April 2007

Photo Memories #10, Epcot Center's Horizons Pt 2.

Hello and welcome back to Photo memories #10, part 2 of Epcot Center's Horizons. Below is a shot of the future from the 1950's. I always referred to it as the neon city.

Our next stop is the desert farm Mesa Verde. To fully appreciate the above orange harvester section, spray some orange air freshener and take a deep whiff (to this day, every time I smell that orange scent I think of this scene). This was the Soarin of it's time.

Next is the harvester control module and hovercraft. You get the opportunity to fly this back to the Future Port at the conclusion of the ride (you could choose between Desert, Undersea & Space endings).

The next transition scene features the cat and jumping fish (a similar effect could be found on the retired Disneyland attraction Mine Train through Nature’s Wonderland). Finally we see the family preparing for a birthday party in the futuristic desert kitchen.

Please stop back soon for Pt 3 of the Horizons Photo Memories extended series.

Once again, if anyone wants to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's Horizons 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition Released Today.

Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's Horizons 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition.

20 April 2007

Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's Horizons 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition Released Today.

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Windsor, Conn. (April 20st, 2007) -Today, JeffLangeDVD have released their 37th Theme Park title, Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot's Horizons 25th Anniversary Collectors Edition.

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to celebrate Epcot’s 25th Anniversary. This third in a series, features the Future World classic attraction Horizons, Presented by General Electric.

Horizons Presented by G.E. / Space Ending (1993)

This incredible video was recorded with an audio mixer and two microphones to capture the sounds in front of you and the narration from the speaker behind your head. Features full coverage of the exterior, que & load area, all your favorite ride scenes, a visit to the space station Brava Centauri plus the original General Electric exit displays.

Desert Ending (1992)

Travel to the desert farm of Mesa Verde.

Undersea Ending (1992)

Visit the Sea Castle research base.

Complete OMNIMAX Loop (1991-1993)

View the complete OMNIMAX loop (not possible on the ride itself) showing modern technologies and ideas that could be used to build the world of tomorrow.

Horizons (No Sponsor) / Space Ending (1998)

A ride thru from the pavilions last full year of operation. All references to General Electric have been removed.

Photo Slideshow (1983-1998)

A photo montage of over eighty vintage images.

Bonus Ride Thru (1992)

A bonus ride on the Future World classic.

Celebrate Epcot’s 25th Anniversary year after year or experience the magic for the first time by purchasing ’Jeff Lange Remembers Epcot’s Horizons’.

Running Time 66 Min

Also available is a special 2-Disc edition including Jeff Lange's Companion Collection DVD, Epcot's Horizons.

The companion collection disc includes the following bonus material:

Horizons Presented by G.E. / Desert Ending (1991)

Features extended coverage of the exterior, que & load area, ride itself and the original General Electric exit displays.

Horizons Presented by G.E. / Desert Ending (1992)

Complete ride thru with extended que footage.

Horizons Presented by G.E. / Space Ending (1992)

Complete ride thru edited from multiple recordings.

Photo Slideshow (1983-2007)

Historical images including props and current park tributes.

If you would like a historical record of this topic, then purchase this companion collection disc today and relive the magic or experience it for the first time.

2-Disc Set / Total Running Time: 130 Min, (Companion Collection Disc Running Time 64 Min).

(Both discs also available individually)

For more details on purchasing this title, click HERE.

For more information on this or other titles please contact jeff@jefflangedvd.com or visit JeffLangeDVD.

Photo memories #9, Epcot Center's Horizons.

Hi everyone, welcome to my photo memories #9 featuring part one from Epcot Center's classic attraction Horizons! I hope you enjoy the photos.

 

The photo above was taken shortly after Epcot Center opened and Horizons was still under construction. Above is Jules Verne from the "Looking Back at Tomorrow" scenes.

The scene of the man in the moon above reminds me of a similar scene in the new version of Journey Into Imagination with Figment. I will post a photo comparison in a future edition.

I always loved the retro look of the robots in this section of the attraction. It looks like the one on the right really has his hands full.

