"I'M STUCK IN DISNEY!!!!!!!!" A Delightfully Unliveable TR ~ NEW TR 9/27!!!!!!!!!!!

[__disneygirl]

It is! I'm kinda thinking of showing her one of my B&W movies restored in color. Asking her how she likes it then show it to her on another occasion in B&W just to get her upset. And the movie I'm talking about is It's A Wonderful Life, that movie just never gets old for me no matter how everyone in the world (aside from my father) gets annoyed with me watching it so much.

Thanks! You seem to have similar tastes in movies to me so I may ask when I get through the endless list of movies I have to-be watched (Got SOOO many for Christmas). They are seriously dominating my life right now. My friends now want me to make a movie blog too!

It really is a shame. If only she had gotten all those Oscar nods she deserved. I'm sure she'd be almost as successful as Meryl Streep. And I totally agree about the situation between her and Woody. They were so great together and really played off each other well. I know people like him and Diane Keaton together generally, but she's in a whole other league. Woody and Mia were at the same level so it worked. But I'll have to see more of Diane and Woody so hopefully I'll come across Annie Hall one of these days (Sleeper was actually on TCM or some other channel a few days ago. Should've recorded it, darn!)

Exactly. I can say there is no other movie like it, but I think that may have been its downfall. I think the cinematography and music is almost overwhelming to the story-line since it's so well-done you can get all wrapped-up in fantastic Gershwin compositions and then some of the best scenery all in mellow tones that you don't notice what's going on. I mean, the most used cover for the movie with Diane and Woody on the bench looking at the Brooklyn Bridge, I barely even remember what happened there. There was way too much ambition and I think it didn't make the movie as good as it should've been. And yeah, the relationship between Woody and Mariel didn't work or feel right at all. I could see what they were getting at, but I felt Woody carried a brunt of the chemistry there because it felt awkward from her end since the maturity that I believe that was supposed to be there got lost in the naivety. I don't think they picked the best actress for a young character even though she did get the supporting actress Oscar nod.

I'm going to watch Reservoir Dogs and possibly Jackie Brown (I got a Quentin Tarantino DVD set from my aunt. PULP FICTION <3) then I'm seeing Les Miserables tonight!!!! But I think I'll go find sometime tomorrow since I'm in need of a good Woody film now

Hah! Yeah, definitley don't give up on her with the black and white thing. It's just crazy and I'm sure she'll come to her senses. It's A Wonderful Life is certainly one of the best!

I have an endless to-watch list as well! I'll never get through it. Maybe if they just stopped releasing movies for a whole year I could at least put a dent in it. Hmmm. You should make a movie blog, it's nice to have a place to put all your movie obsession stuff. It's like clearing out your brain and organizing your interests or something. I was just typing up a post about why Pitch Perfect is really not that great of a movie b/c I don't get why people are so into it... it's good to have an outlet for that stuff.

I actually like Diane more than Mia, I was a huge fan of hers before I even got into Woody Allen movies, but I understand where you're coming from cause Mia's amazing. Once you see Annie Hall I'm sure you'll have a much greater appreciation for Diane. She is absolute perfection in that movie, it's like a bit of magic honestly. Woody was able to capture her in that performance at the exact right time in the exact right way. She's great in everything, but Diane Keaton in Annie Hall is seriously just proof that movie magic exists. And them together as a couple in that movie just works so unbelievably perfectly. It's so seamless and effortless, unlike Manhattan.

Another good one you have to watch by Woody is Stardust Memories. It's extremely underrated, but I find big film buffs like myself get it and love it. The use of music in that film is perfect too, especially Moonlight Serenade by Glenn Miller. Ahh it's perfection.

Your aunt is awesome for getting you that box set! Have you seen the Kill Bill movies? I really just think of it as one movie (since that's how Tarantino sees them). Anyway, Kill Bill 1 & 2 is my favorite Tarantino film besides Pulp Fiction. So if you haven't seen them, you should!

 

[__disneygirl]

Hello Friends!!!

Sorry for the lack of updates. Please go to my other TR (which I just updated and will be updating again shortly) for a little note from me! It would be quite redundant to repeat it here.

