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WATCH TONIGHT: The Lost Disney Circle-Vision Film “Portraits of Canada” from Expo ’86 with Director’s Commentary!

January 18, 2021

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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While many remember the artistic presence of Walt Disney at the fabled 1964 New York World’s Fair, few know of the other world’s fair endeavors taken up by his company in the years after. Tonight, WDWNT is proud to bring one of those experiences back to life with behind the scenes footage and director’s commentary! … Read more

VIDEO: EPCOT’s “Wonders of China” Director Shares Vintage Behind-the-Scenes Footage

December 25, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Many Disney fans have memories of Circle-Vison films they’ve enjoyed throughout the years, but sadly, due to its 360° format, very few have been viewable since their closing. But, thanks to director Jeff Blyth, we can now once again enjoy portions of the bygone EPCOT film “Wonders of China”, along with behind-the-scenes footage! Blyth recently … Read more

Artist Creates “Tomorrowland 2055” Based on Rejected Imagineering Concepts for Disneyland

December 19, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Theme park concept art has always excited people, even though much of what is drawn never actually comes to pass. For artist Rob Yeo, that would not be the end of the story for some of his favorite discarded designs. Through the 3D modeling software Blender, Yeo has created “Tomorrowland 2055″—a landscape based on Art … Read more

REVIEW: 3D Disneyland Marks the Most Unique Disney Book This Holiday Season

December 2, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Disney fans love a book that adds extra depth to their understanding of the theme parks, but rarely does the book contain literal depth. “3D Disneyland” by David A. Bossert provides one of the most unique looks at a Disney park ever printed thanks to the stereoscopic (3D) photography of Ted Kierscey, who captured the … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Rick Harper Talks Directing “Impressions de France”

November 17, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Welcome to the final bi-weekly episode of “Dreamfinders.” With this episode, the podcast has interviewed 50 guests. It’s been quiet a ride and the fun is not over just yet! Rick Harper’s work for Disney has certainly left an…Impression. Starting in the model shop at WED, Rick soon moved his way up into the design … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Artist Hayden Evans Talks Working at Disneyland & Creating Kitschy Caricatures

November 3, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Hayden Evans loves to illustrate the soul of people and places. Through his use of bold lines and colors he attempts to capture the essence of what things are. In that way, it’s no surprise that Hayden loves a place that does the same thing for genres and stories – Disneyland. As a Cast Member, … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Stuntman Kevin Brassard Talks Running from Boulders at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!

October 20, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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For almost 30 years, Kevin Brassard beat up Nazis, stole ancient artifacts, and ran from explosions. Quite the day job. As the very first Indiana Jones at Hollywood Studios “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular” Kevin was trained by film stunt legends and now teaches the next generation of actors who take up the fedora and … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Aerospace Engineer Mary Kate Smith Talks Science, Nerd Culture & Disney’s Space Attractions

October 6, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to understand why people love Disney, but, if you are one, it certainly can give you a unique perspective. Aerospace engineer Mary Kate Smith has worked for the likes of NASA and Lockheed Martin, but in her spare time you’ll find her flying through the stars over … Read more

CircleVision Director Releases Memoir on the Making of EPCOT’s “Wonders of China”

October 5, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Ever wanted to know what it takes to make a Circle-Vision 360 film? Well, director Jeff Blyth has just released a memoir doing just that! Blyth, known for such Disney classics as “The Timekeeper” and “Reflections of China,” has written “Polishing the Dragons: Making EPCOT’s Wonders of China” – an in-depth look at his first … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Former Imagineer Brandon Kleyla on Creating Trader Sam’s & Pandora!

September 22, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Brandon Kleyla, better know as Trader Brandon to fellow tiki lovers and friends, has always been obsessed with the intricacies of pop-culture and, over time, he’s become a part of it himself. From acting on Nickelodeon shows at Universal Studios Florida as a kid to creating a feature documentary on Indiana Jones fan culture, Brandon’s … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: David Danipour Talks Avatar Flight of Passage, The Good Place & More!

September 8, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Attraction preshows are an interesting aspect of theme park storytelling. They’re the first act of a ride’s story, giving us the background and mood we need to know as we fill in all the available space and wait for our chance at adventure. And some of these become quotable favorites for generations. Today’s guest is … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Former Imagineer Ray Spencer on Bringing the Hatbox Ghost to Life and More!

August 25, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Ray Spencer found out early on that his talent as a conceptual designer could be put to use, not for creating office buildings and shopping malls, but experiences. Since then he’s never looked back. With a career that spans decades of work, fleshing out ideas for places like the Field Museum in Chicago to Kennedy … Read more

DREAMFINDERS: Rob Yeo & Andy Sinclair Harris on Disney and Design

August 11, 2020August 11, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Dreamfinders Rob Yeo and Andy Sinclair Harris

To love Disney parks is to also love good design. The immersive nature of the parks depend on it. But while many may just take it in without giving it much thought, others look at every detail. Today’s guests on Dreamfinders, Rob Yeo and Andy Sinclair Harris, are those kind of people. Both amazing designers … Read more

SHOP: New 2021 Walt Disney World Calendar by Photographer Matthew Cooper Now On Sale with Early Bird Discount!

July 30, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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If you’ve ever loved some of the beautiful Disney landscape photos we’ve showcased here at WDWNT, then we have a special surprise (and discount) for you! Many of these are the work of photographer Matthew Cooper, and he currently has an early bird special for his 2021 Disney World calendar at just $20 if purchased by … Read more

VIDEO: “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with Director’s Commentary by Randal Kleiser

July 29, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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Randal Kleiser Honey I Shrunk the Audience Directors Commentary

Last night, WDWNT premiered a very special program – “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with commentary from the director of the attraction film himself – Randal Kleiser! For over a decade, “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” gave Disney fans all over the world a 3D adventure like no other and now you get to go … Read more

TONIGHT: Watch “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with Director’s Commentary by Randal Kleiser

July 28, 2020

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Nathan Hartman

A sunshine state resident, Nathan is an avid Disney parks wonk as well as a university film professor. Twitter: @somestuffisaid

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For over a decade, “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” gave Disney fans all over the world a 3D adventure like no other and tonight you get the story behind the attraction! At 9PM EST, join WDWNT as we premiere “Honey I Shrunk the Audience” with commentary from the director of the attraction film himself – … Read more

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