Here is a brand new featurette showcasing “BB-8” and the work that went into bringing him to life for his debut in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQDZgb3ibHE
Source: Comic Book Resources
In celebration of Star Wars: The Force Awakens fans can now express their excitement on Facebook by using unique custom profile frames.
Fans can choose from either Finn’s blue light saber or Kylo Ren’s red light saber.
Also, the Star Wars: The Force Awakens sticker pack for Facebook is now available! Download the pack here: http://on.fb.me/1OSmfAM
Source: Star Wars Facebook
Vinylmation and non-Star Wars merchandise has been slowly vanishing from D Street at Disney Springs for weeks now. Well, now the name has left as well as the store completes its makeover into the Star Wars Galactic Outpost.
In the same vein as the Marvel-only Super Hero Headquarters store just a few steps away, this is now a Star Wars-only shop on the West Side at Disney Springs. The store was not remodeled in any way, so it does still have most of the decorations from D Street. It is unclear if the store will be remodeled at some point or moved to a new residence once the Town Center area of Disney Springs opens in 2016, we’ll just have to wait and see.
Those looking for Vinylmation will find most of the selection moved to Disney Pin Traders in the Marketplace, while Star Wars Vinylmation resides at Galactic Outpost and MARVEL Vinylmation at Super Hero Headquarters. Much of the art collections that used to be at D Street can now be found at the Marketplace Co-Op store in the Sign Shop or Wonderground Gallery sections.
With only days until the theatrical release of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”, Disney Interactive has released their own version of a movie poster for the Disney 3.0 version of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”. The “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” play set will be released this Friday, December 18th to coincide with the release of the movie and also to make sure that no SPOILERS for the movie are leaked through the game.
Source: Disney Infinity Facebook Page
Last night was the World Premier for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”! The movie was shown at The Dolby, The El Capitan and the TCL theaters in Hollywood, CA. All of the stars were out for the premier including stars that were not part of “The Force Awakens” but huge Star Wars fans. Take a look at some of the photos from the world premier of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”.
The biggest movie event of the year is almost here — and StarWars.com will have exclusive, live-streaming coverage presented by Verizon! Stay tuned for more information on how Verizon will bring fans unique views of the stream and a chance to ask the cast questions!
Visit StarWars.com at 5:30 p.m. PT (8:30 p.m. ET) on 12/14 for in-depth interviews with the cast and creators of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, live from the world premiere in Los Angeles. Hosts Andi Gutierrez, Anthony Carboni, and David Collins will be reporting on all the action, talking to stars and fans on a day that will be long remembered.
Set your hyperspace coordinates now and don’t miss it!
Source: StarWars.com
After many months of waiting, the Jungle Cruise-themed Skipper Canteen restaurant soft-opened today at the Magic Kingdom in Adventureland. Despite early rumbling that it may be a counter service location or a hybrid like Be Our Guest Restaurant, it is table service-only offering lunch and dinner currently.
The restaurant accepts the Disney Dining Plan and the Tables in Wonderland discount card already, usually not the case with new restaurants at WDW, but welcome indeed. There are no reservations being taken as of yet, so it is walk-ups only, but they do have a nifty texting system to tell you when your table is ready (as long as you have a U.S. cell phone number).
The interior is brilliant. While not a whole lot of work needed to be done to the main dining room (this was the Adventureland Veranda restaurant many years ago and the room was never heavily modified for any meet and greets), two new rooms in the back of the restaurant are elegantly decorated with tons of amazing nods to the Jungle Cruise, the Enchanted Tiki Room, and even the now-shuttered Adventurer’s Club from Pleasure Island.
It does seem like not all of the decorations have been installed yet, but what is there already is fabulous. It is clear that they needed to be open to handle the holiday crowds in the park, so don’t be surprised if new details pop up daily over the next few weeks.
Take a video tour of the Skipper Canteen:
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxrKKMWEwnE]
Not only is the decor brilliant, the cast members working here are too. I had so many fantastic interactions with servers, seaters, and greeters today, I find it hard to single out just one. They were all ready to unleash a repertoire of bad puns on us and I could not have been happier. While the service was a little slow (as to be expected on a first day), the crew kept everyone entertained and you could see they were trying their best which is all you can really ask. With atmosphere this good, I was in no rush to eat and get out anyway, so the wait for food never felt too long.
As for the menu, it is a BIG departure for the Magic Kingdom. It is easily the most exotic menu in a park mostly known for hamburgers and hot dogs (although this has been slowly changing over the last few years). The menu is also quite large, offering plenty to choose from. There’s even a allergy version of the menu which is quite helpful for those who need it.
The allergy menu
Kid’s menu
I didn’t order a ton off the menu since I was alone, but I did get an appetizer, entree, dessert, and both of the signature beverages (which can come in a beautiful souvenir cup.
Let’s get the bad out of the way: I hated the signature drinks. One is basically apple juice and the other, well, I’m not really sure what I was drinking. Personally, I don’t drink lot of fruit juice, so it may just be me, but I didn’t care for either of these.
