Real Life Wall-E Spotted in LA

May 15th, 2008

In a previous post we reported there is a rumor going around that a life size Wall-E is being built to roam around either Disneyland or California Adventure. Yesterday there was a video uploaded to youtube showing a real life wall-e robot. This is believed to be the rumored robot that they are planning to let go in one of the parks. Imagine seeing this little guy roaming around Tomorrowland interacting with the guests. Disney has an amazing ability to create some awesome and magical atmospheres. Check it out!

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RUMOR REPORT: Indy To Take Over Adventureland

May 13th, 2008

Roaming around the internet is a list of things that will be happening in Adventureland as part of the Summer of Hidden Mysteries. Check it out below. If anybody has an official Disney source for this please let us know! :)

“Indiana Jones™ and the Secret of the Stone Tiger”
Young Guests become archaeologists as they solve clues, complete tasks and decipher codes, Indy style which leads to a hidden treasure. A friendly and helpful female archaeologist, who may not be as innocent as she seems, will host the experience. However, if her intentions are found to be villainous, Indy will surely be on the scene to aid the youngsters.

Indiana Jones™ Adventure Map
Guests will be able to pick up a special map near the entrance to Aladdin’s Oasis, leading them to a series of clues that, when deciphered, reveal a secret message. This message can be used online to obtain an exclusive download of desktop wallpaper, screen saver or other collateral. The map also has a section that highlights activities in the queue of Indiana Jones™ Adventure and the Jungle Cruise.

Adventure Photo Location
Guests can step into an action-packed sequence inspired by Raiders of the Lost Ark. They can also pick up their Indiana Jones™ Adventure Maps at this location.

Indiana Jones™ Adventure Queue
Using their Indiana Jones™ Adventure Maps as a guide, Guests will discover an exciting array of secrets hidden away in the queue of the attraction.

Jungle Cruise
The Jungle Cruise Skipper spiel has been enhanced to reflect the idea that Indy has been traveling through the jungle on his latest expedition – and we see will signs of his exploits. Moreover, Guests with a keen eye can look for hidden icons from the first three films, which are described in their Adventure Maps.

Indiana Jones™ in Adventureland!
Indiana Jones™ and a male enemy agent run into each other in the street and pursue one another through Adventureland – pushing through the crowd, popping up here, there and everywhere! Seems one of them has a map to the Temple of the Forbidden Eye that the other wants. This results in a series of fun-filled, dramatic staged “moments” that include fights on balconies, pursuits and daring escapes!

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RUMOR REPORT: Matterhorn Bobsled Cars

May 6th, 2008

Before Original D launched there was a lot of buzz around the internet regarding new cars for the Matterhorn. A picture circulated showing a prototype of the new cars to be added (shown left). They would sit 3 people each in their own individual seat for a total of 6 people per train. There are two scenarios to be looked at now.

1) This is still the game plan and the new cars will be added late 2008 or early 2009

2) Since Space Mountain in Florida is looking to undergo a major rehab (possibly as extensive as the one here at Disneyland), the cars from that ride may be transfered over to So Cal to be placed on the Matterhorn.

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RUMOR REPORT: 4/26/08

April 26th, 2008

The following rumors come from several different places around the web. They have some merit to them because the sources have been correct before. But they have also been wrong before. With that being said, NONE have been confirmed by Disney. Original D will not post as truth until they have been confirmed real.

-Star Tours 2. This is one that has been flying around for quite some time. A new Star Tours is in development with a brand new movie sequence, upgraded stereo systems, and upgraded projector systems. The new ride will have guests wear 3D glasses for some pretty cool effects during the ride. If this rumor is to be found true, expect the current ride to close sometime late 2008 or early 2009 and be down for almost a year due to the extensive rehab.

-People Mover. After the Star Tours ride is completed the new focus will be on the People Mover. Bringing this ride back has puzzled Disney about where to put the queue since the building are now inhabited by Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. The solution? Tear down the classic pillar that currently only holds a tiny gift shop at its base to make a brand new and up to date loading platform for the new People Mover attraction.

-Astro Orbiter. As part of building the new loading area for the People Mover, Disney will design the building to once again move the Astro Orbiters to its classic location on top of the People Mover loading area and in the center of Tomorrowland.

-Wall-E. A 3 foot tall version of Wall-E is being made as an animatronic and interactive character that will be able to roll around inside the park and interact with guests. Nobody is quite sure where this little guy would go but Tomorrowland sounds like a perfect fit.

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RUMOR REPORT: 4/14/08

April 14th, 2008

The following rumors come from some-what reliable sources which SOME sites are going as far as saying they are truth, so they aren’t just “some guy said this would happen.” With that being said, NONE have been confirmed by Disney. Original D will not post as truth until they have been confirmed real.

-Mr. Lincoln. Discussions are being made at Disneyland regarding what to do with the “first 50 years” movie in the Disneyland Opera House. Apparently, they are leaning towards bringing back Mr. Lincoln and redesigning all the 50th displays to general “history of Disneyland” displays.

-Indiana Jones. If the previously confirmed Indiana Jones street show does well Disneyland is thinking that it will most likely replace Aladdin’s Oasis in Adventureland as a true stunt show.

-2009, the year of construction. California Adventure will begin its complete makeover. During this time visitors will have to enter the park via an alternate entrance that will either be placed near Monsters Inc in the Hollywood Backlot or in Downtown Disney just to the right of La Brea Bakery right next to Soarin’. Over in Disneyland, a planned renovation of the horse buggy rails all down main street means that Main Street will be walled up all the way down the center (probably with small gaps to cross in areas that they have already finished. In other words, walls EVERYWHERE.

-Electrical Parade. Once the Main Street construction is complete “Disney’s Electrical Parade” will once again become “Main Street Electrical Parade” and be moved BACK in to Disneyland Park! On top of that, discussions are happening in regards to changing the Blue Fairy float to a Tinkerbell float.

-“Wonder” Parade”. Disney plans to show a NEW parade in Disneyland in 2009 called “Wonder”. With all the construction going on and no new attractions opening in 2009, this is their attempt to bring people back to the park so they can still see SOMETHING new.

-Remember… Dreams Come True. They are planning on making a new ending to one of the most amazing firework shows in existance. Only diehard fans or people who have seen the show several times should notice.

-Fantasmic!. In an ongoing effort to keep upgrading Disneyland’s most impressive live show they are going to be isntalling new digital projectors this coming fall. The projectors SHOULD produce a more sharp and clear image on the giant mist screens.

-Entertainment Campaign. You will begin to see new ads reminding people of all the entertainment that is offered at the resort. This is in an attempt to keep attendance up during the mass construction in 2009.

-55th Anniversary Party. Disney is preparing for a huge 55th party. All of the new entertainment and refurbished areas will open and Disneyland should be in the best shape it has been in for a while. We’ll see what happens there.

That’s the end of this rumor report. Remember these are rumors that have not been confirmed by Disney, but they are also rumors coming from some-what credible sources. So take them with a grain of salt, but you can have a little hope… ;)

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