I get a chill down my spine whenever I watch this. One of the most beautiful projects ever created for a Disney park. Back when the company didn't feel like they needed to dumb everything down to a kid's level. Which is ironic, because I loved this film as a kid!
First thing I noticed is the accent grave in "impressions", a bad typo on the opening credits. I think that in the ballon Montgolfière scene, as the balloons are fired up, I thought i heard "putain", in the back ground, a cuss word in French. All in all it was great for scenery, especially the vignobles, scenes from Brittany, and Normandy, as well as Cannes.
It's going away some day. Judging by the crowds for this compared to the Beauty and the Beast Sing Along, people obviously want less original productions and more IP. It's sad really.
One of the Epcot staples for me. I of course didn't have the appreciation for it growing up that I do now, especially having been to France and seen many of the locations filmed. I often wonder if Epcot spurred by love for European travel. Saint-Saens' organ symphony is one of my favorite pieces of classical music. I included it in one of my European travel videos on my channel showing footage of the Matterhorn. Thanks for sharing!
Yup, that was much of the intent of the old World Showcase. Give you a little sample so that you would be enticed to visit the real thing (worked like a charm for me!). Too bad now it's just a lot of dumbed-down food and IP promotion. I wonder, what entertainment now even exists to inspire today's kids in a similar manner?
It was this film, which I saw countless times in my 15 years working at WDW, that made me fall in love with the Romantic period of French composers. Debussy is still my favorite.
Thank you so very much for posting this. This is by far our favorite attraction at Walt Disney World. It has beautiful music, stunning scenery, comfortable seats and A/C. This was the one attraction we visited every time we were there. We have not been back since we let our annual passes expire in 2016 but used to go at least once a month when we lived in Jacksonville. So, 19 years times a minimum of 12 trips a year adds up to a lot of views. Needless to say, watching this was like seeing an old friend once again.
Liz .... I am so overwhelmed I have found this work of art. I remember going to Epcot 35 years ago. Every day I would go and see this wonderful footage of France with the most powerful music. Even the staff began to recognise me and smile. I just loved it so much. Went back eight years later and did the same again. France must be so proud of this video. I can view this over and over again xx I simply love it xx
Honestly I feel like this never should’ve closed. Don’t get me wrong the Beauty and the beast sing a long is a perfect fit for France. I just feel like people need to know more about different countries and cultures than having things based on movies
when i was a toddler in the mid 90s they used to let my mother and I stay in the theater for show after show. More often than not I would take my naps in there. most peaceful place in the world, the back row of that theater
I can’t imagine what WDW manager thought replacing Impressions, the longest running original film in WDW, in a theater with a sound system that engineers have called the best in any Disney park, with what’s basically a karaoke bar for eight-year-old girls, was a good idea. Hopefully this will be a short-lived aberration, but I’m afraid the IP monster is bent on edging out all that’s unique about Epcot. I wonder what the French think about the superficial sing-along representing their nation?
At a minimum, they ought to use the French title (La Belle et la Bête) - and if it were up to me, I'd also make the eight-year-olds sing along in French. The other thing that disappointed me in other videos is that, despite the attention to detail with paintings, portraits etc. beside the river, the librairie store apparently doesn't sell any books at all.
This film is a work of art that includes many works of art. This first time I saw this back in the 90’s, I fell in love with this music and then of course, the country itself.
I just finished watching this here, remembering my experiences of it in the amazing theater, and I’m crying because of how beautiful it is. And I’m afraid all the beautiful things in the world will be lost.
Just thinking of how many times I watched this with my grandfather and knowing how much Paris meant to him-gives me chills. For me personally, this has been and always will be one of the greatest Disney projects of all time. Every time I watch this I get chills and childhood memories
This film is breathtaking, and I make a point of sticking around after 7 PM to see it anytime I visit Epcot. That Beauty and the Beast sing-along abomination, don't even get me started! Thanks for capturing this video for us. It's so relaxing to watch and revisit my good memories of WS France pavilion and my own travels in France!
Always a favorite on mine. After I saw it the first time, I went in the gift shop and asked about the music, which I purchased. Love Camille Saint-Saens music, and the final scenes on the Eiffel Tower always get to me. Hadn't seen this for years and forgot how incredible it was.
Whenever I see this, I feel I have lived there in a past life, during the time of the knights in the Middle Ages. The castles and the history .. no words can describe the beauty and grandeur..the Golden Days of Kings at Versailles
amazing. went to this when i was about 13. my mum, not the biggest fan of classical music, wants the final piece played at her funeral. i believe it’s from Saint -Saens Organ Symphony?
So glad I didn’t skip watching this. I never cared too much for French culture, cuisine or really just have much interest. This film though was absolutely jaw dropping. I really need to visit now.
