I hope you all had a glorious fourth of July, or Treason Day if you live across the pond (do they still say “across the pond?”) and that you didn’t blow off any body parts. I’m pretty sure half of my neighbors will be spending tomorrow in the ER because there is no way in Fallbrook the things I’m hearing explode were purchased legally for home use. Especially here in Long Beach, where they are illegal anyway. They’ve been going off for about two weeks now, so the cat’s completely used to them, so there’s that. We went to my mother-in-law’s and had the traditional fourth of July carne asada grilled by my brother-in-law. It was, as usual, incredible. God bless America. Aztlan too.
Sunday at The Disneyland Resort
I forgot that Noe’s Southern California Select Passport was blocked out. My bad for not checking. He decided that he’d rather chill at the Disneyland Hotel and Downtown Disney than drive home, then come back and get me.
So, I went and took photos for the Disneyland Update, then met everybody at the meet (((Darth Daver!!!))) (((Rick and Lu!!!))) (((Everybody else!!!))) It was Michele’s actual and Dusty’s belated birthdays, but because of the holiday weekend blockout, a lot of people couldn’t come in that usually could, so we went to Tangaroa Terrace. The sad thing was, the park wasn’t very crowded at all. Maybe next year, they won’t block out that Sunday, or they might be lenient if they don’t hit certain numbers…there’s always hope!
Everyone got to see Noe and Noe got to see everyone, then I got to see a heroine who is also a friend who I see rarely, and her daughter, who makes too good of a Young Leia. Best of all, you will meet her soon. That night, I remembered that I wasn’t supposed to go out in the sun on the antibiotics I’m taking and spent the next day slathered in oatmeal lotion. While eating carne asada. And also being it, I suppose. On the way out, I buzzed through World of Disney to pick up something for my Disney ‘Ohana secret pal, and noticed that they have two sides and ends of a shelving unit stocked with Elena of Avalor toys and costumes. I think it might go well for them.
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I remembered my teenage days playing Frogger and got a couple photos:
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Book Signing with Dave Smith July 9 at Disneyland
Dave Smith’s latest book, Disney Facts Revealed: Answers to Fans’ Curious Questions is a sequel to Disney Trivia from the Vault, including more of the questions and answers from his Ask Dave columns. Dave will be on hand for special appearances and signings July 9, 2016,
Disneyana, Main Street, U.S.A, Disneyland® park from 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Blockout day? Don’t panic! Dave will be making an afternoon appearance outside the park – no admission media necessary!
World of Disney® Store, Downtown Disney® District from 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Mike Kungl at Launch Bay July 9 & 10
ACME Archives artist Mike Kungl will be showing off his streamline moderne-looking (to me, what do I know) Star Wars art at Launch Bay at Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland at Disneyland® park, as we celebrate the release of his latest artwork from a galaxy far away.
“Don’t forget to stop by and take home a piece of the force.” says the website.
July 9-10: Star Wars Launch Bay in Disneyland® park from 11:00 AM. – 5:00 PM
Remember: if Launch Bay opens earlier than 11, you can buy your artwork and have them hold it for you to be signed after the artist arrives. That way you can ensure that the piece you want doesn’t sell out.
From the mailbag:
The Her Universe Fashion Show: Fashion Meets Fandom
What: A brand new docu-series, The Her Universe Fashion Show: Fashion Meets Fandom premieres TODAY exclusively on Comic-Con HQ – the new digital network and streaming video-on-demand destination for San Diego Comic-Con. Starring Ashley Eckstein (Founder of Her Universe), the series follows twenty-seven aspiring fashion designers chosen to compete in the world’s top “geek couture” fashion show taking place on July 21st at San Diego Comic-Con. Three contestants (two chosen live at the event, one by online vote) will win the opportunity to design a fashion collection with Her Universe sold exclusively at leading pop culture retailer, Hot Topic. Over the next four weeks, get to know each of our contestants, their designs, and their dreams as we follow them from conception to catwalk live at Comic-Con. Series created by Ashley Eckstein and Jennifer Tisdale. Co-produced by Blondie Girl Productions.
Who: Starring Ashley Eckstein, 2015 Fashion Show winner Kelly Cercone and guest judges Cat Carson SVP Her Universe, Ed Labay VP of Merchandise, Hot Topic and Mandy Weaver Senior Designer, Hot Topic.
