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[claire2281]

Let's get Cinemagique back too:
https://www.change.org/p/disneyland-paris-save-cinemagique-from-disneyland-paris-closure

You're spamming (again). This discussion is about POTC not Cinemagique closing.

OT: Tony Baxter hinted in recent interviews that they are adding some really amazing effects. Fingers crossed for some projection or pepper-ghost effects.  Although seeing the ride in full operation condition is spectacular enough.

If things go according to plan it's due to open on the very last day of my holiday so I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

But yes it does sound like they're doing more than just a refurb and add Jack Sparrow. Obviously they can't go a full Shanghai on it but adding some extra effects will really give it added re-ride value. And hopefully they're using the new style animatronics which are amazing in themselves. Looking forward to it!

[pfspock]

Saving Cinemagique may be important to you, IMO this attraction is dated. I didn't even bother watching it during my last visits. Every once in a while an attraction has run its course. That's it.
Over and out.

[claire2281]

Keep to the posted topic please

Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/disneyland-paris-save-cinemagique-from-disneyland-paris-closure

Now that's just silly. You don't exactly endear your cause to people by doing such things. In fact, you make them far less likely to sign.

Back on topic properly: more places are reporting it will reopen on July 14th. The  closures for that date should be on the site soon enough so I guess we'll see!

[Slimy yet satisfying]

I am looking forward to the ride opening again...shame I will have to wait for New Year tho'. Never mind I think that it is worth waiting for.

[Anthony]

Let's get Cinemagique back too:
https://www.change.org/p/disneyland-paris-save-cinemagique-from-disneyland-paris-closure

You're spamming (again). This discussion is about POTC not Cinemagique closing.

Indeed, I'm sorry to say this repeated posting of the petition link has done nothing but infuriate people, MickeyAteMyCap. We've given you the benefit of the doubt but it's clear these posts are not about to stop, so I'm going to do some tidying up and remove most of them (including some replies which won't make sense).

If you really want to continue promoting it, I suggest you create a topic in our Weblinks board: https://forum.dlpguide.com/index.php?board=19.0

For what it's worth, and even saying this as the biggest CinéMagique fan - it's a lost cause. It's gone. Let's hope whatever comes in its place improves the park in some way beyond the confines of that once-magical movie theatre.

[Rocketeer]

Well let's hope this new iteration of Pirates manages to balance the old and the new without much issue.

I think I'll remain one of those purists who prefers the original though.

[claire2281]

The current reopening date is set at July 24th although it may soft open before this.

[disneymagic006]

So excited they are looking at opening July 24th. We will arrive on 28th and it's our family favourite - all 12 of the travelling party love this one.

Still have fingers crossed the refurbishment doesn't run over as I know what these things can be like.

Brilliant news though, got worried when it was rumoured to open September

[Andybear]

Well let's hope this new iteration of Pirates manages to balance the old and the new without much issue.

I think I'll remain one of those purists who prefers the original though.

How do you know that until you've done it?  Or are you just determined to prefer the original no matter how good the refurbished version may be?

[Slimy yet satisfying]

Saw that Jonny Depp did a surprise appearance at wdw actually inside the ride in full costume...Oooh that would be a nice surprise on opening day!

[tubbsy]

It would be amazing!

I keep following every thread about this.
Not only am I huge POTC fan but a Blue Lagoon fan! Cant wait for both to reopen
And whatever has been done, I will be happy, just to be back there.

[Rocketeer]

Some details from Disney & More (via FB)

I've been told that the auction scene in the POTC ride at DLP ( with the auctioneer and the women put in auction ) will be deleted and changed for a new one, most probably for politically correct reasons ( in the days we're living, lt had to happen ). And if the new scene is okay they plan to change the scene too in the POTC rides in the U.S. I think that the pirate auctioneer and the main characters will probably stay but in a different kind of scene.

and

DLP confirmed this morning that the great Blue Lagoon restaurant in Adventureland will have its name changed for "Captain Jack's - Restaurant des Pirates" ( "Captain Jack's Pirates Restaurant" ) when the POTC attraction will reopen next month.

[msRavenswood]

Some details from Disney & More (via FB)

I've been told that the auction scene in the POTC ride at DLP ( with the auctioneer and the women put in auction ) will be deleted and changed for a new one, most probably for politically correct reasons ( in the days we're living, lt had to happen ). And if the new scene is okay they plan to change the scene too in the POTC rides in the U.S. I think that the pirate auctioneer and the main characters will probably stay but in a different kind of scene.

and

DLP confirmed this morning that the great Blue Lagoon restaurant in Adventureland will have its name changed for "Captain Jack's - Restaurant des Pirates" ( "Captain Jack's Pirates Restaurant" ) when the POTC attraction will reopen next month.

Both quite disappointing in my opinion!

First of all, why change something that has always been there? After all those years they decide that the auction scene needs to be replaced? It's a ride about pirates for God's sake, who lived centuries ago and that's what their life used to be like, whether some people like it or not! They might as well change the song because the lyrics talk about the sinful life pirates led!

Secondy, Blue Bayou in DL didn't change its name when Jack Sparrow appeared on the ride, why does DLP feel the need to do something so outrageous! Yes, it will attract more people since the movies are so popular, but the restaurant was popular either way! Blue Lagoon sounded classy, not sure about the new name. And most importantly, I don't think Captain Jack would ever own a restaurant, a place serving rum would be more possible, but then again, would Jack abandon his beloved Pearl and the seas to be a tavern owner? I think not! Boo to DLP, they seem to make the wrong decisions lately! Last thing I need to see is Phantom Manor turned into an abomination after its long refurbishment next year! 

[Sulley's Arms]

I feel the same re the Blue Lagoon - it's utter nonsense to change the name, especially as the entire Pirates ride was originally due to be called the Blue Bayou Lagoon; alterations like this are infuriating - in fact they remind me of the scene in Santa Clause 3 where Frost has transformed everything at the North Pole simply because he thought the theming would be better.

Somehow I just can't stomach the idea of booking a romantic table for 2 at "Captain Jack's".  Please...<sigh>

As for the auction scene - this IS the Pirates ride!  The US parks still had it after their movie upgrades.
Maybe DLP feel it's not French enough to fit the current zeitgeist they're reflecting across the parks?

[tubbsy]

I am thinking the same thing...
At first I just thought I hope my booking for August for Blue Lagoon stand but now I am wondering if it's going to be a fast food restaurant...