Walt Disney Co. announced Wednesday it is planning a major revamp of Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., including a "Cars Land" inspired by last summer's "Cars" movie. Here are the details about Cars Land: The expansion will culminate with an entirely new, 12-acre addition: Cars Land, immersing guests into a world inspired by the hit Disney/Pixar … Continue reading “Cars Land” will be part of Disney park
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Will there be a “Cars” sequel?
I and some other bloggers have noticed a plethora of rumors that Disney/Pixar will make a sequel to its 2006 summer hit, "Cars." So I thought I'd e-mail Michael Wallis, who supplied the voice at the Sheriff of Radiator Springs in the animated film, and ask whether he's heard anything about a "Cars 2." He … Continue reading Will there be a “Cars” sequel?
Peter Fonda’s gear from “Easy Rider” will be auctioned
Actor Peter Fonda is auctioning some of the props he used during the filming of the famed 1969 movie, "Easy Rider," according to Heritage Auctions in Dallas. Part of the film was shot on Route 66. Among the props is the flag on the back of his "Captain America" jacket that Fonda wore while motorcycling … Continue reading Peter Fonda’s gear from “Easy Rider” will be auctioned
Short film is shot in Amboy
Filmmaker Darryl Kinson produced a 22-minute short film, "The Caretaker," that was shot entirely at Roy's on Route 66 in Amboy, Calif. You can see the trailer for the film here, which is described as a thriller shot for $3,000 over a couple weekends at Roy's. Longtime roadies will readily recognize many parts of Roy's … Continue reading Short film is shot in Amboy
Les Paul’s Route 66 accident changed pop music
Here's something I didn't know -- if it wasn't for a car accident on Route 66 near Davenport, Okla., in 1948, Les Paul might have never come up with the inventions that changed pop music. According to the Daily Oklahoman: The injuries he suffered nearly ended his career and put him flat on his back … Continue reading Les Paul’s Route 66 accident changed pop music
‘Tractor tippin’s fun’
And now, for a moment of levity from "Cars." And, yep, there are still plenty of custom-made Frank the Combines for sale on eBay. UPDATE: It looks like the original video was taken down. A substitute was found.
Route 66 festival shows growth
The Route 66 Days Festival in Flagstaff, Ariz., started three years ago with just 80 classic cars. Now, the festival this year expects to have 300 cars, reports the Arizona Daily Sun. Cars entered in the car show will begin arriving downtown this afternoon. They'll park overnight in the Wheeler Park parking lot and move … Continue reading Route 66 festival shows growth
Send Owen Wilson a card
In case you haven't heard, it's been reported that actor Owen Wilson was hospitalized on Sunday. Through his publicist, Wilson on Monday requested privacy so he can recuperate. And his parents and brothers were with him at the hospital, so it appears he's getting the support he needs from family. Wilson will always earn a … Continue reading Send Owen Wilson a card
Filmmakers to do a Route 66 tour
The producers of an independent film, "Commute," are planning a tour on Route 66 next year to open their film and shoot a documentary. Here's the plot summary by co-director Marc Wasserman, as posted on the International Movie Database site: The film follows the COMMUTER, as he embarks on his daily drive from Orange County … Continue reading Filmmakers to do a Route 66 tour
“Cars” Blu-ray DVD coming in November
As expected, Disney is releasing a high-definition, Blu-ray DVD version of "Cars" on Nov. 6, according to the International Movie Database. Disney's Blu-ray site reveals the DVD will contain what is termed as a "Cine-Explore" interactive feature, in which director John Lasseter provides behind-the-scenes footage on the movie's making. There's also a "Car-Finder" feature, to … Continue reading “Cars” Blu-ray DVD coming in November