a Studio, a man, his artists and the direction of the company. Frank Thomas, one of