When: Thursdays
Where: Comic-Con HQ
Walt Disney Animation Studios Announces
Wreck-It Ralph Returning in Smashing Sequel
Original Voice Cast Members John C. Reilly and Sarah Silverman Set to Return
The filmmakers and Reilly made the announcement on Facebook Live last week.
“From the moment we started working on the first ‘Wreck-It Ralph,’ we knew there were so many possibilities with these characters,” said Moore, who has been developing it since shortly after the release of the first film, and while directing this year’s critically-acclaimed hit “Zootopia” with Byron Howard. “This time, Ralph’s wrecking wreaks havoc on the Web—as only he can do. Characters we loved in the first film are back and we are ecstatic to be working with them—and the actors who voice them—once again.”
(Note from Fab: I believe this was the “I’m working on something but I can’t talk about it yet.” that you didn’t see in the Zootopia interview because I edited it out.)
“The world of the internet is the perfect place to send Ralph and Vanellope,” said Johnston. “The scope and scale are so vast and the possibilities for comedy are endless.”
“Ralph is a character very near and dear to my heart,” added Reilly. “I’m really looking forward to playing the big lug again. Making the first ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ was one of the most special experiences I’ve ever had and I’m really looking forward to bringing him back to life. So many kids I’ve met all over the world are excited to see him again, too. They tell me all the time!”
When “Wreck-It Ralph” opened on Nov. 2, 2012, it turned in the highest opening weekend ever for a Walt Disney Animation Studios film at the time of release. Nominated for an Oscar® and Golden Globe® for best animated feature, “Wreck-It Ralph” won the PGA Award for outstanding producer of an animated theatrical motion picture as well as five Annie Awards, including best animated feature, director, cast and screenplay. The film was named best animated feature by the Broadcast Film Critics Association, earned outstanding achievement in casting for an animated feature by the Casting Society of America, and won the Kids’ Choice Award for favorite animated movie.
DISNEY CROSSY ROAD WRECKED!
Disney’s hit mobile game, Disney Crossy Road, was “wrecked” by Ralph in celebration of the announcement. As fans played through the 12 different Disney and Pixar worlds of Disney Crossy Road, Ralph randomly appeared and ‘wrecked’ part of their gameplay.
“Wreck-It Ralph has been one of the most popular worlds to play in Disney Crossy Road, so it made perfect sense to celebrate Ralph’s return by letting him go outside his world and ‘wreck’ other parts of the game,” said Chris Heatherly, SVP & GM, Disney Apps and Games. “We are big fans of the first film, as are our players, and can’t wait to see how the next chapter unfolds.”
“GIGANTIC” DATE-CHANGE
The animated feature “Gigantic,” originally announced as Disney’s March 9, 2018, release, will be released on November 21, 2018.
They will still, as far as Fab knows, not be using the song by The Pixies that gets stuck in her head every. time. she sees. that. title.
New “Disney LOL” App Makes the Fun of Social Content Accessible and Safe for Families, Including Kids
Disney launched Disney LOL (available on iOS and Android), a new app where families, including kids, can access Disney’s short-form social content in a singular, family-friendly, high-quality mobile app experience. With Disney LOL, Disney fans of all ages can join the fun and view GIFs, Vines, short-form videos (up to two minutes) and browse through a variety of non-episodic content from Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Interactive Media , Star Wars, and Marvel. The app is free to download and available for iOS and Android in the United States and Canada.
The Disney LOL app builds on the success Disney is experiencing with content created for various social media and micro content platforms. Disney currently has 1.15 billion followers across these platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Pinterest, YouTube, Snapchat and Vine), driving 325 million views per month.
“Our audience engages when we interpret classic Disney stories in new ways, with bite-sized, shareable pieces of content relatable to all ages,” Michael Hundgen, Director of Content Strategy and Editorial, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media said. “By bringing Disney’s social content into the Disney LOL app experience, we’re making it possible for all audiences to access this engaging content. We’re creating content for digitally-native families every day, and these new experiences offer Disney stories and characters in formats that are familiar to our audience and on the devices they use most.”
In addition to the Disney LOL app, families, including kids, can also enjoy Disney interactive content and short-form video on the new Disney LOL portal (lol.disney.com) and Mickey Video app.
- On the web, the Disney LOL portal (lol.disney.com) is a uniquely Disney digital experience that features interactive Disney videos, games, memes, GIFs, micro-interactives, jokes, trivia, polls, and more.