Anyway, I promise I will get this thing rolling soon! I really do not want to drag this out over the period of 8 years. Seriously! Ok bye!

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[flashcal]

Lia....in case nobody has ever said this to you before, I'm your first fan! (Probably not). I just spent the day reading your trip reports and chuckling all the while. I thoroughly enjoy your writing style and enthusiasm.

You see, I live in Kissimmee, just 3 miles from the property and 4.4 miles from the AK entrance. That target store you went to is my local Target.

I moved here to be close to Disney and while yes, it is awsome, the one trade off is losing all the excitement and anticipation. The counting down the days, the airport, the screaming under the arches, the thrill of entering under the bridge at the MK, seeing the castle for the first time...etc..

You give up that joy when you live here, and it's so nice to feel it vicariously through you. I adore your enthusiasm because that's how I felt but never knew anyone who GOT IT. You get it and I DIG that about you!!

Never change girl !!

 

[PlutosRHM55]

Hah! Yeah, definitley don't give up on her with the black and white thing. It's just crazy and I'm sure she'll come to her senses. It's A Wonderful Life is certainly one of the best!

I have an endless to-watch list as well! I'll never get through it. Maybe if they just stopped releasing movies for a whole year I could at least put a dent in it. Hmmm. You should make a movie blog, it's nice to have a place to put all your movie obsession stuff. It's like clearing out your brain and organizing your interests or something. I was just typing up a post about why Pitch Perfect is really not that great of a movie b/c I don't get why people are so into it... it's good to have an outlet for that stuff.

I actually like Diane more than Mia, I was a huge fan of hers before I even got into Woody Allen movies, but I understand where you're coming from cause Mia's amazing. Once you see Annie Hall I'm sure you'll have a much greater appreciation for Diane. She is absolute perfection in that movie, it's like a bit of magic honestly. Woody was able to capture her in that performance at the exact right time in the exact right way. She's great in everything, but Diane Keaton in Annie Hall is seriously just proof that movie magic exists. And them together as a couple in that movie just works so unbelievably perfectly. It's so seamless and effortless, unlike Manhattan.

Another good one you have to watch by Woody is Stardust Memories. It's extremely underrated, but I find big film buffs like myself get it and love it. The use of music in that film is perfect too, especially Moonlight Serenade by Glenn Miller. Ahh it's perfection.

Your aunt is awesome for getting you that box set! Have you seen the Kill Bill movies? I really just think of it as one movie (since that's how Tarantino sees them). Anyway, Kill Bill 1 & 2 is my favorite Tarantino film besides Pulp Fiction. So if you haven't seen them, you should!

I won't. I also have my little sister to work on (she thought the "Miracle on 34th Street" remake was better than the original, it hurt me bad).

Haha, that is so true! I also then have my goal of seeing most every Disney movie, not sure if that will happen, but I feel I am getting close. And I actually already kinda do have my own movie blog. It is really just my tumblr but I have made some reviews on there as well as some other things. But I'll probably move that over onto the blog with my friends. And I will have to look at that post since I have heard positive reviews for the most part so it will be interesting to hear what you think.

I used to feel that way. The first time I saw her in a movie was The Godfather and The Godfather Part II where she is a GODDESS. But I sorta lost faith in her in Manhattan even if she did a good job but I hated the choice in role personally. But if you haven't seen her in The Godfather, it is worth seeing just for her and Al Pacino (I could argue endlessly about why he should've won the Oscar over Art Carney (for godfather part 2)). So I am interested to see if she achieved even more greatness in Annie Hall because it seems that is her signature role.

I'll make note of that too. I saw Crimes and Misdemeanors today and it was pretty good. Broadway Danny Rose is still my fave but I felt I might have missed some things because the ending was great and I was wishing I could've gotten into it more at the beginning.

No I haven't but I've heard great things so I want to see it. I love Uma Thurman even if I wasn't a big fan of her in Pulp Fiction for some odd reason (my fave role of hers is in Gattaca) so I am interested to see how she is in Kill Bill. I am also looking forward to Django Unchained which I know you have been freaking out about.

