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The Great Debate: Captain EO Has Returned
As you should know, Michael Jackson’s “Captain EO” is returning to Epcot’s Imagination Pavilion in just a couple of days. But is this a good thing or a bad one?
Here are some comments (both views) under the Orlando Sentinel article:
Arguments against EO
“This guy is one of the worst role models in recent memory. I am shocked and saddened by Disney’s decision to honor a man who should be utterly forgotten. Disney should know this.”
“Wow WDW, this is your answer to Harry Potter? An old video you had sitting in the back closet? Wow good luck with that.”
“Michael — come back! All is forgiven…NOT! I am embarrassed for WDW.”
Arguments for EO
“Captain EO isn’t about Michael Jackson’s personal life! It is a 3D movie that is entertainment. If you don’t like MJ, don’t go see it.”
“I love this movie… I’m so glad they brought it back… No matter what your feelings are about Jacksons personal life you can’t argue that he is one of the best performers in history.”
“Stop Hating on Michael Jackson. He was a troubled soul who had a horrible home life who was always trying to recapture his childhood.”
Now I wasn’t going to share my opinion on this but I think I will. I don’t want EO back. It had it’s run, now let it go.
I know most people will disagree with me. But I’d still like to know – what’s your opinion? Duke it out in the comments.
Beth 10:06 pm on July 8, 2010 Permalink |
I agree with you. I remember seeing it as a child, but honestly didn’t remember it. While at Disneyland in May I saw the show there- my husband refused to go with me because of the reasons listed above. I didn’t enjoy it and it didn’t even bring back any memories.
I think they should have let it stay in the 80s.
Matt 10:00 am on July 9, 2010 Permalink |
Well Beth I respect your husband for sticking to his principles. Very good!
I completely agree – I never saw the original, but it’s something that is very outdated and doesn’t really represent the meaning of a futuristic Epcot.