The Punch Line Punch just tasted like apple juice…
The Schweitzer Slush was awful, I can’t even define a flavor for you.
A nice offering, complimentary bread is brought out with a honey spread. This was fantastic. It was unique and unexpected and I loved it.
The S.E.A. (Society of Explorers and Adventurers) Shu Mai was my favorite item I had today. It had a nice and spicy kick to it and was very flavorful. The dipping sauce was also fantastic.
For my entree, I had the Skip’s Mac and Cheese which came highly recommended. The mix of spiced ground beef, pasta, and bechamel  sauce blended nicely and had an interesting flavor that I really enjoyed.
Then there was dessert…
OK, I just had to show you the back…
I ordered the Kungaloosh just to make all you Adventurer’s Club fans happy… OK, it was the most chocolate thing on the menu so I wanted it.
It was really great. Nothing too crazy, but prepared very nicely and certainly a must if you love chocolate as much as I do.
Overall, I LOVED Skipper Canteen. I’m a sucker for story, so even if the food wasn’t good, I was prepared to return several times, but honestly, this is the BEST table service menu at the Magic Kingdom. It’s unique, it’s diverse, and everything I’ve had or any dishes I asked neighboring tables about (yeah, I was THAT guy) recieves high marks. It’s seriously really good. It’s good to the point that I’m afraid Magic Kingdom crowds will be afraid of the menu and they may change it, but we’ll see what happens. As of right now, this is THE BEST restaurant at Magic Kingdom. I know that doesn’t often mean much, but I would seriously rank the meal I had today in at least the top 20 restaurants at Walt Disney World. I would go higher, but I really need to try more of the menu, which I plan on doing very soon based on my experience today.
From November 9 until December 25, Tokyo Disney Resort celebrates Christmas in its own unique way at both of its parks. Christmas Wishes at Tokyo DisneySea and Christmas Fantasy at Tokyo Disneyland. These two celebrations offer guests limited time merchandise, food, and entertainment! Be sure to check out the full guide on Christmas at Tokyo Disney Resort.
Christmas at the resort is done a bit differently compared to the US Parks. Traditionally Christmas is not celebrated in Japan, but has made its way over in the form of marketing. December 25 is considered a date night for many couples (much like Valentine’s Day). Other differences include:
This year at Tokyo Disneyland their theme is storytelling, which is reflected in the storybook inspired decorations. Along with a brand new daytime parade “Disney Christmas Stories“. Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade Dreamlights also gets a Christmas version for the holiday season and a crowd favourite Country Bear Jamboree Jingle Bell Jamboree.
Snacks and merchandise are a big draw for many people. Notable the new Stitch Popcorn bucket with an adorable Santa Hat! 2015 was the Year of the Lamb, which brought Dear Danny into the parks in the form of merchandise.
Christmas is always a unique experience at Tokyo DisneySea. Since this park has its own spin on everything, Christmas is no different. From the over-the-top decorations in the American Waterfront to the Coral Reef Christmas Tree in Mermaid Lagoon. This year a brand new Mediterranean Harbor show “Perfect Christmas” was introduced, which oddly enough is the only show that includes Santa Claus. Christmas versions of two of their popular permanent shows “Big Band Beat” and “A Table is Waiting” are also showing.
Duffy the Disney Bear, Gelatoni, and Shellie May are some of the most popular merchandise at the resort every season. If you’re a fan, then getting your hands on these limited time outfits are a must. Other cute merchandise includes plush featuring Mickey and Minnie in their outfits showcased in the harbor show Perfect Christmas. A number of seasonal snacks and cocktails are also made available!
Overall Christmas is a magical time of the year at Tokyo Disney Resort. While Christmas events end after December 25th, the resort kicks it into high gear with the New Year’s offerings. Which is one of the shortest celebrations of the year, but offers limited merchandise, food, entertainment and a ticketed New Years Party!
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Disney has just released a bunch of posters for their upcoming animated film that satires some big movies that were released this year like “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”, “Cinderella”, “Ex Machina”, “Jurassic World”, “Straight Outta Compton” and “Fifty Shades Of Grey”. Also released today was the official poster for “Zootopia”.
Official poster:
Spoofs:
The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid Tundratown, it’s a melting pot where animals from every environment live together—a place where no matter what you are, from the biggest elephant to the smallest shrew, you can be anything. But when rookie Officer Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) arrives, she discovers that being the first bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case, even if it means partnering with a fast-talking, scam-artist fox, Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman), to solve the mystery. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia,” a comedy-adventure directed by Byron Howard (“Tangled,” “Bolt”) and Rich Moore (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “The Simpsons”) and co-directed by Jared Bush (“Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero”), opens in theaters on March 4, 2016.
Four new character posters for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” have been released in China. This time we get a closeup look at “Han & Leia”, “Rey”, Finn” and “Kylo Ren”.
Source: Jedi Insider
