When the United States entered World War II, the Walt Disney Studios became a place the government turned to help develop a number of training, educational and propaganda films.In all, Disney produced over 68 hours of films ranging from aircraft production to encouraging the purchase of war bonds to morale boosting shorts like Der Fuehrer's Face. See some of the films here.Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and other characters could also be seen painted on many aircraft as Disney created about 1,200 insignias for the U.S. military, many for Naval units....
Saturday, 31 May 2014
During World War II Walt Disney produced over 68 hours of propaganda films for the U.S. government.Between 1942 and 1945, Disney used Donald Duck, Pluto and even the Seven Dwarfs for various pro-American war films to increase the support for the war. The various departments Disney made films for were The Treasury Department, to help finance the war, the U.S. Navy and The Army Air Forces.Beware that under today's social standards, many of these films, particularly "Education For Death" my be considered a bit disturbing. (In addition her are some...
© Steven LiebmanFestival of The Lion King show. The Festival of the Lion King re-opens June 1, 2014 at the newly completed Harambe Theatre in the Animal Kingdom park.The show, which features songs from "The Lion King" and an acrobatic troupe, first appeared in 1998. It closed in January as work started in Camp Minnie Mickey to transform the area into the new Avatar land. In finding the show a new home, Disney built the Harambe...
Typhoon Lagoon at Disney World turns 25 on June 1, 2014.Disney publicity photoThe water park, which legend has it was created when a typhoon, earthquake and volcanic eruption combined to create the park.Here are is a look at the park, by the numbers:3 million: Gallons of water in the park.362,000: Gallons in the salt-water coral shark reef.109,000: Square feet of water in the park.2,100: The number of feet inner tubes travel along...
Sunday, 25 May 2014
The original vision of Disneyland by Walt Disney and how it would end up looking is quite different.You can see the differences now that original prospectus written by Walt Disney to get financing or Disneyland is out making the rounds.Boingboing first wrote about this, presenting the prospectus for all to see from an anonymous benefactor. The full prospectus can also be found on arhvive.org.The 1953 prospectus was created feverishly over a weekend...
The 1930s were an exciting time for Walt Disney and his company.In January of 1930 the Mickey Mouse cartoon firs appeared. In 1935, the first Mickey Mouse cartoon in color - "The Band Concert" - was released, the first featured length animated film - "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" - was released and in 1939, the company started its move to Burbank.Here are 10 images of Walt Disney during that time, from family photos, to him working and on trips, he kept himself busy.1. In this 1933 photo Walt stands behind his wife, Lillian.#3230628...
So, you've taken the long walk to the back of Disneyland and go under the train tracks to enter the colorful world of Mickey's Toontown.You ride Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin and take your chances on Gadget's Go Coaster. But as we always say here at Disney Diary, slow down and look around. Make sure you take in the clever designs and features created for this area.To help you out, here are 9 signs around Toontown not to miss.Number 1: The main direction...
Saturday, 24 May 2014
Hong Kong Disneyland will introduce a new nighttime parade October, 2014.During “Disney Paint The Night” parade Tinker Bell’s pixie dust enchants Mickey Mouse's brush and visions start to appear.For the first time ever Lightning McQueen, Sulley and Mike will be found in a Hong Kong Disneyland parade for the first time ever. Tinker Bell, Ariel, Belle, Buzz Lightyear, Woody and other characters will be in the parade, according to a new release.In...
Adventures by Disney has released its 2015 itinerary which includes a trip to the Amazon, as well new "Long Weekends" in New York City and San Francisco.The vacation touring arm of Disney has more than two dozen itineraries for trips to various places around the world, including Germany and Czech Republic vacation, to Norway to see the places which inspired the movie "Frozen."Here are some of the new trips announced:Ecuador: Amazon & Galapagos...
Thursday, 22 May 2014
Lucasfilm has announced the director and writer of the first standalone Star Wars film.We all know of the new Star Wars trilogy and that filming has already started. But in addition, Disney and Lucasfilm will be producing numerous stand-alone movies that go deeper into the Star Wars universe.Gareth Edwards will direct the first stand-alone film, with a screenplay by Gary Whitta. The film is due out Dec. 16, 2016, according to starwars.com.Edwards...
Character's from Disney's upcoming "Planes: Fire & Rescue" film will appear in public service announcements for the wildfire prevention, which features Smokey Bear."When we decided to make 'Planes: Fire & Rescue,' our team of filmmakers made several research trips to meet the brave men and women whose job it is to fight wildfires," Bobs Gannaway, "Planes: Fire & Rescue" director said in a press release. "To have our character, Dusty,...
If you haven't had a chance to head to Broadway to see Disney's "Newsies The Musical," here's a four-minute a cappella version by Brigham Young University's Vocal Point and 85 student performers and crew members.The musical is based on the 1992 film Newsies which was inspired by the New York City Newsboys Strike of 1899. The show won the Tony for Best Original Score and Best Choreography. The music is by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and the book by Harvey Fierste...