I will be releasing my latest DVD title featuring Horizons very soon. Please check back for details. The Horizons attraction was always a favorite of mine so I have been working extra hard to make the DVD I always wanted but could never find. The process has involved editing multiple video recordings of the attraction from 1991-1998, scanning classic Epcot photos (over 1000 scans from 47,000+ images) for this and the other pavilions for my Epcot 25th Anniversary series, color correcting and dust removal, sometimes pixel by pixel of the Horizons photos for the slide show (very painstaking & time consuming work but the end result really makes the photos come to life). As I have such an abundance of great footage and Images, I will again be offering a standard edition, companion collection title and a 2-disc set containing everything.

As always, if you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

A Salute to Roy Disney at the Philadelphia Film Festival.

I had the great pleasure last week to attend 'A Salute to Roy Disney' at the Philadelphia Film Festival with my old friends Jim Hill & Nancy Stadler, Tim Devine & my wife Florence. Mr. Disney was being honored with the Inspiration Award and interviewed by legendary film critic Leonard Maltin. It was a very enjoyable presentation covering Roy's entire life and career with Disney. Below are some photos from the event

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The evening began with a fantastic montage of classic Disney animation. Next Mr. Disney was presented the Philadelphia Film Society's Inspiration Award.

Leonard Maltin interviewed Mr. Disney about growing up as a Disney, his work at the Disney Studio, Fantasia 2000 and his non Disney Interests.

Mr. Disney was surprisingly candid as he spoke about his troubles with Michael Eisner and the Disney Board of directors.

At the conclusion Roy posed for photos with his award and thanked everyone for attending. I had the pleasure of speaking to both Mr. Disney and Mr. Maltin after the event and they were both cordial and forthcoming. Mr. Maltin commented that he was happily surprised to see the Disney Treasures DVD series continue as he was previously informed it was coming to an end. It was a great night that I wish every Disney fan could have attended.

For more photos and a complete review of the event please check out Jim Hill's great article here.

Jeff Lange Remembers Pleasure Island Classics 2-DVD Set Released Today.

Jeff Lange Remembers Pleasure Island Classics 2-DVD Set.

1 April 2007

Jeff Lange Remembers Pleasure Island Classics 2-DVD Set released today.

To purchase this new JeffLangeDVD title, click This LINK.

Windsor, Conn. (April 1st, 2007) -Today, JeffLangeDVD have released their 36th Theme Park title, Jeff Lange Remembers Pleasure Island Classics 2-DVD Set.

Jeff Lange takes you on a trip back in time to experience Pleasure Island during it’s early years. This 2-Disc set features the "Forbidden Disney" comedy show, The original New Years Eve Countdown, The Adventurers Club & much more.

Disc One:

Pleasure Island Walking Tour (1991 - 1993)

Searchlights shine over the Island as you explore the streets & shops circa 1991. Next is a brief look inside 8Trax dance club during it’s opening year.

"Forbidden Disney" Comedy Show (1989)

Experience the complete, rarely seen, highly coveted parody show performed at the Comedy Warehouse. This hilarious performance features Disney poking fun at themselves.

New Years Eve Countdown Show and Fireworks (1993)

Join the ’Grand Funmeister’ for the original version of the New Years Eve celebration held every night at the West End Stage.

Pleasure Island Photo Slide Show (1989 - 2006)

Over seventy images.

Disc Two:

The Main Salon (1991)

A brief look at the club interior and characters.

The Mask Room (1993)

A comedy show featuring two talking Bacchanalian-inspired masks, Arnie and Claude telling jokes and sharing their wisdom.

The Balderdash Cup Competition (1993)

A Library show that reveals the winner of the coveted Balderdash Cup. The competition features characters Otis T. Wren, Hathaway Browne & Emil Bleehall.

Samantha’s Cabaret (1991)

A Library show led by Samantha Sterling featuring humorous musical numbers and fun audience interaction.

Maid’s Sing-a-Long (1993)

A hilarious Library show featuring Dusty the Maid.

Adventurers Club Photo Slide Show (1989 - 2006)

Over thirty images.

Enjoy these Pleasure Island classics year after year or experience the magic for the first time by purchasing ’Jeff Lange Remembers Pleasure Island Classics’.

Total Running Time: 129 Min

For more details on purchasing this title, click HERE.

For more information on this or other titles please contact jeff@jefflangedvd.com or visit JeffLangeDVD.