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Disney Shares First Look at Grand Canyon Filming for Limited-Time “Soarin’ Across America” Coming to EPCOT
Disney is giving fans a sky-high sneak peek at the filming process for Soarin’ Across America, the limited-time update coming to EPCOT and Disney California Adventure as part of the United States’ 250th anniversary celebration.
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Newly released behind-the-scenes photos from Walt Disney Imagineering show crews capturing sweeping aerial footage through the towering rock formations of the Grand Canyon. One image shows the view from inside a helicopter cockpit as cameras point out over the dramatic canyon landscape, while another captures the aircraft weaving between the canyon walls to get those signature soaring shots.
Imagineers used a mix of high-tech tools to bring the new adventure to life, including satellite mapping, aerial path modeling, specialized helicopter rigs, heavy-lift drones, and a variety of cinematic camera lenses. The goal was to capture America’s landscapes and cityscapes in the same immersive style that made the original Soarin’ attraction a fan favorite.
Like previous versions of the attraction, Soarin’ Across America will pair breathtaking visuals with a custom musical score and signature scents that match each scene, making guests feel like they are truly gliding across the country.
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The limited-time film will debut at EPCOT on May 26, just after Memorial Day, before arriving at Disney California Adventure on July 2 in time for Independence Day celebrations. Disney also released a teaser featuring everyone’s favorite Soarin’ flight attendant, Patrick Warburton, welcoming guests aboard once again.
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