In 1968 mom and dad took me to Universal for the studio tour. I had just turned 12. We saw the cowboy stunt men shootout, the soundstage for the Shirley MacLaine musical “Sweet Charity” and Lana Turner’s dressing room. The most memorable event for me: I got my picture taken with Al “Grandpa Munster” Lewis!
It has changed for the worse, even since I was a kid in the eighties. I traveled there thoughtout my youth to visit family and there were areas to avoid, even back then. You have to be very rich to live in Southern California, or you can't live there. I watch silent films that shot on location in Los Angeles. It was mostly undeveloped lots. The ranches and orange groves are gone. All of the beauty that attracted people to move to Los Angeles is gone. No wonder people are scrambling to leave. I live in North Carolina, and the people from California who move here say how much they love it here, they can buy a mansion for what a flat would cost to buy.
Walt designed Disneyland's entry as an idealized fantasy of "the good old days" in the USA, fifty years earlier. At the time of the opening, there would've been visitors who had actually lived during that period. Moving up to today, this would be comparable to creating a version of the 1970s, which were 50 years ago now. That's a bizarre contrast to consider.
I'd like to correct something said in this: Walt Disney was a visionary, to be sure, however, it was his brother, Roy, who was the savvy businessman. In addition to what hebneh below stated and in response to the general theme of moviemaking in this video.......as you enter Disneyland and pass under the left (specifically) archway under the train, it is meant to resemble the opening scene of a film, as your vision of Main Street USA widens.
Lots of cool history in these videos. Thanks for sharing. I grew up in Hollywood and in the early-mid 70's I used to go to Magic Mountain and Universal Studios for $5. I didn't even go to Disneyland until I was 10 or so and pretty sure it was more than $5. Now it is cheaper to own Disneyland stock than to go there.
This is such a wonderful video. I’m starting a Disney History series on my channel next year and this is extra inspiration for me. The history of LA and Disneyland is so fascinating to me. 🏰💕
The reproduction of the Intolerance Set in the Hollywood Highland Center is gone forever. The Irony in that is that they are directly across from the place in which D.W.Griffiths memorial was held when he passed away forgotten and penniless....
Here's what u don't know. Anaheim was all orange, walnuts, grapes almonds orchards. Movies were moved to Ca because of the perfect weather. Hollywood was Hollywood Land nothing to do with the movies. Like the OutPost, a housing area. Water rights killed over 600 people in the late 20's a damn broke killing everyone in its path. Where Magic Mountain is now. Sad.😦🙏
Rick Caruso, developer son of the famous "H.J. Caruso -- he's the GREATEST!" so the girl chorus sang. (Most will be too young to have heard this ultimate trade-mark jingle.) . : .
I have been riding bikes below Los Angeles and document documenting my travels through the storm drain system for the last two-and-a-half years. @kckoll_ #belowla
It's frustrating to see these experts who only know their subject by education where as we who grew up amongst the subject and could write a book on what we saw and experienced personally in L.A. tell ourselves, if they only knew what they missed. James Elroy would be spinning in his grave if he wasn't still alive !
I can tell you know you didn’t invent theme parks other than maybe the name itself. There have been what we would call theme parks in Europe since the late 19th century.
I know we cannot turn back time, but perhaps, Disney, your current ailment stems from just wishing for too much, all the time. Nothing can grow exponentially forever: even universes die. Make less, better. We could all use a breather.
This program loses the thread when it chooses to focus so much time on Disney and Disneyland.. forgetting entirely places like Bush Gardens and The Pike, Venice, Catalina, and the private zoo.
"When freeways work they are brilliant." Are these people insane? I'm an environmental planner and believe me, personal pollution machines (also called cars) are not brilliant at all.
Why in this series is there always the completely unnecessary, distracting and irritating "music" in the background? There's no need! It's images and words that matter, not piiiinging and doooonging all the way through.
This host is so annoying, he's no Huell Howser or Ralph Story, and the content is so banal. A great effort as a high school video project though. Caruso is no Walt Disney...Disney sought to invite people in, Caruso designs to exclude. He's done that quite well in Palisades Village.
Huell Howser's visit to Warner Bros studio conveys the days of movie-making as well as any piece I've seen. Huell's enthusiasm for his subjects is a large part of the charm of his videos. He even managed to enthuse over pigs' ears cooked in various ways.
Since the loss of Huell Howser, this is the best love story to all things LA.
Huell was a giant!
In 1968 mom and dad took me to Universal for the studio tour. I had just turned 12. We saw the cowboy stunt men shootout, the soundstage for the Shirley MacLaine musical “Sweet Charity” and Lana Turner’s dressing room. The most memorable event for me: I got my picture taken with Al “Grandpa Munster” Lewis!
I love this series. I thank the heavens I was born in Socal. Peace and much love to everyone.
@Cobb Knobbler lol thers no place like home.
It has changed for the worse, even since I was a kid in the eighties. I traveled there thoughtout my youth to visit family and there were areas to avoid, even back then. You have to be very rich to live in Southern California, or you can't live there. I watch silent films that shot on location in Los Angeles. It was mostly undeveloped lots. The ranches and orange groves are gone. All of the beauty that attracted people to move to Los Angeles is gone. No wonder people are scrambling to leave. I live in North Carolina, and the people from California who move here say how much they love it here, they can buy a mansion for what a flat would cost to buy.
@Cobb Knobbler California used to be part of Mexico. Mexicans would be happy that you're leaving.
@@magellanicspaceclouds They can have it back.
