Disney park’s ‘Guardians’ is wild ride
Associated Press
ANAHEIM, Calif.
Stepping inside Disney’s latest theme park attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission BREAKOUT!, is like being thrust into one of blockbuster films’ pulsating, action-packed trailers.
Music blares throughout the tower drop ride as guests are treated to a visual feast of images from the “Guardians” universe, as well as cameos by series stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana and others.
The motion of the ride, set primarily in a prison tower elevator, depends on which of six songs from the ’60s, ’70s and early ’80s is playing. That variety is what Disney is hoping will keep guests returning multiple times.
The attraction, Disney’s first based on its slate of Marvel films, debuted Thursday night for journalists and VIPs at an elaborate grand opening. The ride at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim opens to the public today.
An 8-foot gilded statue of Benicio Del Toro’s flamboyantly-dressed character The Collector greets visitors.
The attraction is in a 183-foot tower that’s been transformed into a prison where Guardians characters are held by The Collector.