Wednesday, 21 May 2014
Disney and Lucasfilm, in collaboration with Star Wars director J.J. Abrams, has created a new fundraising effort for UNICEF that could lead one donor to be filmed in the new Star Wars movie.Business WireJJ Abrams on the set of Star Wars: Episode VII. Disney has committed $1 million to support the launch of Star Wars: Force for Change, an initiative to support United Nations Children’s Fund’s Innovation Labs and its programs...
Tuesday, 20 May 2014
The next version of the Disney on Ice will be bring "Frozen" to life starting September 2014.The story of two royal sisters, Anna and Elsa. Anna, a girl with an extraordinary heart, embarks on an epic journey to find her sister, the magical Elsa, will be told live for the first time. Also appearing will be Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven and the snowman Olaf.The songs "Let it Go," "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" and "Fixer Upper" will be featured."While...
Two of the characters from "Cars" will join the The Richard Petty Driving Experience at Disney World starting June 4.Disney publicity photoThe full-size custom character cars, Aiken Axler and Sage VanDerSpin will be used in the new Piston Cup Junior Ride-Along program.“We’re thrilled to have Sage and Aiken join the Richard Petty Driving Experience team and know they’ll provide a truly magical element to our popular Junior Ride-Along program,” Chris...
Runners participating in the 2015 Walt Disney World Marathon can add another run -- the new Disney Castaway Cay Challenge.Disney publicity photoAccording to a Disney news release, after competing in the 5K, 10K, half marathon and/or full marathon during the Disney Marathon Weekend, from Jan. 7 to 11, runners can compete Jan. 14 in the Disney Castaway Cay Challenge, a special 5K race on Disney Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line’s private Bahamas island....
Monday, 19 May 2014
The Disney Cruise Line has released its 2015 itinerary, which includes two Hawaii cruises and a return to San Diego and Galveston, Texas.Bookings become open to the public on May 21, 2014 at disneycruise.com.Here are some of the itinerary highlights:Disney publicity photo10-night Hawaii with two days in Honolulu – Vancouver to HonoluluThe Disney Wonder will sail through the Hawaiian Islands where guests can experience the beaches of Waikiki on Oahu,...
Sunday, 18 May 2014
Disneyland has quietly raised its prices from 4 to 9 percent over the weekend.A one day adult ticket is now $96, up $4 from $92. The one-day park hopper pass, which allows visitors to Disneyland and California Adventure increases $13 to $150.Disneyland has also stopped sales of the Southern California annual pass which allowed the pass holder to go to the two parks on Sundays.Parking prices at the park has also increased to $...
The 2014 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is adding a new marketplace focusing on Argentina and Chile food.The Patagonia Marketplace will include sustainable roasted Verlasso salmon, quinoa salad and arugula chimichurri. There will be more than 25 ethnic and specialty marketplaces during the 53-day festival from Sept. 10 to Nov. 10 at Disney World.Celebrity chefs appearing at culinary demos will include Warren Brown, Rock Harper, Jennifer...
Saturday, 17 May 2014
Disney has unveiled a line of fashion, toys and books based on the upcoming movie "Maleficent."Coming out in theaters on May 30, the film stars Angelina Jolie as Maleficent in the untold story of Disney's most iconic villain."The 'Maleficent' product collection embodies both light and dark color palettes of the film's iconic characters and settings," Jonathan Symington, vice president and general manager of licensing for Disney Entertainment and...
Disney has released a teaser trailer for next year's film "Cinderella."According to the official synopsis: The movie follows the fortunes of Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remarries following the death of her mother. Ella welcomes her new stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But, when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family. Finally relegated to nothing more than a servant girl covered...
Goalie masks a have long been a canvas for many artists. Just take a look at the NHL and you can see some beautiful art work protecting the players in front of the net.Now, The Force comes to the goalie.After two years in the making Bauer Hockey has introduced five Star-Wars themed goalie masks, according to starwars.com.Here are the five masks:Luke Skywalker: The mask features X-wing pilot Luke Skywalker equipped for battle on the ice planet of...
Next time you are at Disney's California Adventure and don't want to deal with the crowds at World of Color, head on over to Cars Land.This is the place where neon signs glow, 16 neon signs precisely. The largest of the signs is Flo's V8 Cafe which stands 27 feet high.Here's a little tour of the Cars Land neon:© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Lieb...
Tuesday, 13 May 2014
The Ornament Valley mountain range at Cars Land is a phenomenal sight during the day, but don't forget to walk past it during the night.The 280,000 square feet of rockwork at the California Adventure at Disneyland looks phenomenal at night. The range contains six car tail fins inspired by classic car models from 1957 to 1962, hood ornaments, wheel wells and radiator caps.Here is a look:© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman© Steven Liebman©...
Monday, 12 May 2014
The dates and locations for this year's D23 Disney Fanniversary Celebration have been announced.The Fanniversary, hosted by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, will head to 11 cities across the country from Aug. 9 to Oct. 25, 2014.Fanniversary 2014, which lasts about 105 minutes, will feature never-before-heard track “Evil Evil” from Walt Disney Records The Legacy Collection Sleeping Beauty and a demo recording from Walt Disney Records The Legacy...
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