5.2.09

Oh No They Di-ent

Bust out the pitchforks and light the torches because I'm starting a riot. They've "updated" It's a Small World. Obama, I put this "change" squarely on your shoulders.

More than 40 years after the "It's A Small World" ride opened to promote world peace and showcase the cultures of the world, Disney is populating one of its most beloved attractions with its own trademark vision of the planet: Aladdin, Nemo, Ariel and more than two dozen cartoon characters plucked from its movies.

What, world peace isn't good enough now? We have to add mermaids and product placement to the rich tapestry that is humanity? It couldn't possibly get any worse. Oh wait. It can:
And those aren't the only changes visitors will find Thursday when the ride reopens:
Disney has woven a few bars from some of its hit soundtracks into the classic "Small World" melody and added a new America section that includes a nod to Los Angeles' famous Hollywood Bowl, a quaint farm scene and "Toy Story" characters.
Should you choose to read more about this abomination, feel free. I suggest your time would be better spent watching this video. My inner child is officially dead.

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