Going to Disney World with my PLP class was honestly way more eye opening than I expected. I was excited for the rides and the fun, but what really stuck with me was how different Disney feels compared to regular cities. That’s what I focused on in my film how Disney’s design creates this feeling of magic, and how that’s something we don’t usually think about in our everyday environments.
One of the biggest things I noticed was how everything at Disney is designed to make you feel something. The colors, music, even the way the lines are built it’s all meant to be an experience. In a normal city, things are usually designed to be practical, not emotional. But at Disney, everything works together to create a story, and that makes it feel special and easy to remember.
While making my video, I talked to a bunch of people from different backgrounds, and that gave me a perspective I didn’t expect. It made me realize how different we all are, but also how we can relate to the same topics and feelings, like joy or nostalgia. That helped shape my message: when you take a second to really look at the world around you, you start to notice things you wouldn’t have before.
One moment that stood out was our first day at Magic Kingdom. Everyone was rushing to get on rides, and I looked around and saw hundreds of people holding up their phones to take pictures. It was chaotic, but in a way, it was kind of beautiful. Everyone was chasing that same magical feeling. Even the janitors were part of it, they were cleaning the park while blending in so well you barely noticed them. That made me realize how even the small roles are super important in keeping the magic alive.
Making the video taught me a lot. I think I did a good job planning it out and using music, voiceover, and fast editing to make it interesting. If I could go back and change something, I’d probably try to narrow down my topic more. There’s so much to say about Disney’s design, and it was hard to fit it all in.
In the end, my film is about realizing that everything around you and every little detail was designed for a reason. When you start to notice those details, even your normal life can feel a little more magical.
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