Johnny Depp says Disney hated his Captain Sparrow

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Scott

Johnny Depp’s flamboyant portrayal of Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of the Caribbean” was good enough for an Oscar nomination, but the actor says Disney was less than thrilled. Depp talked about it in an interview with rocker Patti Smith for … Continue reading →

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New ‘Australia’ Addition Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom?

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Work on the rumored Australia section of the park has reportedly been approved according to The Disney Blog. Australia is the first step in realizing the final vision of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The park currently lacks any aquatic/sea-life exhibits. So … Continue reading →

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More Magic Kingdom Fantasyland Expansion Construction Photos: 11/29

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Here are the latest Magic Kingdom Fantasyland Construction Photos.  As you can see the structures are beginning to take shape. Many thanks to our reader, Laurie Trompeter, for taking these photos for us.

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Disney chef’s top choices for healthier meals

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Bill Orton, the certified executive chef for the Disneyland Resort, has created foods for the park for about 20 years. For the last few years, he has developed menu items with a healthier twist. And he’s even made healthy foods … Continue reading →

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First View: Patriotic Vinylmation

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

This very patriotic figure designed by Maria Clapsis celebrates the Fourth of July and is featured in Holiday Series #2.

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Analysts say Potter frenzy will last

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

It is the central question facing Universal Orlando right now: How long will the Harry Potter-fueled attendance surge last? “Several years,” predicts Moody’s Investors Service. In a research note issued earlier this month, analysts at the ratings firm say they … Continue reading →

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Fifth-grader wins right to flip the switch Disney Store Cyber Monday Sales

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Josie Fieger won’t forget the final week of November 2010 for quite some time. Not only was it the week she went to Walt Disney World for a family vacation and came back home just in time to celebrate Thanksgiving, … Continue reading →

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Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Actors Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter along with their children visit Universal over the Thanksgiving Weekend.

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Director Gore Verbinski Confirmed for The Lone Ranger

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has been talking about a Lone Ranger remake for Disney since 2008, with Johnny Depp set to play Tonto, the Lone Ranger’s partner. Revolutionary Road screenwriter Justin Haythe came on board in February, but with no director … Continue reading →

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Zynga And Disney’s Playdom Settle Dispute

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Scott

Zynga and Playdom owner Disney have settled a long running legal dispute over the theft of trade secrets from the first party by the second. Zynga accused Playdom of hiring a number of its staff and convincing them to hand … Continue reading →

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