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Disney's Shanghai Park Gets Approval
By Sharon Waxman Disney's progress toward building a theme park in Shanghai took a step forward with the Chinese government's approval of the company's application to build, the company announced on Tuesday. The Project Application Report was for a Disney theme park in the Pudong district of Shanghai, and was approved by relevant authorities of the central government of China.   “China is one of the most dynamic, exciting and important countries in the world, and this approval marks a ...
Miramax president steps down
hollywoodreporter.com — Four weeks after Disney downsized its Miramax specialty division, label president Daniel Battsek is stepping down. Also, Miramax's operations are being moved from New York to Disney's Burbank headquarters. "With the change in direction at Miramax, we ... Miramax president steps down
An Athiest's Guide to "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"
An Athiest's Guide to "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"
blog.brightlightsfilm.com — When you believe in things you don’t understand, you suffer. –Stevie Wonder In 1949 Walt Disney Studios produced the last, and arguably the best, of their “package” films – barely-feature length vignette collections made on reduced budgets during ... An Athiest's Guide to "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"
Ross shuffles Disney execs
Ross shuffles Disney execs
variety.com — Restructuring hits marketing, distribution, operations Rich Ross' new team is taking shape at Disney. A month after taking the reins as chairman of the Walt Disney Studios, Ross on Wednesday unveiled an overhaul of the company's marketing, ... Ross shuffles Disney execs
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