7 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Tune-In For the Final Episode of ‘The Imagineering Story’
For those of you that have yet to check out The Imagineering Story on Disney+, there’s never been a better time. The last instalment of the series is now available to stream and is aptly titled “To Infinity and Beyond.” To give you just a taste of the highlights of the final episode, we thought we’d provide you with a list of 7 reasons why it’s simply not-to-be-missed.
Get a Glimpse of Some of the Latest and Greatest Theme Park Lands and Experiences
The final episode takes viewers around the globe to go behind the scenes for momentous Disney moments like the making of Shanghai Disney Resort, Pandora- The World of Avatar and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The series is known for its never before seen footage and the final episode does not disappoint!
Enjoy a Candid Look at the Daunting Challenges Faced By Imagineers
You think you’ve had a tough day at the office!? We’ll then check out some of the incredible obstacles Imagineers must overcome. One such example in this episode is the design and construction of Shanghai Disney Resort. The project was filled with seemingly insurmountable challenges. In one scene Doris Woodward, an executive creative producer at Walt Disney Imagineering can be seen trudging through a vast mud plain which would be the future sight of the Enchanted Story Castle!
Take a Macro and Micro Look at Walt Disney Imagineering’s Talents and Capabilities
The episode features a series of charming vignettes proving that Imagineers sweat the small stuff about as well as anyone. Don’t miss sequences of Doris Woodward working with tile cutters, or artisans from China learning from Disney counterparts on how to shape mud on building surfaces.
Learn the Secrets Behind the Construction of Pandora – The World of Avatar
Portfolio Creative Director Joe Rohde takes viewers on a unique tour behind the scenes of the making of this fantastical otherworldly realm. For example, did you know that trompe l’oeil vines actually mask the architecture that creates the illusion of floating terrain? This episode also features an under-the-“skin” look at the Na’vi Shaman of Songs. Forty-two actuators were actually used in the head of this Audio-Animatronics® figure. She’s also made of revolutionary “skin” make this mesmerizing figure one of the most dazzling ever built.
Watch as Imagineers Exceed Expectations No Matter the Limitations
In this episode, Rohde provides fascinating insight about Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!, explaining that the goal of the attraction was to replace a tone of terror with one of pure unabashed irreverence. In a panel held after the screening, Rohde explained that the attraction has “an elevator—that’s what it is.” But he added that they could change the tone of the attraction by varying the up-and-down elevator movement. He compared the new effect to when you throw a baby up in the air and catch him or her. “The baby giggles because it’s a great feeling.”
Enjoy Plenty of Galaxy’s Edge Behind-The-Scenes Moments
“To Infinity and Beyond” also offers fascinating sequences showing the building of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge’s two signature attractions along with the planet ofBatuu. This segment features a never-before-seen look at this dazzling new land!
Reveals that Walt Disney Imagineering is All About Family
When watching the final episode of The Imagineering Story, you really walk away with a sense that families are at the cornerstone of everything Disney does. The episode features sequences showing families enjoying many of its attractions. Their faces are ones of unbridled joy. Imagineers know their jobs are all about making families around the world happy. This ethos also extends to the Imagineering Team as well. Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis speaks about how Imagineers are used to working on projects that they can’t talk to their families about—but they still have their Imagineering families to share their work dreams with. Joe Rohde revealed that if there is any problem in the course of a project, “Get it on a table and show it to the team. Maybe it isn’t even a problem.” In virtually every frame of “To Infinity and Beyond” and every episode of The Imagineering Story—that feeling that everything Imagineers do is for families—Disney guests and each other—is what helps make Walt Disney Imagineering so special.
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