My late wife fell in love with this attraction the first time we saw it in March of 1985. Everytime we went to WDW some 30 times, we always took this attraction in. My wife passed away a year before it was removed. It would break her heart to know it wasn't there anymore....
When I visited this, they did not have a way to purchase the music, but they gave me a written playlist naming all the musical pieces and the composers - all of whom were French. I’ve lost the playlist, but would love to find one and get the original (complete) music from each selection used in this video.
I'm sorry but calling something a "remaster" means you have had access to an original "master" version of the film and have taken it and restored it. This is not a remaster. This is a video camera capturing the film as it is projected in the theater. And only three of the five screens at that... with two entire screens missing! 🤦🏻♂️🙄😑
It's not Beauty and the Beast, seeing as this was produced in the 1980's and Beauty and the Beast came out in 1991. I assume you're referring to that first song, it's "Aquarium" from The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns.
I get a chill down my spine whenever I watch this. One of the most beautiful projects ever created for a Disney park. Back when the company didn't feel like they needed to dumb everything down to a kid's level. Which is ironic, because I loved this film as a kid!
Me too! I grew up watching this with my mother!
i totally agree i love the soundtrack and the whole thing is nostalgic to me
First thing I noticed is the accent grave in "impressions", a bad typo on the opening credits. I think that in the ballon Montgolfière scene, as the balloons are fired up, I thought i heard "putain", in the back ground, a cuss word in French. All in all it was great for scenery, especially the vignobles, scenes from Brittany, and Normandy, as well as Cannes.
thank you for sharing
Me too! I had been to the Epcot for 3 times since 1985 and every time I must go to watch this film.
Yes!!! Yeeeeessss! One of the last remaining Epcot Originals. More breathtaking than EVER! And a MASTERPIECE! I truly hope it never goes away.
It's going away some day. Judging by the crowds for this compared to the Beauty and the Beast Sing Along, people obviously want less original productions and more IP. It's sad really.
@@rckblzr i will go on strike if it does
One of the Epcot staples for me. I of course didn't have the appreciation for it growing up that I do now, especially having been to France and seen many of the locations filmed. I often wonder if Epcot spurred by love for European travel. Saint-Saens' organ symphony is one of my favorite pieces of classical music. I included it in one of my European travel videos on my channel showing footage of the Matterhorn. Thanks for sharing!
Yup, that was much of the intent of the old World Showcase. Give you a little sample so that you would be enticed to visit the real thing (worked like a charm for me!). Too bad now it's just a lot of dumbed-down food and IP promotion. I wonder, what entertainment now even exists to inspire today's kids in a similar manner?
It was this film, which I saw countless times in my 15 years working at WDW, that made me fall in love with the Romantic period of French composers. Debussy is still my favorite.
One of the last good memories from the old Epcot Center!
Thank you so very much for posting this. This is by far our favorite attraction at Walt Disney World. It has beautiful music, stunning scenery, comfortable seats and A/C. This was the one attraction we visited every time we were there. We have not been back since we let our annual passes expire in 2016 but used to go at least once a month when we lived in Jacksonville. So, 19 years times a minimum of 12 trips a year adds up to a lot of views. Needless to say, watching this was like seeing an old friend once again.
Hands down, the single best Disney attraction in existence.
Amen.
Liz .... I am so overwhelmed I have found this work of art.
I remember going to Epcot 35 years ago. Every day I would go and see this wonderful footage of France with the most powerful music.
Even the staff began to recognise me and smile.
I just loved it so much.
Went back eight years later and did the same again.
France must be so proud of this video. I can view this over and over again xx I simply love it xx
Honestly I feel like this never should’ve closed. Don’t get me wrong the Beauty and the beast sing a long is a perfect fit for France. I just feel like people need to know more about different countries and cultures than having things based on movies
Thank you so much for this. I hope they never get rid of this movie. It’s so beautiful ♥️🌹
I really love this. The combination of scenery and music is just exquisite.
when i was a toddler in the mid 90s they used to let my mother and I stay in the theater for show after show. More often than not I would take my naps in there. most peaceful place in the world, the back row of that theater
Once I was the only person in the theatre. Last show of the night. Asked if they still wanted to play it. They said “of course!” Magical experience.
This is my favorite place to go! It is so relaxing on a hot summer day! The music is fantastic and France is so beautiful!
Man I love this. Epcot is the best
I love this movie so much. And the soundtrack full of incredible French composers
It's a beautiful film and perfect musical accompaniment.
As long as this exists at Epcot Disney will have me by the short ones. I love this film, its soundtrack, the venue...everything.
Just looked up the fact that this was released in 1982.... 12 full years older than I am, and still so enchanting.
Every time I visit Epcot for the Food and Wine Festival, this is ALWAYS a must do!
Thank you so much! I’ve been so afraid Disney would eliminate this attraction.