And just a side note, after you see Django, GO SEE LES MIS! I am a huge musical buff so I may be biased but it was such a great movie adaptation so just wanted to put my two sense in about that.

 

[__disneygirl]

Lia....in case nobody has ever said this to you before, I'm your first fan! (Probably not). I just spent the day reading your trip reports and chuckling all the while. I thoroughly enjoy your writing style and enthusiasm.

You see, I live in Kissimmee, just 3 miles from the property and 4.4 miles from the AK entrance. That target store you went to is my local Target.

I moved here to be close to Disney and while yes, it is awsome, the one trade off is losing all the excitement and anticipation. The counting down the days, the airport, the screaming under the arches, the thrill of entering under the bridge at the MK, seeing the castle for the first time...etc..

You give up that joy when you live here, and it's so nice to feel it vicariously through you. I adore your enthusiasm because that's how I felt but never knew anyone who GOT IT. You get it and I DIG that about you!!

Never change girl !!

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoy them!

I've thought about that a lot... about how if I moved there it would take a lot of the magic away. It's the main reason why I've never moved there for the winter like I've been saying I would do basically every winter since I turned 18! BUt... I still really want to do it. I think being so close would be worth it, I think I would just be happier on a day to day basis even if it did take away some of the magic... I think it would bring new magic that I haven't experienced before as well. Aaand I'm rambling now. But yes I'm glad you get to live vicariously through my reports! I dig you as well.

I won't. I also have my little sister to work on (she thought the "Miracle on 34th Street" remake was better than the original, it hurt me bad).

Haha, that is so true! I also then have my goal of seeing most every Disney movie, not sure if that will happen, but I feel I am getting close. And I actually already kinda do have my own movie blog. It is really just my tumblr but I have made some reviews on there as well as some other things. But I'll probably move that over onto the blog with my friends. And I will have to look at that post since I have heard positive reviews for the most part so it will be interesting to hear what you think.

I used to feel that way. The first time I saw her in a movie was The Godfather and The Godfather Part II where she is a GODDESS. But I sorta lost faith in her in Manhattan even if she did a good job but I hated the choice in role personally. But if you haven't seen her in The Godfather, it is worth seeing just for her and Al Pacino (I could argue endlessly about why he should've won the Oscar over Art Carney (for godfather part 2)). So I am interested to see if she achieved even more greatness in Annie Hall because it seems that is her signature role.

I'll make note of that too. I saw Crimes and Misdemeanors today and it was pretty good. Broadway Danny Rose is still my fave but I felt I might have missed some things because the ending was great and I was wishing I could've gotten into it more at the beginning.

No I haven't but I've heard great things so I want to see it. I love Uma Thurman even if I wasn't a big fan of her in Pulp Fiction for some odd reason (my fave role of hers is in Gattaca) so I am interested to see how she is in Kill Bill. I am also looking forward to Django Unchained which I know you have been freaking out about.

And just a side note, after you see Django, GO SEE LES MIS! I am a huge musical buff so I may be biased but it was such a great movie adaptation so just wanted to put my two sense in about that.

Eeee yikes. Natalie Wood > Mara Wilson. Sorry Mara! Love you in Matilda!!!

Oh what's your Tumblr? I'll have to follow you!

Of course I've seen the Godfather!! And yes Diane is flawless in everything she does really, even if the role is not so great (in recent years she's been in some not-amazing movies but she still shines). If you like her I could give you a whole list of must-sees! She's just amazing. I love her so much.

If you think you missed some things you should definitely watch it again sometime! It definitely does very well on repeat viewings!

Uma Thurman is HEAVEN in Kill Bill. She's the QUEEN. You don't even know. The whole thing is unreal though. You'll love it.

I just.... I think it's a no on Les Mis for me. I love musicals but I just can't do Anne Hathaway. I can't. I'm not thrilled with the casting of this. I don't wanna see Russell Crowe sing either. Amanda Seyfried is ok but she annoys me because everyone says we look alike and I just want people to shut up about that. I love Helena though and Hugh Jackman knows what he's doing but I really don't think I can do 3 hours of what I saw in the trailer. Not to be a hater but I just don't see myself seeing it. Especially in the theatre. When it comes on HBO or something I'll probably peep it out but again, Anne Hathaway. *no offense if you love her! Just my opinion.

