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Attraction starring Disney's first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racist
Read full article: Attraction starring Disney's first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racistA new attraction starring the first Black Disney princess is opening at the company's theme parks in Florida and California.
In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’
Read full article: In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’It’s transformation central at Disney Parks in the U.S., as Disney officially announced that it has big plans for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. MORE: Petition calls for Disney Parks to change theme of Splash MountainIf you haven’t heard of the film, you’re not alone. If you’re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, here’s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Br’er Rabbit as he looks for his “laughing place.” All the while, Br’er Bear and Br’er Fox are in hot pursuit of Br’er Rabbit. “Many adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,” the “Keep Splash Mountain” petition said.
Disney reworking Splash Mountain, leaving ‘Song of the South’ inspiration
Read full article: Disney reworking Splash Mountain, leaving ‘Song of the South’ inspirationORLANDO, Fla. – In the future, “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” won’t be greeting those who survive the 50-foot plunge at Splash Mountain. Disney announced Thursday that it’s reworking the ride at both Disney World and Disneyland to take inspiration from the 2009 film, “The Princess and the Frog.”The ride’s current inspiration, “Song of the South” has called been called “not appropriate in today’s world,” by former Disney CEO Bob Iger and now, it appears Disney is taking more action to remove the 1946 movie’s footprint from its parks. The newly imagined ride will pick up this story of “The Princess and the Frog” after the final kiss, and join Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure – featuring some of the powerful music from the film – as they prepare for their first-ever Mardi Gras performance, according to Disney. The image in this article is an artist concept of what the reworked ride could look like, not what its guaranteed to look like. Disney said it’s been working on this project since last year and that it will soon develop a timeline for when the transformation can start to take shape.
Life-changing lessons taught to us by Disney mothers
Read full article: Life-changing lessons taught to us by Disney mothersIf you’re lucky, you’re familiar with a mother’s love: there isn’t anyone in your life who loves and cares about you quite like your mom. Our mothers have taught us a lot, and while we don’t always appreciate the guidance at the time, as we grow up, we realize just how important those life lessons really are. This year, on top of celebrating the mothers in our lives, we’re also honoring the mothers we grew up watching on the silver screen. We’re talking about Disney mothers and the life lessons they bestowed on us. But nothing shows a mother's love more than the love Dumbo receives from his mother.
What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideas
Read full article: What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideasWe asked around for some of the best parent-endorsed picks when it comes to Netflix offerings. So, not only are you providing good entertainment for your kids, but you’re instilling a love of classic rock, as well. Although this one isn’t new or new to Netflix, we were surprised just how many parents hadn’t seen this one yet. "Masha and the Bear""My kids think this is the funniest show ever," one father of three said. I’m not suggesting you plop your kids down in front of a screen all day -- or even every day.