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Class 11.27.18

My reaction (Pirates of Caribbean): This ride focused much more on the use of screens for the storytelling and was a completely different experience than the Orlando and Anaheim rides. It felt much more immersive and was focused on the plot of the movies, while the original Pirates ride was later converted to reflect the movies. The combination of set and screens led the viewer through the plot and made it feel much grander. Even without being able to understand what the characters were saying I could decipher the overall theme and storyline quite easily through visual cues. What connections did I make with the work I just viewed?: Initially, I was expecting to feel a connection to the rides in the United States, though this ride had a much more modern day feel to it. Even though the old rides have been updated, they still have a nostalgic quality to them that reflects the original Pirate ride. This experience with its use of large screens for interaction reminded me of many Univ

Wakanda Proposal

Our park concept is centered on the sacred conservation of Wakanda. It is focused on its land, resources, and people. Our photogenic, iconic center point will be the Warrior Falls (the main waterfall and high peak point). At this point, there will be scheduled shows and live performances that draw people towards the center of the park. The park splits off into the different nature regions of Wakanda’s landscape. This includes the Torment forest, Farmland, Black Warrior Creek, Twisted Visions lake, River settlement, and Central Wakanda (palace, etc). The resource of vibranium is a central theme throughout the different areas of the park. Vibranium - the fictional metal - has mystical energies and we will enhance this concept visually throughout the park decor. This will tie the different areas together through the sacred reverence of the resource. Another main attraction will also include the Shuri’s underground lab. The underground lab will be one of the defining rides of our park. We