 

[flashcal]

I will say this about living here, you're never bored. There are meet up groups here that are filled with people like us that moved here both for the pure love of Disney and because they knew they would never be bored here. I've met a lot of nice people in them.

Although we're all bored this week because no one will dare go there now as its WAY too crowded. Like, obscenely crowded. NOW I'm bored. I can't wait until a week from now.

I plan on going and trying the Sci fi diner and one of those cupcakes. I've never done either.

 

[PlutosRHM55]

Eeee yikes. Natalie Wood > Mara Wilson. Sorry Mara! Love you in Matilda!!!

Oh what's your Tumblr? I'll have to follow you!

Of course I've seen the Godfather!! And yes Diane is flawless in everything she does really, even if the role is not so great (in recent years she's been in some not-amazing movies but she still shines). If you like her I could give you a whole list of must-sees! She's just amazing. I love her so much.

If you think you missed some things you should definitely watch it again sometime! It definitely does very well on repeat viewings!

Uma Thurman is HEAVEN in Kill Bill. She's the QUEEN. You don't even know. The whole thing is unreal though. You'll love it.

I just.... I think it's a no on Les Mis for me. I love musicals but I just can't do Anne Hathaway. I can't. I'm not thrilled with the casting of this. I don't wanna see Russell Crowe sing either. Amanda Seyfried is ok but she annoys me because everyone says we look alike and I just want people to shut up about that. I love Helena though and Hugh Jackman knows what he's doing but I really don't think I can do 3 hours of what I saw in the trailer. Not to be a hater but I just don't see myself seeing it. Especially in the theatre. When it comes on HBO or something I'll probably peep it out but again, Anne Hathaway. *no offense if you love her! Just my opinion.

I know right! Love Mara in Matilda but she doesn't play Susan right at all, but I won't say it wasn't a bad casting choice. Also they cut out one of the best scenes in the remake.

My tumblr is http://yetanotherhappyhaunt.tumblr.com/

Haha, love those movies! And I would love a list of must-sees even though I still plan to watch Annie Hall first before any of them

Oh I am excited now! Especially if she is that good.

Awww I am sorry to hear you feel that way. Anne Hathaway honestly deserves an Oscar for her performance in Les Mis though. You may not like her but the transformation she makes in this role... Wow! This is out of anyone and she wasn't even the one I was most excited to see. Also, the trailer really downplays everything, it doesn't even show the best parts. But I won't force you just that you may be missing out on a lot. To each his own and this is just my opinion. I am seeing it a second time with my dad so tell me how Django is because I am sure you will see it before me.

 

[khertz]

Sorry you are not feeling well! DS was sick for Christmas too, and poor little guy was miserable. I hope you start feeling more like yourself soon!

 

[__disneygirl]

I will say this about living here, you're never bored. There are meet up groups here that are filled with people like us that moved here both for the pure love of Disney and because they knew they would never be bored here. I've met a lot of nice people in them.

Although we're all bored this week because no one will dare go there now as its WAY too crowded. Like, obscenely crowded. NOW I'm bored. I can't wait until a week from now.

I plan on going and trying the Sci fi diner and one of those cupcakes. I've never done either.

That's awesome! I love how many people move down there just to be near Disney. I really want to do it, but I don't know if it's the right thing. I'm super torn on the issue. My life is just all over the place right now! But enough of my issues.

My friend Jess (Disneyfreak508) is there right now and it seems like she is avoiding the crowds well I know it's hellish though, if I lived there I would probably avoid it during these crazy times as well.

I can't believe you live there and you've never been to Sci Fi! OMG. You are in for quite a treat my friend! It's my favorite restaurant ever! You will love it. And the cupcakes are on a plane of deliciousness that nothing else can touch. Truly. Have a great time!

I know right! Love Mara in Matilda but she doesn't play Susan right at all, but I won't say it wasn't a bad casting choice. Also they cut out one of the best scenes in the remake.

