Walt Disney Presents: “EPCOT“ (1080P) ||w i d e s c r e e n||

Walt Disney, founder of The Walt Disney Company and creator of Disneyland, had a dream of building a new kind of city that would showcase the latest innovations in technology, urban planning, and social organization. He called it EPCOT, which stood for Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow. EPCOT was not meant to be just another theme park, but a living and working city that would serve as a model for the future. To present his vision of EPCOT to the public and potential investors, Disney filmed a short featurette in late 1966, just a few weeks before his death. The film, known as the “EPCOT/Florida Film”, was a 24-minute preview of the plans for the Florida Project, which included the Walt Disney World Resort and EPCOT. The film was narrated by Disney himself, who used models, concept art, and animation to explain the details and goals of his ambitious project. The film was intended to be shown only to limited groups of media and interest groups in 1967, as part of a promotional campaign to secure funding and support for the development of EPCOT. However, after Disney’s death, his successors decided to abandon the original concept of EPCOT as a city and focus on building the theme park instead. The film was largely forgotten and rarely shown to the public until it was released as a special feature on standard DVD in the 2000s. The film is divided into four parts: an introduction about Disneyland and its success, a presentation of the Walt Disney World Resort and its attractions, a description of EPCOT and its features, and a conclusion about the legacy and vision of Walt Disney. The film reveals some of the innovative ideas that Disney had for EPCOT, such as: • A climate-controlled dome that would cover the entire city center and protect it from rain, heat, cold, and humidity. • A pedestrian-only zone where people could walk and browse without fear of motorized vehicles. Only electric-powered vehicles would travel above the streets on monorails and people movers. • A radial layout that would divide the city into sectors based on function and density. The city center would contain the commercial, cultural, and entertainment facilities, while the residential areas would radiate outward in concentric circles. • A green belt that would surround the city and provide recreational and agricultural space. The green belt would also house an airport, an industrial park, and a university. • A modular design that would allow for easy expansion and adaptation of the city. The buildings would be constructed with standardized parts that could be replaced or updated as needed. The film also emphasizes the social and educational aspects of EPCOT, such as: • A diverse and dynamic population that would include people from different backgrounds, cultures, and professions. The residents would be selected based on their willingness to participate in the experiment and contribute to the community. • A continuous learning environment that would offer opportunities for lifelong education and research. The residents would have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, such as libraries, laboratories, studios, and workshops. • A collaborative spirit that would foster innovation and creativity. The residents would work together with experts from various fields to solve problems and improve the quality of life. The city would also invite visitors from around the world to share their ideas and experiences. The film concludes with a tribute to Walt Disney’s vision and optimism. He states that EPCOT is not just a dream, but a realistic plan that can be achieved with hard work and cooperation. He expresses his hope that EPCOT will inspire people to imagine new possibilities for the future and make them come true. The film is a remarkable document that showcases Walt Disney’s visionary ideas for a futuristic city. It also reflects his passion for innovation, education, and social progress. Although EPCOT was never realized as he envisioned it, his legacy lives on in the theme park that bears its name and in the minds and hearts of millions who share his dream.