Commemorate seven decades of the magic, joy and innovation of one of the most beloved theme parks in the world.
Social & External
The people behind it
Walt Disney
Self - Archival Footage
Chris Connolly
Self - Host
Jamie Lee Curtis
Self
Stephanie Beatriz
Bob Iger
Pete Docter
Jon Favreau
Josh Gad
George Lucas
Califia, the Queen and spirit of California, gives the audience a quick and somewhat romanticized look at history of California, as well as trials and tribulations, but also hopes and dreams of its various ethnicites and cultures.
Dogpatch, USA, was a theme park nestled in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas from 1968 until 1993. During its heyday, Dogpatch, USA, welcomed thousands of guests, who were intrigued and captivated by it's many characters, based on the popular comic strip, Li'l Abner, created by Al Capp. The theme park was a beloved place to work and provided entertainment to all who wanted a little hillbilly in their lives. Dogpatch, USA, An Average Stone-Age Community focuses on the historical significance, highlights, community/regional influence, attractions and features of a theme park that transformed the people who worked and visited during it's 25 year run. The impression left was a little country, a little hillbilly and a whole lot, unforgettable. So, be transported back to a simpler time, and experience Dogpatch, USA.
Ivy Bairley and Chance Conerly return as a duo to showcase the tragic downfall of Eugine Mulvihil's Action Park.
Phil and Charlie spend their entire lives in Borengland. But now, with a little help from their friends, they're getting out to Disneyland! And in on the fun! Share the feeling and join the adventure of Smellbad's classic, Californnoying!
Hold on! The boys are back in town, in their third ever vlog-movie motion picture! They want to horrify us, they want to annoy us, and they want... A place to blast! Now another Disney resort has the same problem, the more they blast, the more it becomes funny. They're making sure blasting never happens in the same way again! Eurobnoxious!
The Smurfs were created in 1958 by the Belgian comic author Peyo (Pierre Culliford, 1928-1992) and they are one of Belgium's most recognized exports. From Brussels to Los Angeles, via Dubai, a journey into the tiny world of the famous little blue people, from the story of the creation of the original comic to the account of their huge global commercial exploitation.
The documentary, Bob Gurr: Turning Dreams into Reality, tells the story of one of Walt Disney's earliest 1954 Imagineering Legends, Bob Gurr. His career spanning 45 years creating 250 projects with Disney and beyond will be explored. From Disneyland to Las Vegas, Olympic spectaculars to rock star shows, Bob's creations included Monorails, Abraham Lincoln mechanical animation, Pirate Battle Shows, even massive animated figures of King Kong and Godzilla. Viewers will learn much about how these attractions were created from those who were there sharing these creations. Eight theme park creators who worked with Bob over these years will describe the unique ways in which he created a vast variety of attractions. The cast includes Disney Ambassador to the World Marty Sklar, Imagineering VP Craig Russell, Imagineer Chris Crump, and many others.
After the Movieland adventure, the new group decides to go big. Thus begins an adventure filled with magic, laughter, and excitement, set in one of the most magical places on earth: Disneyland Paris.
The audience visits WED Enterprises and sees how Disneyland attractions are created, including Pirates and the new Tomorrowland.
Has Disney lost its way? Many Disney fans have noticed a sharp increase in the company's political and social activism. This film reveals how Disney pushes an activist agenda and sexual ideology through children's movies, cartoons and public political battles. Experts and insiders analyze the once-beloved family-friendly brand's controversial politics and the impact on children and families.
"Playcenter DOC" is a documentary film made independently in 2012 by employees of the Rides department ("Raides": the department responsible for operating rides) of the Playcenter amusement park, which was located in the western part of São Paulo, Barra Funda, from July 27, 1973 to July 29, 2012. The film tells the history of the park with a greater focus on the Rides department. In it, you can see employee meetings before the park began operating, moments of relaxation, lunch, among many other remarkable things that only employees had access to. And even never-before-seen footage of the dismantling of Boomerang; the first major attraction to leave the park.
Vincent Price hosts this history of amusement parks and roller coasters across the United States.
The story of Six Flags New Orleans, a theme park devastated by Hurricane Katrina that has become a holy grail of sorts for urban exploration and the efforts to restore the park to its former glory.
This short documentary follows artist Trey Abdella as he smashes cherub angels and assembles a new body of work inspired by the idea of a “blessing in disguise.” Reflecting on his childhood in West Virginia and the repulsive allure of theme parks and Americana, Trey invites us into the memories that drive an artistic practice fusing painting, sculpture, and assemblage into bold, inventive, and deeply personal works.
Let's build a snowman! See World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris with the directors of "Frozen 3"!
An inside look at the creation of Universal Orlando Resort's new Jurassic World VelociCoaster.
Film prepared for a Florida press conference held on April 30, 1969.
Presenter Andrea Boardman adventures through all of the Disney theme parks, dining options, Water parks, Downtown Disney area and hotel resorts that were available at the Walt Disney World resort in 1998.
In 1987, Mirapolis opened its doors in the Parisian suburbs with the ambition of becoming the great French theme park capable of rivaling Disney. Driven by a spectacular vision and an imagination inspired by national tales and legends, the project quickly turned into a nightmare. Through archival footage and firsthand testimonies, the documentary retraces the meteoric rise and dramatic fall of this outsized dream, which shut down just five years after its inauguration.
The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.
In this concert film, 'Hannah Montana' star Miley Cyrus performs a slew of hit songs, including 'Just Like You' and 'Life's What You Make It.'
A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, and other rock legends.
A look at the origins, history and conspiracies behind the "Majestic 12", a clandestine group of military and corporate figureheads charged with reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology.
A look at the story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."!
Explore the evolution of Buzz Lightyear from toy to human in the making of Pixar’s Lightyear. Dive into the origin and cultural impact of everyone’s favorite Space Ranger, the art of designing a new “human Buzz,” and the challenges faced by the Lightyear crew along the way.
JB Smoove and Martin Starr host a celebration of 20 years of "Spider-Man" movies, from the Sam Raimi trilogy to Marc Webb's movies and the trio from Jon Watts.
Various MGM stars from yesterday present their favorite musical moments from the studio's 50 year history.
Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.
Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and un-paralleled, behind-closed-doors access to the footballer, father, family-man and friend in this moving & fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state of the art football footage and never before seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon D'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of ‘Senna’ and ‘Amy’, Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it’s like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm.
Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in conversation with 007 producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli.
Long-lost footage from Elvis Presley's legendary Las Vegas residency in the 1970s woven together with rare 16mm footage from Elvis on Tour, and 8mm from the Graceland archive, plus recordings of Elvis telling "his side of the story" rediscovered during Baz Luhrmann's research for his 2022 film, Elvis.
The film follows adventurer Jeff Johnson as he retraces the epic 1968 journey of his heroes Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins to Patagonia.
A filmed version of David Byrne's Broadway show, a unifying musical celebration that inspires audiences to connect to each other and to the global community.
A documentary about ten very different lives connected by having appeared onscreen wearing masks or helmets in Star Wars.
The life and career of an actor, artist, and icon. His own journey through his own camera.
A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.
A feature-length documentary about our complex relationship with manufactured objects and, by extension, the people who design them.