My tumblr is http://yetanotherhappyhaunt.tumblr.com/

Haha, love those movies! And I would love a list of must-sees even though I still plan to watch Annie Hall first before any of them

Oh I am excited now! Especially if she is that good.

Awww I am sorry to hear you feel that way. Anne Hathaway honestly deserves an Oscar for her performance in Les Mis though. You may not like her but the transformation she makes in this role... Wow! This is out of anyone and she wasn't even the one I was most excited to see. Also, the trailer really downplays everything, it doesn't even show the best parts. But I won't force you just that you may be missing out on a lot. To each his own and this is just my opinion. I am seeing it a second time with my dad so tell me how Django is because I am sure you will see it before me.

The original is just the best way to go! With everything, really.

Oh, your tumblr is great!! Followed you

She really is. She's one of my all time favorites.

I'm glad you enjoyed her performance, and I know it's stupid to comment on something I haven't seen, but I just do not think she is a good actress. Who knows, maybe she totally turned it around in this movie and was amazing but even from the trailer she is just not my cup of tea. Ah well whatever. I'm just not into it. I'll probably see it someday though. IF I EVER GET OUT OF THIS BED maybe I will see Django *sigh* I am dying to. I'll definitely let you know how it is!

Sorry you are not feeling well! DS was sick for Christmas too, and poor little guy was miserable. I hope you start feeling more like yourself soon!

Awwww, I'm sorry your son was sick. I hope what Santa brought cheered him up a little at least. I am starting to feel like myself today, thank God! Still not 100%, but I'm happy to at least have SOME energy. Though, I slept until almost 1pm and I still needed an almost two hour nap around 5. It's crazy how your strength can just be completely taken away by a virus. I feel like a 90 year old, it's crazy. Anyway, enough of my babbling... I hope your son is feeling better!

 

[cocofifi]

Hey girl. I'm a day late and dollar short. Wanted to let you know that I enjoy your trip reports. Loved the live tweets from your last trip. Hope everything is ok for you and all your friends and loved ones after Sandy.

 

[__disneygirl]

Hey girl. I'm a day late and dollar short. Wanted to let you know that I enjoy your trip reports. Loved the live tweets from your last trip. Hope everything is ok for you and all your friends and loved ones after Sandy.

You're not late! This puppy's just gettin' started!!!!! Thank you so much. Everyone is doing well, even my uncle who lost his home is doing a lot better. Unfortunately, he hasn't found new housing yet, but when you've been through an experience like that you're just happy to be healthy and alive, really. So he's probably going to live with my cousin for awhile til he gets back on his feet.

 

[__disneygirl]

HELLOOOO HUMANS!

Sooo I haven't updated in over a month (!) because besides just being busy and all, I was trying to focus on finishing my last TR, and I JUST DID! WOO!

So everyone go check that out right NOW:
This is the dawning of the rest of our lives... AT DISNEY WORLD!

I hope your year is happy and healthy and prosperous or whatever who cares I just HOPE YOU ALL GET TO GO TO DISNEY WORLD IN 2013!!!! Not because of all the unique Mickey ears they are releasing (.............?), but because not being in Disney BLOWS! Trust me, I know. The past two months have been lacking in magic for me big time. Lucky I have you guys to help me relive my unbelievably awesome STUCK IN DISNEY trip!

(Can you tell I enjoy Disney holiday graphics?)

Ok guys... I will be back with an update REAL soon! LATES GATES.​

 

[arbolita]

Sorry I'm late, I just found your TR! Can't wait to start reading =)

 

[Stringbean&Wingnut]

Happy new year to you too!!! Hope yours is filled with lots and lots of Disney!!!

 

[tinkgurl]

Happy New Year!

 

[__disneygirl]

Sorry I'm late, I just found your TR! Can't wait to start reading =)

Hi!!! Yay, you're here!

Happy new year to you too!!! Hope yours is filled with lots and lots of Disney!!!

Eeee I hope so! Some exciting plans are on the horizon, but nothing for sure yet. Whatever happens it's not a DISNEY WEDDING like some people I know are having!!