- The Mickey Video app features popular short-form (up to five minutes) Disney videos for kids and families. Content includes season three of Mickey Shorts (20 videos); Classic Mickey and Friends Cartoons plus curated collections and character pages, including Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and Pluto; additional short-form content from Disney-Pixar and more. Users can browse by character or collection, or dive right into the newest Mickey Shorts Season Three videos. The app is available on the iPhone, iPad and on Apple TV.
- The Apple TV Mickey Video app delivers short-form Disney video content directly into living rooms. The five-minute duration of the videos makes for a perfect ‘living room’ experience, which offers less swiping and more of a ‘laid-back’ moment that audiences seek from the big screen.
With all three Disney experiences, safety is the top priority. The apps and website only serve age-appropriate content and provide a safe experience for users of all ages.
Disney LOL is available in the App Store and on Google Play; Mickey Video is available in the App Store
BRING HOME THE YEAR’S BIGGEST BLOCKBUSTER:
MARVEL’S CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR
On Digital HD on Sept. 2 and Blu-ray™ on Sept. 13
And don’t miss the 60+ minutes of in-depth bonus features that take viewers behind the battle lines with their favorite Super Heroes! When Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” arrives early on Digital HD, Digital 3D and Disney Movies Anywhere on Sept. 2 and on Blu-ray™ 3D, Blu-ray, DVD and On-Demand on Sept. 13, viewers can join the nonstop action and pick their side—Team Cap, commanded by Steve Rogers (Chris Evans), or Team Iron Man, led by Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.).
More than 60-minutes of thrilling, exclusive bonus material includes: an inside look at the evolution of lead characters Steve Rogers and Tony Stark, a behind-the-scenes exclusive on the making of Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War,” never-before-seen deleted scenes and hilarious outtakes. Plus, home audiences can learn more about the latest additions to the MCU and get an exclusive, first look at Marvel’s “Doctor Strange,” starring Benedict Cumberbatch, coming to theaters Nov. 4, 2016.
Bonus features include*:
DIGITAL HD/3D & BLU-RAY:
• United We Stand, Divided We Fall – The Making of Captain America: Civil War Part 1 & Part 2 – As the tension mounts, sides are chosen and lines drawn. Learn more about the characters on each side—from Captain America and Iron Man to the latest recruits. In this complete behind-the-scenes look at a landmark in the Marvel saga, we’ll examine their stories through exclusive footage and interviews and discover just what went into selecting the Super Hero teams, filming the epic action sequences and introducing Black Panther and Spider-Man to the MCU.
• Captain America: The Road to Civil War – Explore the First Avenger’s fascinating evolution from loyal soldier to seasoned, conflicted hero who questions authority.
• Iron Man: The Road to Civil War – From Gulmira to Sokovia, delve into the development and evolution of one of the most iconic characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
• Gag Reel – Break the tension of this high-stakes conflict with some hilarious outtakes featuring the lighter side of your favorite Super Heroes.
• Deleted & Extended Scenes – Check out never-before-seen footage that didn’t make the final cut of “Captain America: Civil War.”
• Audio Commentary – Directors Anthony and Joe Russo and screenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely deliver scene-by-scene insight and explain the storytelling challenges they faced creating the third installment of the Captain America franchise.
• Open Your Mind: Marvel’s Doctor Strange – Exclusive Sneak Peek – Go behind and beyond the scenes as Doctor Strange makes his journey to the big screen.
*Bonus features may vary by retailer. The DVD does not include any bonus materials.
From the really cool stuff in my mailbox department:
MARVEL Comics Proudly Presents
“Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet – Part Two”
Featuring the World Debut of “Beast With It ” by Prodigy of Mobb Deep Featuring Mark the Beast
“With the Black Panther capturing the hearts and minds of fans around the world, we are making an all-out press for their eyes and ears,” continues Alonso. “And who better to make our opening statement than the sonically groundbreaking duo, El-P and Killer Mike – a.k.a. Run the Jewels?”
Watch here:
Happy Trails, Mr. Hiffmeyer
Go take a look at this morning’s Orange County Register – Paul Hiffmeyer, Disneyland’s Chief Photographer for Public Relations since 2005, is hanging up his Mouse Ears and retiring. Thanks for all of the beautiful images you’ve given to us – and taken of quite a few of us that have been to ANY Disneyland-related event in the past few decades – and best wishes to you in the years ahead – and we hope we’ll still see you in the parks! Here’s a photo that Paul says is one of his favorites, and a reminder to look all around you for that special, once-in-a-lifetime rare shot:
Thank you!
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