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Sandy in Disneyland
2.05.2005 3:41 PM \| Link	A couple nights ago I watched an old recording of a 1974 TV special called Sandy in Disneyland (a limited release on DVD from the Extinct Attractions Club). I figured it would just be a simple variety show with Sandy Duncan singing and dancing on Main Street, but I was completely shocked at what I saw! They actually filmed several musical numbers and skits inside the classic attractions, providing amazing views of the ride elements! First, Sandy and Ruth Buzzi pretend they are thieves in the Haunted Mansion, and they actually walk by the conservatory, through the hallway of doors, down the stairs in the ballroom, in the attic, and even have a seat on tombstones in the graveyard. From the angles used in shooting, they are actually walking the path that the Doombuggies take, which means the ride vehicles were actually removed and the track covered with a floor of some kind in order to shoot this show! I know it sounds crazy, but I can't see any other way it could be done. Next, Sandy sings with Ernest Borgnine in Pirates of the Caribbean, and they are actually walking around the coves, next to the piles of gold, and even in the captain's quarters (with the skeleton in bed). Finally, Sandy and Lorne Green walk all over the Primeval World diorama while singing a duet - they are right there with the baby Triceratops and even walk under the belly of the Tyrannosaurus! I completely freaked out - it's so weird to see live people tromping around where only animatronics are allowed. Needless to say, this is a one-of-a-kind TV special that's worth viewing if you have a chance! Labels: disney, life


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