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Disneyland Adding “New Magic” to ‘The Haunted Mansion’ [Video]
Being a horror fan is a lifestyle and for many of us, it all started with some sort of childhood trauma. For me, it was almost always Disney-related. I’m blessed to have been to both Disneyland and Disney World more times than I can count, and the iconic dark ride, The Haunted Mansion, was an integral part of my horror development. We went through a period of time where the mere mention of Disney changing an attraction was considered desecration, but now it’s welcomed. Outside of completely massacring EPCOT’s Journey Into Imagination, many of the modern “upgrades” have been exemplary.
In fact, in recent years Disney has tinkered with the Haunted Mansion attraction, not only re-integrating the infamous Hatbox Ghost that was removed from the original ride back in 1969, but also digitizing the trio of Hitchhiking Ghosts that now bounce around the ride’s finale. They even annually reskin the entire attraction to Nightmare Before Christmas for the holidays.
Digressing, Disney is once again tinkering with Haunted Mansion, revealing on their blog (March 18) that they’re adding “new magic” to the Disneyland attraction. What they’re planning was being kept under the Hatbox Ghost’s Hat ahead of the ride’s reopening on April 30, 2021, but today they’ve given us a taste.
Disney shared the following behind the scenes look at the new Haunted Mansion updates, explaining:
“Among the changes is the return of a classic piece of art to the Haunted Mansion’s queue: The original April to December changing portrait is now back in the mansion, with its beautiful subject undergoing her terrifying transformation in a new scene you’ll discover before you board your Doom Buggy.
“Along with the classic portrait, guests will also encounter a new, mysterious cat statue, inspired by early concepts of Haunted Mansion where a ghostly cat would follow guests on their journey. Now, this cat statue observes you as you board your Doom Buggy and set off on your adventure into the mansion.
“Other elements that have materialized in the mansion include new details in the séance room, the attic, and the pet cemetery out front.”
Check out the video below with some photos at the above link.
Updated April 13, 2021. Originally posted on March 18, 2021.
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Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ – Free Cones and Exclusive After Hours Party at The Horror Boodega [Event]
Eli Roth (Cabin Fever, Hostel, Thanksgiving) returns this summer with Ice Cream Man, which chills theaters this August 7 from Roth’s own label The Horror Section. To celebrate, Bloody Disgusting invites its Los Angeles readers to some frozen festivities this weekend at The Horror Boodega and The Mystic Museum.
This Saturday, August 1st, fans of all ages can stop by The Horror Boodega (3116 W Magnolia Blvd #104) to snag free ice cream cones (while supplies last) and meet the titular maniac. If that sugar high isn’t enough, you can shop the Boo-dega for all kinds of twisted tasty treats for your Summerween celebrations. This event starts at 1 p.m. PST.
Later that night — and right next door — The Mystic Museum (3204 W Magnolia Blvd) will host an afterparty for its 21+ fans featuring dancing, frozen frights, a costume contest, killer photo ops, a mini-bar with film-themed drinks, exclusive merchandise, and plenty of frigid surprises. This party begins at 8 p.m. PST and requires a ticket.
Come one, come all! We’ll see you there!
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Written by Roth and longtime friend Noah Belson, Ice Cream Man is set in the idyllic summer town of Bayleen Bay, where sheer terror ensues as an ice cream man serves up sweet delights — with horrifying results.
Ari Millen (“Orphan Black”) stars in the titular role along with Benjamin Byron Davis (Red Dead Redemption), Karen Cliche (Thanksgiving), Dylan Hawco, Sarah Abbott, Shiloh O’Reilly, Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), and Charlie Storey.
Snoop Dogg — who’s also working with Roth on Don’t Go in That House, Bitch — is contributing music to the film, along with composer Brandon Roberts (Thanksgiving).
The prosthetic makeup effects are handled by Oscar winner Adrien Morot (The Whale, Thanksgiving) and Steve Newburn (Frankenstein, Thanksgiving).
Ice Cream Man is Executive Produced by Grammy-winning rap icon Nas.
It’s worth noting that Roth’s Ice Cream Man has nothing to do with the ’90s movie starring Clint Howard. A sequel to that film, however, has been trying to get off the ground for years.
Watch the red band trailer below.
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