Disney Animation Building — Local services in Burbank

This really is where all the magic happens! I had no idea that this place existed, I like to refer to this place as a think tank for master pieces. Thanks to my alumni association, I had the opportunity to receive a personal tour, hear the CFO give updates, eat great food, and visit the employee gift store. Mickey and Minnie made an appearance, photo opps were available, but I snoozed. Even at this moment as I type this review, I'm still kicking myself...

When I first stepped onto this campus, I felt as if I were on a college campus. Later the tour guide mentioned that the college-like atmosphere was on purpose as many scenes were filmed and Walt wanted to encourage free-flow thinking. Filming happens daily on the lot with everything on wheels, transitioning from 1 stage to another is a breeze.

Security is tight, and for good reason! The other cool fact was the hospital next door, which you can see from the studio. Apparently, Walt died there. If I ever get another invite to visit again, I'll come back in...

Wreck-It Ralph 2

In a few interviews, Rich Moore has revealed some of his ideas for the sequel's storyline.

One idea he mentions includes expanding the gaming universe onto different planes. He particularly makes a point on including mobile and online gaming, believing it would be "great to work in a story about those types of games that are so prevalent, contemporary and part of today's culture."

Another possible plot point Moore brought up was the possibility of Ralph and the gang meeting other versions of themselves, from other arcades or more modernized platforms. It is unknown if Mario or Tron, two cameos scheduled to appear in the sequel, will have an important role in the film or if they will only have a couple of lines and that is all.

Henry Jackman confirmed here that a storyline for Wreck-It Ralph 2 is being written. In July 2015, John C. Reilly announced that he'd signed on to work...

In 2018, I visited Walt Disney Archives and Animation Studios for my university trip.

I had a tour around the buildings and to see what life is like there. In the animation building, I watched a presentation of the animation process in “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure”. During the presentation, I saw Eric Goldberg walking through the corridors and having a conversation to one of his colleagues. I never met him, but it was nice seeing him in person from a distance as he is one of my favourite animators.

My university friends and I then received a sketchbook, pencil and an Olaf pin badge from the studio. It was such a wonderful visit to Disney Animation...