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Monster-Size Premiere Heralds the Opening of Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!
New Attraction, Inspired by Walt Disney Pictures Presentation of a Pixar
Animation Studios Film, Monsters, Inc., Brings Screams of Fun to Disneys
California Adventure Park
ANAHEIM, Calif., Jan. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- The Disneyland 50th anniversary
celebration continues in full swing as the Disneyland Resort rolled-out the
spotted, blue carpet today in a gala Hollywood-style premiere for the grand
opening of its all-new attraction "Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the
Rescue!" The new attraction, inspired by Walt Disney Pictures presentation of
a Pixar Animation Studios film, Monsters, Inc., is located in the Hollywood
Pictures Backlot section of Disneys California Adventure park at the
Disneyland Resort.
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20060122/NYSU018 )
In the hit 2001 computer-animated film, the factory of Monsters, Inc. is
the No. 1 scream-processing firm in the bustling metropolis of Monstropolis,
generating the citys power supply by scaring children and transforming their
screams into an energy source. The monster inhabitants of Monstropolis,
however, are terribly afraid of being contaminated by kids. So, when an
errant little girl nicknamed "Boo" accidentally enters the child-adverse world
of Monstropolis, fun and mayhem ensues.
"This delightful new adventure continues our tradition of creating
memorable, immersive storytelling attractions," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "Its another great example of how our
Imagineers take a beloved film and popular franchise and bring it to life in a
three-dimensional experience that can be enjoyed by the entire family."
The popular film has now been transformed into a fun-filled attraction
where guests climb aboard waiting taxis and hit the streets of Monstropolis to
follow the films stars Mike and Sulley on their mission of safely returning
"Boo" to her bedroom. As guests witness the chaos of a child-on-the loose in
Monstropolis they encounter the super-sneaky Randall Boggs, the yellow-suited
agents of the CDA (Child Detection Agency) and other characters from the film.
Guests will even get to see the seemingly endless Monsters, Inc. door vault
and receive a unique, personalized farewell from the slug-like, ever watchful
factory dispatcher Roz!
"With the addition of Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! during
our 50th anniversary celebration, Disneys California Adventure continues to
broaden its appeal with family-oriented attractions and entertainment," said
Matt Ouimet, president of the Disneyland Resort, citing the recently added
"Turtle Talk with Crush" and "Block Party Bash." "Were confident that this
new addition will become a must-see attraction with our young guests."
"Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!" has been created in the
tradition of the classic Fantasyland-style "dark rides" by Walt Disney
Imagineering, the creative force behind Walt Disney Parks and Resorts that
imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts and attractions
worldwide. The attraction features over 40 characters in 16 distinct scenes,
plus incorporates the unique use of both black-light and white-light
illuminated sets. Technical highlights of the attraction include seemingly
personalized farewell remarks to passing guests from Roz and a multi-hued
Randall Boggs who changes colors as little Boo "bonks" him on his head in the
attractions finale.
Staying true to the film, the attraction features newly recorded
performances by many of the films original voice talents including Billy
Crystal and John Goodman. Additionally, the musical soundtrack for the
attraction is derived from the Academy Award(R) nominated "Monsters, Inc."
film score by noted Oscar(R) winner Randy Newman.
"Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! represents the next
generation of family-friendly adventures, with humor and adventure to delight
every age group," says Tom Fitzgerald, senior creative executive for Walt
Disney Imagineering. "Were bringing this new classic to life with magic and
special effects while remaining true to the charming story that inspired it."
The new attraction joins an incredible array of innovative new adventures
and spectacular entertainment premiering at Disneyland during its 50th
anniversary celebration, continuing through 2006. The anniversary is also
being celebrated globally and features the introduction of new shows and
attractions at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Tokyo Disney Resort in
Japan; Disneyland Resort Paris in France and the recently opened Hong Kong
Disneyland.
More information about the grand opening of "Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley
to the Rescue!" and the Disneyland 50th anniversary celebration, plus
vacations at the Disneyland Resort are available at http://www.disneyland.com,
by calling (877) 700-DISNEY, or by visiting local travel agents.
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