Author: Mr. Daps
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Talking Mickey Doing Magic in Florida
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs According to the Disney Parks Blog, Mickey is doing magic in Florida now…literally. In a video posted by the Disney Parks Blog Mickey Mouse talks and makes kids disappear and reappear. Check out the video here: [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVAiTcwTNik&feature=player_embedded[/youtube] It is unknown if this is the same “talking Mickey”…
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If Disney Princesses Were Real
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs What would happen if Disney princesses were real people? What if instead of being animated beauties, they instead had been live action? One Finnish student studying graphic design decided to answer this question. Using photo manipulation, he used pictures of real women to re-create a realistic version…
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Winnie the Pooh is as Heartwarming as Ever! – Mr. DAPs’ Blu-Ray Review
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Winnie the Pooh is back for a new adventure with all his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. After Eeyore loses his tail it appears that Christopher Robin has gone missing. Owl then sends Pooh and the gang on a mission to go rescue Christopher Robin from…
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Winnie the Pooh Comes Home Tomorrow – Win Your Own Copy!
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Winnie the Pooh will be available on Blu-Ray and DVD tomorrow October 25, 2011. In this new incarnation of Winnie the Pooh, Eeyore has lost his tail and everyone works together to help find his old one, or a new one. In honor of Eeyore and…
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Some Muppet Halloween Fun, Including a Kermit the Frog Jack-o-Lantern Pattern!
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Halloween is just around the corner. To celebrate this hallowed season and also the release of their upcoming self titled film The Muppets, Kermit and the gang have some special Halloween treats for you to enjoy. Miss Piggy is pleased to bring you a special e-card. Kermit…
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There’s More to the Disney Cruise Line Than Meets the Eye
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Anyone who has vacationed with the Disney Cruise Line will tell you that it is truly a magical experience. Whatever magic is made out to be in the movies, it doesn’t just appear from thin air. Disney Cruise Line is a prime example of this. For each…
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Captain Jack Sparrow Returns on Blu-Ray in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Captain Jack Sparrow is back for adventure and this time he is on a quest for the Fountain of Youth. As he sails for the fountain he finds himself pitted against mermaids, a former love interest, and the infamous Captain Blackbeard! Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger…
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Disneyland Paris Takes Halloween Seriously, Here Are Some Fun Factoids
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disneyland Paris takes Halloween seriously. They go all out to make guests Halloween experience at the resort, spooktastical! Here are a few fun factoids about all that is Halloween at Disneyland Paris: Cast in the “Disney’s Maleficious Halloween party “ show: A total of 31 performers on…
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Mickey’s Soundsational Parade Performs at Night for First Time for Special Annual Passholder Exclusive Event
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Last night, Mickey’s Soundsational Parade was presented for the first time at night for a very special event that was open exclusively for Disneyland Annual Passholders. The parade appeared at 9:30 pm at It’s a Small World and made its way south down the parade route. After…
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Some Fun Food Facts From the Disneyland Resort
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs The Disneyland Resort is known for the characters that live there, the adventures guests can experience through its many attractions and shows, and of course for the food! From churros at a vending cart, to the corndog truck, to something perhaps a bit more decadent like the…
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Disney Pixar Releases Statement on the Death of Steve Jobs
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Disney Pixar has now released a statement on the death of former Pixar CEO Steve Jobs. This was posted on their facebook page: Steve Jobs was an extraordinary visionary, our very dear friend and the guiding light of the Pixar family. He saw the potential of what…
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Former Apple CEO and Disney Board Member Steve Jobs Dead
Former Apple CEO and Disney board member Steve Jobs has passed away according to Apple. Apple’s website this afternoon read: Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear…
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THE HELP on Blu-ray and DVD 12/6
BURBANK, Calif., October 5, 2011 — The Help, the inspirational summer hit film people can’t stop talking about, arrives in homes just in time for the holidays, delivering this powerful story on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, Digital Download and On-Demand, December 6, 2011. The #1 New York Times bestseller by Kathryn Stockett comes to vivid life through the…
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Directors Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff Talk The Lion King
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs Recently I was a part of a round table interview with the directors of The Lion King Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff. The interview was fascinating and covered a broad spectrum of things about the making of The Lion King originally, for broadway, and finally for 3D.…
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The Lion King, a Masterpiece on Blu-Ray
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs There are few movies that can completely engross and entertain the entire family. The Lion King is one of these movies. The new release of The Lion King Diamond Edition on Blu-Ray takes that amazing movie released 17 years ago and elevates it to a beautiful new…
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Lion King Becomes One of the Top Grossing Domestic Films of All Time
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs The 3D release of The Lion King has taken Simba and his friends to a whole new level in the movie industry. The Lion King is now one of the top ten grossing films of all time. Just the 3D release of this Disney classic has…
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Halloween Time Arrives at the Disneyland Resort in Full Force
Halloween Time has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. Over the last few weeks, pumpkins have popped up around Main Street, Frontierland, and New Orleans Square. Villains have also been found at the Small World mall area. Yesterday marked the first evening of Mickey’s Halloween Party for 2011. It was full of characters, treats, fireworks, and…
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A 3D Interview with The Lion King Producer Don Hahn
Recently I was able to participate in a virtual round table interview with Disney producer Don Hahn, producer of The Lion King. The focus of the interview was The Lion King 3D but through the course of the event, other topics were brought up as well. The Lion King 3D has had two very strong weeks…
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Aulani, a New Disney Resort & Spa, Brings a Touch of Magic To a Family Vacation Paradise in Ko Olina, Hawaii
Ko Olina, Hawaii, Sept. 22, 2011 - A Disney-inspired Hawaiian celebration launched the grand opening of Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Thursday with music, sparkling colored lights and the ceremonial mixing of sand with pixie dust. Aulani combines the magic of Disney storytelling and guest service with the beauty and traditions of Hawaii, creating an unforgettable family vacation experience…
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How Mermaids Came to Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
Mermaids played a pivotal role in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. Special Effects Supervisor Ben Snow took a few minutes to sit down in a virtual round table and talk about some of the different aspects of making the movie, including mermaids. The mermaids in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides had…
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Jake and the Never Land Pirates Clips
Jake and the Never Land Pirates will be coming to DVD on September 27, 2011 on Jake and the Neverland Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away. In preparation for that, Disney has released the following clips from Disney Junior’s number one show.
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Special DUMBO Activities: Celebrate the 70th Anniversary Edition Release!
Today is the release of the 70th Anniversary Edition of DUMBO! Celebrate the release of DUMBO as a 2-Disc Blu-ray Hi-Def & DVD Combo Pack with a recap of all of these fun interactive activities that we’ve been sharing over the course of the week, plus a fun new activity, Make Your Own DUMBO Gliders for you and your whole family!
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AVATAR is Coming to Disney Theme Parks
DAPs Magic Disney News – by Mr. DAPs This morning at a press conference with Bob Iger and Tom Staggs at Walt Disney Imagineering, it was announced that the world of James Cameron’s AVATAR is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This is part of a creative partnership between between The…
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Bringing the Buddies Home Just Got Easier!
In celebration of TOMORROW’S release of SPOOKY BUDDIES on Blu-ray & DVD, we present you with this discount offer from Disney Movie Rewards and a sneak peek at the bonus material! Valid now through September 25, 2011, the coupon located below is good for $5 off the Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack! *Disney Movie Rewards membership…