Tag: Walt Disney Studios
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Production Underway in South Carolina on Disney+ Original Film “Safety” Directed by Reginald Hudlin From Walt Disney Pictures
BURBANK, Calif. (September 13, 2019)—Production has begun on Walt Disney Pictures’ “Safety,” a drama inspired by the uplifting true story of former Clemson safety Ray McElrathbey, in South Carolina. The film, which is directed by Oscar® nominee Reginald Hudlin (“Django Unchained,” “Marshall”), written by Randy McKinnon (“Where the Water Runs”) and Nick Santora (“Scorpion,” “The Fugitive…
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Disney and Pinewood Studios Sign Long-Term Deal
Disney and Pinewood Studios have struck a long-term deal about the future use of the Buckinghamshire studio in the United Kingdom. The announcement comes from a release on Pinewood Studios’ website. Under the deal, Disney will be using all stages, backlots, and other productions accommodations at the historic studio. According to Deadline, the deal should…
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3 Magical Days – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 947 (#465)
Welcome to a jam-packed week of GEEKS CORNER! Fresh off the D23 Expo weekend, the geeks discuss some of the highlights from the weekend! This includes discussion and analysis of the Disney+ panel, the Walt Disney Studios panel, and the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel. The geeks talk about changes coming to Disneyland and…
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Walt Disney Studios Blows Fans Away with Exciting New Announcements from D23 Expo 2019
It’s been an amazing day at D23 Expo 2019! Without a doubt, the talk of the day was definitely the Walt Disney Studios panel was the talk of the day. This morning, as fans were gearing up, they were handed bags to seal their phones away before they entered the hall. This left many fans…
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The Walt Disney Studios Presents Upcoming Film Slate From Disney, Walt Disney Animation, Pixar Animation, Marvel, and Lucasfilm at D23 Expo 2019
BURBANK, Calif., August 8, 2019 – The Walt Disney Studios presents an exclusive look at its unparalleled film slate at D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, California, taking place August 23–25. At a marquee Hall D23 presentation hosted by The Walt Disney Studios Chief Creative Officer and Co-Chairman Alan Horn on Saturday, August 24, fans will…
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Disney Continues to Make Records as it Cruises Past Own Global Box Office Record
The Walt Disney Company continues to dominate at the box office and over the weekend surpassed one of its own records. The record, set in 2016 was $7.61 at the global box office. As of this weekend, Disney surpassed $7.67 at the global box office. This wasn’t the only record Disney beat this weekend though.…
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New Experiences Coming to Tower of Terror at Disneyland Paris
From the opening of the Halloween season, the famous ‘Tower of Terror’ attraction inspired by the world of The Twilight Zone will offer a new permanent visitor experience, for even more surprises and emotions! An offer of experiences in constant evolution! Once through the familiar corridors of the hotel, plunging directly into the disturbing atmosphere…
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Sunday Spotlight: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is an enclosed roller coaster currently found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. It also can be found at the Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. However, this version will be closing on September 1, 2019. The attraction features the music of Aerosmith as guests race through…
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Edle Bakke, A Disney Pioneer for Women in the Film Industry, Dies at 91
Edle Bakke has died at the age of 91. She was a leader in the world of film animation with a long history with the Walt Disney Company. When Edle Bakke graduated from North Hollywood High School in 1945, she was in search of a job. Not too long after her search began, the Walt…
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Alan Bergman Upped, Alan Horn Expands Role at The Walt Disney Studios
Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, and Alan Horn, Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, have announced that Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman has been elevated to Co-Chairman of the Studio Entertainment division. He will serve alongside Horn, while Horn will assume the additional title of Chief…
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New Super Hero Immersive Interactive Experience Allows Guests to Join in the Action in the Upcoming Marvel-Themed Land at Disneyland Resort
New details have emerged on Disney Parks Blog for the Marvel-themed land experiences at Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort. Some explanation of setting has been divulged with hints at some members of the Avengers having some kind of a presence in the park. Tony Stark has established WEB – Worldwide Engineering Brigade –…
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Director Rob Marshall & Angela Lansbury Share Memories and Magic Ahead of Mary Poppins Returns Arrival in Homes
Recently members of the media were invited to the Walt Disney Studios ahead of the home entertainment release of Mary Poppins Returns. While there, the media were shown a special behind-the-scenes about the making of the film. After this, director Rob Marshall arrived to share about the making of this movie and how the original…
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Global to Galactic – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter! There is a lot of news going on this week that covers Disney, Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars! With new trailers, initiatives, casting news, and more, it is a good week to be a Disney geek! We hope you enjoy this week’s DISNEY Reporter! As you watch…
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Tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank in an Even Bigger Way in 2019
Get ready to see The Walt Disney Studios in a way you never have before! Just in time for D23’s 10th anniversary, The Walt Disney Studios Tour will return in 2019 with even more to see. The D23 Gold Member-exclusive tours will come to four weekends in 2019 and the April tour date will be…
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Captain Marvel Heading to Disneyland Paris For Marvel Season of Super Heroes!