Happy New Year!

Hey Tinkgurlfriend!!! Glad you're here!

 

[__disneygirl]

OCTOBER 21, 2012
Day 1, Part 8 In Which I Critique Amateur Models At The Hollywood Tower Hotel​

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So, when we last left off, I had just FINALLY taken my first Tower of Terror ride of the trip.
Oh yes. IT WAS GLORIOUS.

Going on the Tower of Terror again felt like the air was returned to my lungs after not being able to breathe for months.

FOREVER MY FAVORITE ATTRACTION.

It actually wasn't the *best* ride sequence, kinda low-intensity. But I did not care at ALL. I was back home.

Lee-Anne was steps away when I got off the elevator. I asked her if it was true that the Chicken Exit looked just like a normal elevator, and she said yes. That feels like a buzzkill to a ToT addict like me, but it must be a relief for the people who are all freaked out and wanting to get out. I was gonna say that Disney should decorate it to look like a Hollywood Tower Hotel elevator, just with normal functionality, but that would probably only further scare young children and stuff. BUT I MEAN, on the other hand it is called The Tower of TERROR. Not the Tower of Bunnies. People should be aware of the fear factor here.

In the place where you view the ride photos, I spotted a Hidden Mickey:

I think I pointed it out loudly and yelled "HIDDEN MICKEY!" as I often do, cause I remember a CM coming over and confirming it was, in fact, a Hidden Mickey. I asked her if there were any more in the general vicinity, but not to tell me the exact location, and she said she wasn't sure... I think she said there might be one on the desk back there, but we looked and didn't see anything!

For my next photo, I decided to do a SUPER SERIOUS face cause like I said, it is the Tower of Terror, not like the Tower of Bunnies, Rainbows, and Joy or anything (though it really is the Tower of Joy for me lbr).

I ended up looking like this:

It's funny anyway, but I just crack up when I think of what Lee-Anne said after she looked at it, which was: "You look like when Tyra tries to be really serious on America's Next Top Model." hahahahahahahaha.

"I HAVE TEN GIRLS STANDING BEFORE ME. BUT I ONLY HAVE NINE PHOTOS IN MY HAND."

Yup. That's me. I often get mistaken for Tyra Banks so it was a normal thing.

I went over to the bulletin board, one of my favorite hidden details of the HTH.

Look closer during your next stay. You never know what you'll find.

For instance, are you interested in buying some Chinese silk? Look no further!

We poked around in the gift shop for a few minutes before heading out.

Oh how I love this blessed place.

We were really thirsty, so we went to Catalina Eddie's to get some ice water before Fantasmic.

You gotta love the Girl Power theming up in this joint.

I started getting all bouncy again quite quickly because I was REALLY excited for Fantasmic. I've seen it SO many times and it's not even my favorite really, but I just had that first day in Disney excitement and I was dying to get to that theatre and see Mickey's imagination go wild!

*CONTINUED IN NEXT POST*​

 

[__disneygirl]

OCTOBER 21, 2012
Day 1, Part 9 In Which Minnie's Still A Mystery To Me

I love the views of the back of my house as you walk to the Fantasmic Theatre. <3

JAFAR! Lee-Anne kept talking about Jafar and Scar the whole trip. That girl loves her Disney Villians. I mentioned how their names rhyme and they should probably do a late night talk show together, cause I'm hilarious.

While we were walking down there, they made an announcement that it was now Standing Room Only. I was pretty annoyed at that, because of course I did not want to stand, Fantasmic is pretty long. I also really didn't want Lee-Anne's first viewing of it to be like a crappy standing behind a crowd of people experience. Being the seasoned Disney pro I am though, I figured they were saying it prematurely, and I was right! We found great seats right in the center.

Standing room only my butt.

During our wait for the show, they had CMs come out and play games with people. They picked like 4 guests to participate and asked SUPER EASY trivia questions. Any time someone got something wrong I was just like DO YOU EVEN KNOW WHERE YOU ARE RIGHT NOW. I really hope I get picked for one of these someday so I can pulverize the competition!!!

Waiting for the show, of course it was necessary to have a mini photoshoot.

