Song of the South has never been available on home video in the US and it is not available on the studio's streaming site Disney Plus. I look forward to being a part of a new adventure in Disney magic and fun,' Baxter said. 'The attraction will be one to be proud of.
Now, three decades later, Baxter will serve as a creative adviser for planning and designing the Princess and the Frog makeover. The animated character Br'er Rabbit is seen with Uncle Remus, played by James Baskett in a scene from 'Song of the South'. The Song of the South theme was set up by Imagineer Tony Baxter for Disneyland in 1989, according to Disney's D23 fan club. I am delighted to be a part of bringing this fun-filled experience to our guests,' Carter said. 'Like Princess Tiana, I believe that courage and love are the key ingredients for wonderful adventures. The Splash Mountain makeover will be led by Imagineering senior creative producer Charita Carter, who is also working on the new Mickey and Minnie Runaway Railway dark ride set to debut at Disneyland in 2022. 'In 1966, Walt himself opened New Orleans Square when it became the first new "land" added to Disneyland park, so it feels natural to link the story and the incredible music of 'The Princess and the Frog' to our parks,' Ramirez added. It’s a great story with a strong lead character, set against the backdrop of New Orleans and the Louisiana bayou,' Disneyland Resort Public Relations Director Michael Ramirez wrote. 'Tiana is a modern, courageous, and empowered woman, who pursues her dreams and never loses sight of what’s really important. While the move isn't mentioned on the ride, its characters Brer Rabbit and Brer Fox (pictured) are featured along with the movie's famed song, ‘Zip-a-dee-doo-dah’ĭisneyland in California was previously scheduled to reopen on July 17 but the company said Wednesday that date will be postponed due to a delay in the state's reopening protocols.Īccording to Disney, no work has taken place on Splash Mountain at either park during their closures, so visitors will see the original theme and characters when the parks reopen.Ī date has not been set for the debut of the Splash Mountain ride makeovers. 'We're thrilled to share Splash Mountain at Disneyland and Walt Disney World will be completely reimagined with a new story inspired by an all-time favorite Disney Animation film, "The Princess & The Frog",' the company announced Thursday.
SWEATER IN DISNEYLAND LOG FLUME RIDE MOVIE
While the movie isn't mentioned on the ride, its characters Brer Rabbit and Brer Fox are featured along with the movie's famed song, 'Zip-a-dee-doo-dah'. Song of the South has been slammed for its problematic portrayal of the post-Civil War South, racist stereotypes and glossing over slavery. Splash Mountain came under harsh criticism for being based off the film which includes racist portrayals, and a petition racked up over 21,000 signatures urging Disney to change the theme of the fan-favorite log-flume ride at their parks.
Disney announces it will ditch Splash Mountain's 'racist' 'Song of the South' theme and reimagine the attraction based on 'Princess and the Frog' which features their first black princessĭisney has announced it will ditch Splash Mountain's 'racist' theme based off the controversial 1946 film Song of the South, and will reimagine the attraction based on Princess and the Frog, which featured the studio's first black princess.
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