Walt designed Disneyland's entry as an idealized fantasy of "the good old days" in the USA, fifty years earlier. At the time of the opening, there would've been visitors who had actually lived during that period. Moving up to today, this would be comparable to creating a version of the 1970s, which were 50 years ago now. That's a bizarre contrast to consider.
hebneh That's why people like to come here for videos and post about how everything was great back then and terrible now.
*DISNEYLAND IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE AN AMERICAN ICON!!!*
Oh my gosh, the host is a former cast member?! I'm geeking out
No Ports O’ Call? It fell hard, but in its day, POC was as enchanting as a miniature Disneyland
I'd like to correct something said in this: Walt Disney was a visionary, to be sure, however, it was his brother, Roy, who was the savvy businessman.
In addition to what hebneh below stated and in response to the general theme of moviemaking in this video.......as you enter Disneyland and pass under the left (specifically) archway under the train, it is meant to resemble the opening scene of a film, as your vision of Main Street USA widens.
Fantastic documentary! I was a Disney kid in the 70s and I love the new information about Main Street.
Lots of cool history in these videos. Thanks for sharing. I grew up in Hollywood and in the early-mid 70's I used to go to Magic Mountain and Universal Studios for $5. I didn't even go to Disneyland until I was 10 or so and pretty sure it was more than $5. Now it is cheaper to own Disneyland stock than to go there.
I’ve been binging these videos all day today! I’m an Angeleno and I’m thoroughly enjoying this content!
I moved from LA to San Diego and we don’t have this show here!! Thank you
I love Clifton’s!!!!
Have been watching all these videos this year. Thank you so much for posting.
GREAT JOB! I thoroughly enjoyed watching this.
The bad thing now is Disneyland is taking on a mall like attitude with more gift shops, hotels and less rides.
This is such a wonderful video. I’m starting a Disney History series on my channel next year and this is extra inspiration for me. The history of LA and Disneyland is so fascinating to me. 🏰💕
I understand why people envy LA it truly is a magical place
Grest job. Wonderful!
I grew up in Buena Park. This was all summer for us.
Great job. Thanks!
I'm so into these episodes!
The reproduction of the Intolerance Set in the Hollywood Highland Center is gone forever. The Irony in that is that they are directly across from the place in which D.W.Griffiths memorial was held when he passed away forgotten and penniless....
Thanks, this is a great piece.
Great show❤️
Amazing
Amazing Video
Fun facts thank you
A land long, long ago. Was fun . RIP . ✌️
11:43 Sam Gennawey mistakenly said W.D. Griffith instead of D.W. Griffith. (mentioned for historical accuracy)
with overt emphasis on Fantasy.
Here's what u don't know. Anaheim was all orange, walnuts, grapes almonds orchards. Movies were moved to Ca because of the perfect weather.
Hollywood was Hollywood Land nothing to do with the movies.
Like the OutPost, a housing area.
Water rights killed over 600 people in the late 20's a damn broke killing everyone in its path. Where Magic Mountain is now. Sad.😦🙏
Michele Conley Eckert We do know that. People who watch this also watch and read about other aspects of history.
The Babylonian gates are still part of that intersection. You just have to look a bit
Rick Caruso, developer son of the famous "H.J. Caruso -- he's the GREATEST!" so the girl chorus sang. (Most will be too young to have heard this ultimate trade-mark jingle.)
. : .
Did I just hear that the Grove is being protected with razor wire fencing?
I didn't move here I was born here , and I never want to leave.
I have been riding bikes below Los Angeles and document documenting my travels through the storm drain system for the last two-and-a-half years. @kckoll_ #belowla
in a better world RICK CARUSO would've been Mayor/Governor/or higher office
I work in that tire company it U.S Rubber uniroyal not Goodrich.
l.a. has jumped the shark thanks to tech.
LA Rulz!!!! Hahahahaha
Cutest host ever.
It's frustrating to see these experts who only know their subject by education where as we who grew up amongst the subject and could write a book on what we saw and experienced personally in L.A. tell ourselves, if they only knew what they missed.
James Elroy would be spinning in his grave if he wasn't still alive !
Southern California was finished off by big government . you can't do anything in this state now taxed and regulated into Oblivion
"W D Griffith" ? Sam Gennawey doesn't even get the name right. i am a little intolerant of ignorance right?
I can tell you know you didn’t invent theme parks other than maybe the name itself. There have been what we would call theme parks in Europe since the late 19th century.
We know.
I know we cannot turn back time, but perhaps, Disney, your current ailment stems from just wishing for too much, all the time. Nothing can grow exponentially forever: even universes die. Make less, better. We could all use a breather.
This program loses the thread when it chooses to focus so much time on Disney and Disneyland.. forgetting entirely places like Bush Gardens and The Pike, Venice, Catalina, and the private zoo.
There is a whole episode of Venice.
"When freeways work they are brilliant." Are these people insane? I'm an environmental planner and believe me, personal pollution machines (also called cars) are not brilliant at all.
Personal transportation machines
D Stuart Because they aren't working.
Disney often traveled to European theme parks and copied them for his
theme park.
Why in this series is there always the completely unnecessary, distracting and irritating "music" in the background?
There's no need! It's images and words that matter, not piiiinging and doooonging all the way through.
This host is so annoying, he's no Huell Howser or Ralph Story, and the content is so banal. A great effort as a high school video project though. Caruso is no Walt Disney...Disney sought to invite people in, Caruso designs to exclude. He's done that quite well in Palisades Village.
The shock of the new
Huell Howser's visit to Warner Bros studio conveys the days of movie-making as well as any piece I've seen. Huell's enthusiasm for his subjects is a large part of the charm of his videos. He even managed to enthuse over pigs' ears cooked in various ways.
He uses the term "Angelinos" too much. It's annoying