I actually hate this next picture of me... like what am I even looking at. However, it is necessary to post because of the amazing child photobombing us.

HAHAHAHA. He *just* made it in there too. That kid is a pro.

My future child.

SO then Fantasmic happened!

Lee-Anne LOVED it... Like it was one of her top top favorites. She actually asked if we could see it again, but with 2 Hanson show nights at Epcot, 1 night seeing MK the entertainment, and the next our MNSSHP night... there was no time! This is why 5 nights, 6 days in Disney is nowhere near enough! Oh well... we will just have to plan another BFF trip ASAP.

I think I enjoyed the show more than usual too. I was SO excited for it to start even though I have seen it so many times. I cried during it, of course. I was just so happy to be IN DISNEY, with my friend, watching Fantasmic... ahh it was perfection. We had such a blast!

After we left the theatre, Lee-Anne had to use the bathroom, so Hula Timon and I just chilled nearby, content with life.

Goodbye, my love... but not for long.

Hmm. Look at that one light on up top. Wonder which one of the ghosts is awake?

So, it was almost time to go, but we had to head to the hat first for one more ride.

I loved that Vinylmation display. Very Halloween appropriate. Also can I just say, the scene in Snow White where the Queen turns into her old evil witch state is freaking amazing animation, especially for the time. I was always captivated by that scene, like all the colors, and when her hair changes first and she drops the glass... it's really great. Look at it again if you don't know what I mean.

ANYWAY. I like to ramble on about movies sometimes. But back to the report! It was time for...

Le Great Movie Ride! Ca-Lass-Ic.

We actually even had to wait in line for this. Only like 10 minutes, but still. I was not used to these crowds. I'm sure they seem mild to someone who goes in the summer, but I'm used to Disney being basically my personal playground, so the whole line thing was weird to me!

Two of my favorite movie stars were on the screen:

THIS PERFECTION.

Allow me to ramble on about a movie again. Ok. I have such a bigger appreciation for Casablanca after seeing it on the big screen this summer. They brought it back for the 70 year anniversary and of course I had to go, being as in love with movies as I am. I really appreciated the cinematography more than ever and the damn thing just holds up so well, generation after generation later... I'm practically screaming at the end during the scene by the plane.

ANYWAY. Into the loading area we went.

For the 4873987th time, I searched the mural for the Hidden Minnie, and once again... I FAILED. I just do not know what it is going to take for me to finally find this thing. I have been looking for it for over 10 years! I swear... the day that I find that puppy, I am going to yell "EVERYBODY MAMBO!!" and start dancing with all the nearby CMs.

Sigh. One day I will find it.

After our journey INTO the movies, I was practically RUNNING out of Hollywood Studios. You see, my mind wasn't truly focused on classic movies or the finding of Hidden Mickeys. I was very distracted by the fact that we would soon be at what such dedicated eaters like myself call church: 'OHANA!!!

Up next: Just one of those nights where you wish Hanson would stop stalking you.​

 

[norybell]

Joining in - this is such a fun TR! If I ever get some free time (unlikely, but you never know), I'll have to check out your other ones.

October is my absolute favorite time to go to WDW, and this past one was the first October in four years I couldn't make it (I have a good excuse -- I was busy having a baby!), so I'm looking forward to having a vicarious October trip through your report!

Oh, and TOT is TOTally my favorite, too.

Looking forward to more!

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[JessicaFaye508]

I didn't get to ride TOT on my last trip because it was so crowded and I was CRUSHED. I have been craving it so much. Good thing I'm moving there or else this whole thing wouldn't work out.

I need to look more at those TOT details! I always miss them. (I know, you're probably very ashamed of me. tsk tsk. )

JAFAR AND SCAR'S LATE NIGHT TALK SHOW The dark side. They have Mickey bars.

I ALWAYS waltz into Fantasmic at the last minute and get fantastic seats. It's a frump gift, I suppose.

YES PHOTOBOMBING CHILD. I am giggling out loud to myself right now.

I LOVE Fantasmic. My appreciation for it has grown after my last trip. I don't know, it's just really magical