That harp concerto is incredible. Makes France seem so grand! 2:03
Italian huckleberry hound ♥️ French golden locks the poodle
I can’t imagine what WDW manager thought replacing Impressions, the longest running original film in WDW, in a theater with a sound system that engineers have called the best in any Disney park, with what’s basically a karaoke bar for eight-year-old girls, was a good idea. Hopefully this will be a short-lived aberration, but I’m afraid the IP monster is bent on edging out all that’s unique about Epcot. I wonder what the French think about the superficial sing-along representing their nation?
At a minimum, they ought to use the French title (La Belle et la Bête) - and if it were up to me, I'd also make the eight-year-olds sing along in French. The other thing that disappointed me in other videos is that, despite the attention to detail with paintings, portraits etc. beside the river, the librairie store apparently doesn't sell any books at all.
HeleneSue Absolutely beautiful!! Thank you so much for showing a true work of art!! This film is a keeper!!
Haven’t been seen since I was a child. An absolute favorite for me. Ravel and Debussy are my favorite composers now, I wonder why...
FYI: thank you for sharing. It was a fantastic production.
This film is a work of art that includes many works of art. This first time I saw this back in the 90’s, I fell in love with this music and then of course, the country itself.
I just finished watching this here, remembering my experiences of it in the amazing theater, and I’m crying because of how beautiful it is. And I’m afraid all the beautiful things in the world will be lost.
Just thinking of how many times I watched this with my grandfather and knowing how much Paris meant to him-gives me chills. For me personally, this has been and always will be one of the greatest Disney projects of all time. Every time I watch this I get chills and childhood memories
This film is breathtaking, and I make a point of sticking around after 7 PM to see it anytime I visit Epcot. That Beauty and the Beast sing-along abomination, don't even get me started! Thanks for capturing this video for us. It's so relaxing to watch and revisit my good memories of WS France pavilion and my own travels in France!
Always a favorite on mine. After I saw it the first time, I went in the gift shop and asked about the music, which I purchased. Love Camille Saint-Saens music, and the final scenes on the Eiffel Tower always get to me. Hadn't seen this for years and forgot how incredible it was.
Thank you for adding this. My heart was broken when I saw Beauty and The Beast singalong was in its place today.
No, it's still there. They share the space/theatre.
Whenever I see this, I feel I have lived there in a past life, during the time of the knights in the Middle Ages. The castles and the history .. no words can describe the beauty and grandeur..the Golden Days of Kings at Versailles
La Belle France!
I love this movie
Back row, center with an orange slushy from the cart, unbeatable.
My favorite part of Epcot. My mom abd I watched this together so many times growing up. Is there a DVD copy somewhere?
amazing. went to this when i was about 13. my mum, not the biggest fan of classical music, wants the final piece played at her funeral. i believe it’s from Saint -Saens Organ Symphony?
"Maestoso - Allegro" from the 2nd movement of Symphony no. 3 (Organ Symphony) * (7:59-9:51)[8]
by Camille Saint-Saëns
Classic, never gets old
So glad I didn’t skip watching this. I never cared too much for French culture, cuisine or really just have much interest. This film though was absolutely jaw dropping. I really need to visit now.
I"m from VENEZUELA, this is a great video thanks. Good job.
It's a great video.
Super wonderful.
@@alejandrogrillet931 thanks!
My late wife fell in love with this attraction the first time we saw it in March of 1985. Everytime we went to WDW some 30 times, we always took this attraction in. My wife passed away a year before it was removed. It would break her heart to know it wasn't there anymore....
Fairly recently, the first show of the day would be this one, will confirm if still the case in a couple weeks.
Hahaha the times when you could park your car under the eiffel tower casualy
when you're watching impressions of france and you say i've been there a couple times its so embarrassing and validating at the same time.
#GardezImpressions Let’s give this classic more show times in the day
I absolutely love the music that starts at 9:17.
Thi is france in the 80's
Noture dame before fire.
even before the 21st century
I always feel a little weepy when I see the Notre Dame portion of the film.
When I visited this, they did not have a way to purchase the music, but they gave me a written playlist naming all the musical pieces and the composers - all of whom were French. I’ve lost the playlist, but would love to find one and get the original (complete) music from each selection used in this video.
So Lovely.
The Southwest was never really represented in this video.
I'm sorry but calling something a "remaster" means you have had access to an original "master" version of the film and have taken it and restored it. This is not a remaster. This is a video camera capturing the film as it is projected in the theater. And only three of the five screens at that... with two entire screens missing! 🤦🏻♂️🙄😑
This is what they took from you.
What is that beauty and the beast tune they play called
It's not Beauty and the Beast, seeing as this was produced in the 1980's and Beauty and the Beast came out in 1991. I assume you're referring to that first song, it's "Aquarium" from The Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns.
Le passage sur la chasse a courre est de trop