Captain Marvel is coming to Disneyland Paris. Next spring as part of the Marvel Season of Super Heroes, Captain Marvel will be joining the Avengers along with Groot and the gang to help the Guardians save the galaxy. Captain Marvel and the other super heroes will be found again in Walt Disney Studios. This will…
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Disney Studios Reportedly Looking to Set Sail with Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise Again with Deadpool Writers Onboard
Disney is reportedly looking to reboot the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. According to Deadline, the Walt Disney Studios are in discussions with Deadpool scribes Rhett Reese & Paul Wernick about a potential Pirates reboot. The talks are in the early stages and nothing is confirmed at this point. While there isn’t a lot known about this potential film,…
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Enter the Magical World of Agrabah with a Look at the Aladdin Teaser Trailer
Disney has released the first teaser trailer for the live-action adaptation of Aladdin. This movie will give a fresh and updated retelling of the classic animated film that was released 26 years ago. In the teaser, we see the vast deserts of Agrabah, the palace in the distance, and who we can imagine to be…
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Celebrate Star Wars at Disneyland Paris When Legends of the Force – A Celebration of Star Wars Arrives for a Limited Time in 2019
The Force will be strong at Disneyland Paris with Legends of the Force arrives in 2019. This limited time celebration of Star Wars will run from January 12 to March 17, 2019. It will offer an incredible sound and light show and an impressive (most impressive) lineup of favorite Star Wars characters. In the Star…
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Disneyland Paris Serves Up Extra Dose of Magic With Disney FanDaze Inaugural Party
I had the great opportunity of attending the Disney FanDaze Inaugural Party at Disneyland Paris over the weekend and was honored when Mr. DAPS asked if I would write a report on the event as I’ve long been a fan. For those unfamiliar with Disney FanDaze, it is a new brand at Disneyland Paris for…
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Expansion, Celebration, & Rain! – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot to cover from a lot of different corners of the Disney and geek communities. Starting off, Disneyland Paris had a fairly substantial announcement this week about the future of the Walt Disney Studios Park. Mickey Mouse is celebrating 90 years this year…
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Walt Disney Studios Paris to Begin Multi-Year Expansion in 2021
Bob Iger has announced a multi-year expansion to Walt Disney Studios Paris, the park right next to Disneyland Paris. Already announced is the Iron Man roller coaster taking Rock N’ Roller Coaster’s place. It will be part of a Marvel area that Iger announced. Other areas include a Star Wars land and Frozen area. A…
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Disney’s Top Choice for The Little Mermaid Director: Rob Marshall
Rob Marshall is a popular director around Walt Disney Studios. Recently he direct Mary Poppins Returns but could one of his next projects be the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid? According to Deadline, Marshall is their number one choice to direct this film. It will feature new songs by Hamilton‘s Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken and a script…
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Disneyland Paris to Get More Marvel in 2018
Disneyland Paris announced at the London Comic Con that 2018 will have more Marvel at the resort. June 10 to September 30 Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Spider-Man, Black Widow and Star-Lord will be at Disneyland Paris. At Walt Disney Studios Park Paris there will be special shows and meet and greets with these super…
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D23 Brings Disney Magic to Fans Across the Country in 2018
The slate of events includes a special birthday celebration for Mickey Mouse, advance movie screenings, exclusive tours, Broadway shows, and a return to Walt’s hometown of Marceline. BURBANK, Calif. – October 1, 2017 – In 2018, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club brings a new roster of events for fans around the country to enjoy.…