The Magic of Walt Disney World (1972)
A look at the many attractions, resort hotels, and other amusements at Walt Disney World in its first year of operation.
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You won't be disappointed!
Good concept, poorly executed.
A Major Disappointment
The first must-see film of the year.
This is a great film. Not only does it give a snapshot of Walt Disney World at the time it was made (1972), it also gives a glimpse into the culture of Disney at the time. They wanted to portray the "vacation kingdom" as a place that not only gave the public Disney-fied entertainment, but was also a controlled/safe environment for the guests. Disney World opened at a time that contained greatest societal upheaval in the U.S. in the 20th Century: the Vietnam War; civil Rights and "Black Power", the Women's Movement, etc. Whether you agree or not, Disney wanted to create a place that was cut off in many ways from the the strife and pressure of the outside world.