Colse35 Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 (edited) Hi my name is Jake P. I live about 30 minutes out of Hollywood. Warner Bros. Movie World America just opened up a few miles away from the Warner Studios, making it my new home park. I can't wait to show you this brand new park for years to come! After the massive success of WB Movieworld in Australia, they are trying their luck in Hollywood this time. The parks are very similar by the pictures I have seen as well as having some of the same rides. So I hope you enjoy the pictures I took on my first visit. After you leave that courtyard area, the rest of the park is on the opposite side of the plaza. The next attraction is the Roxy 3D Theatre. It was really good getting some cool air in the Hollywood sun! Here we are! Main Street is beautiful! so many different shops and places to eat. right at the end of Main Street is this large open garden area. with views looking out to the Hollywood hills that surround the park. At the T-junction, if you head right you come to this little Western themed area. Which in fact is home to the icon and main drawcard of the park... I would like to present Stallion Express, The worlds fastest wooden roller coaster. Reaching speed over 67 miles in hour! The coaster sits right at the front of the park, visible to the car park. It is mammoth! The speed you get is insane as well. Definitely the stand out part of the coaster. Plunge underground then back up into a double up! Pure perfection. after some more leaps and dips the rides plunges you into this shed where you do a crazy double helix in pitch black darkness, this ride just gets better and better. After taking on the insanity that is Stallion Express, I headed to the other side of Main Street to Looney Tunes Land. The land includes; Buccaneer Bugs (Pirate Ship), Speed Gonzales Taxis (Car ride), Marvin the Martian Space Race (Flying Carpet) and Daffy Duck Dodgems' (Bumper Cars). it is a great little place for the kids to hang out. The iconic arch way which is also part of Australia's park but I think ours is much more grand. next door to Looney Tunes Land is a construction site, which has been their since opening. Judging by the size of it, I'm thinking we are going to see a new coaster in the future! After you walk through the arch you arrive in this plaza. That stage at the back is where they perform the parks main show themed to the roaring 20's. It is really good. Lets go check out the first two rides! First off is Lethal Weapon Pursuit. The queue building is amazingly themed! Some of you may know that LWP is actually relocated from Six Flags Great America, it used to be called Tidal Wave. I didn't get to ride there but it is an insanely intense coaster. The head chopper flying through the station is crazy! after Lethal Weapon we walked next door to Gremlins: The Ride. It is the exact same to the Aussie version, the only difference is the exteriors. Edited June 3, 2017 by Colse35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Very nice! I am looking forward to this! I hope you dont ever take out that Lethal Weapon Shuttle Loop it looks very good with the park! Stallion Express makes me think of Old Texas Giant! But what brand or company is that wooden coaster! I think it might be John Pierce that built the Old Rattler at SFFT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 I'm not to sure if I should put in DC characters in this park or not with Six flags MM and hour-ish away. What do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 Oh I think that would be just fine! Keep going man! /:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoasterKid211 Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 I'm not to sure if I should put in DC characters in this park or not with Six flags MM and hour-ish away. What do you think? I say go for it. I mean, if Guardians of the Galaxy is starting to make it's way over to Disney World with Universal being like fifteen minutes away... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 Only a couple weeks left of the year and WBMWAmerica just announced what is going into that construction area! Here is the press release below:  Warner Bros. Movie World America has had a massive first year of operation, but we aren't finished their because we are excited to announce that next year (1993) we will be bringing a brand new roller coaster experience! Police Academy - Stunt Drive will send riders on the wildest ride in Hollywood. The coaster model dubbed the 'Autobahn' by the manafacturer, Giovanola, is the modern take on the traditional Wild Mouse layout. Police Academy - Stunt Drive will have hairpin 180 degree turns, extreme speeds and steep drops. This roller coaster will have the whole family coming back for more!  Here is the logo that was also relieved   This sounds really exciting! I haven't really heard of Giovanola before but they also are constructing a similar ride in Germany as well. I can't wait to see the ride when I go back to Movie World next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 im excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted February 26, 2017 Share Posted February 26, 2017 Can you post a see-through-scenery for the Gremlins ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted March 18, 2017 Author Share Posted March 18, 2017 Here we are, opening day of Police Academy: Stunt Drive! Let me just say how insane this ride is, I was expecting a much more smooth and slower version of a wild mouse but it was the complete opposite. The bigger turns are taken with extreme speed then straight into a pretty steep drop, it was crazy! The coaster is rough but it is suppose to be, i hope when is grows older it doesn't become worse. Anyways lets check out the photos. SCR21.BMP Lets head on in! straight to Police Academy. SCR22.BMP The bright colours on the turns really make it pop! SCR23.BMP SCR25.BMP SCR26.BMP The brake run is inside this alleyway which is really cool! SCR28.BMP Lets head over to the first area to take a few rides on Lethal Weapon and Gremlins! SCR30.BMP I tried to get on ride photos but staff told me to put the camera away. SCR31.BMP This is still the most intense coaster in the park! SCR33.BMP And that will do us for today! Police Academy is a perfect addition to the park and will be a fan favourite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted March 18, 2017 Share Posted March 18, 2017 very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted March 26, 2017 Author Share Posted March 26, 2017 Hey guys here is a quick trip report from today! The park is looking really nice, I did quite I few rides today. Stallion Express is still kicking ass and Police Academy Coaster is really fun. The crowds were quite for the entire day, probably the extreme Californian heat. Anyways lets check out the photos! SCR34.BMP Good morning, I really love the grand scale of the entrance to Movie World! SCR35.BMP Lets head over to the Roxy Theatre first to escape the heat. SCR36.BMP It is a very fun little ride! SCR37.BMP Just the amazing views of the Hollywood hills just make this place perfect! SCR38.BMP Lets ride Stallion Express! SCR39.BMP SCR40.BMP The bottom of the first drop gives some extreme G-Forces! SCR41.BMP SCR41.BMP Before we leave the West, lets stop and have some Chicken. SCR44.BMP Of course I had to stop and ride Police Academy Coaster! The line was so long but worth it. SCR45.BMP PA Coaster feels out of control! Definitely a great addition. SCR46.BMP I completely forgot about this hidden Gem! The Bug's Buccaneer swing ride is really fun. SCR47.BMP And that wraps up another day at Movie World! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted April 11, 2017 Author Share Posted April 11, 2017 Hey guys! I reader sent in some photos of a new construction site that starts right between Police Academy and Looney Tunes land. Then the dirt continues all the way down the narrow path into a large site. I wouldn't think it would be another new coaster, It is a very large plot of land. Maybe a dark ride or a whole new precinct? But then I also got my hands on the parks new map which has the area blurred out with the words "Coming Soon" over it and at the bottom it shows the Batman logo!?!?!! We are getting something themed to Batman! SCR48.BMP SCR49.BMP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted April 12, 2017 Author Share Posted April 12, 2017 The Dark Knight has a new home at Warner Bros. Movie World America in 94'! The promo shot of Batman: The CrimeWave   For next year Movie World will be opening the gates to Gotham City. The villain's have escaped from Arkham Asylum and are taking over. Experience the thrills and fun that Batman's bad guys have to offer in the parks all new 3 year expansion. For 1994 guests will be able to help the Dark Knight himself battle some of Gotham's biggest criminals on Batman: The CrimeWave. This new thrilling experience isn't for the faint of heart. Riders will be sent flying upside down over and over while the villians surround you from every side. The combination of the Intamin Looping Starship ride system and amazing move special effects will create a one of a kind experience only at Warner Bros. Movie World America.  But that isn't all for Gotham City, 1995 will be an action packed year with more villains, more rides and more thrills. Then finally the grand finale of our trilogy expansion that will blow everyone away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 nice! i gotta see this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SixFlagsAstroworld Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 That's a very nice promotional picture! I can't wait to see more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted April 14, 2017 Author Share Posted April 14, 2017 (edited) Hey guys here is a quick construction update on Gotham City as well as Batman: The CrimeWave. I am going away for the christmas holidays so the next time you see updates will be when the new area opens! SCR50.BMP So the pathway leading up to Gotham city has begun. SCR51.BMP As well as the construction of the soundstage that Batman: The CrimeWave is going in! Edited April 14, 2017 by Colse35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted April 14, 2017 Share Posted April 14, 2017 okay im waiting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted April 25, 2017 Author Share Posted April 25, 2017 Hey guys, I just came back from the Media Day for Batman: The Crimewave, My very first time being part of the "media"! Movie World were really great this morning with the guests. But lets talk B:TC, was a cool ride! I wouldn't call it thrilling but a really spot-on family attraction. The ride is exceptionally themed from the actually ride itself to the queue to the exterior. The whole Gotham City precinct is complete (another 2 year expansion till it is done) but what the have now really blew me out of the water. The attention to detail in the buildings are amazing, which really separates this Batman attraction from Six Flags Magic Mountain's coaster. The park also gave the media the opportunity to go into the construction site of the phase 2 of Gotham! They said it is the largest in terms of construction out of the three years. I also got some great photos as well!   I have a description of what happens inside of Batman: The Crimewave if you want to give it a read but excuse my grammar, it has been a very long day.  Queue: The queue starts when riders enter through Gotham City Hall, inside it is all been abandoned. TV's still are on with the news talking about the Arkham Asylum escape is the biggest to date. The queue goes through the hallways of the city hall. Then one cycle amount of riders will move into the secret bat cave where batman is on the screen. This preshow explains that there is a major crimewave right now in the city, and Batman needs our help. The video proceeds to talk about the safety guidelines. Then the doors open up and riders sit down in the ride vehicle. Ride: The entire ride is surrounded by city buildings. Once the riders are ready the lights flicker off and the music turns up. A light shows Cat woman on top of one of the buildings looking at riders. Cat woman says, "Well well well, look what we have here. Batman has sent others to do his work, he's too scared to face me hahaha! Well then let's get this fun started!" Then the ride starts to move with just the lights in the windows on. Once the ride gets to a 90 degree swing. The penguin lights up and says "When it comes down to it, who's holding the umbrella?" Then a gunshot is heard and a burst of flames shoots up on the other side of the building. He then proceeds to say "I believe the word you're looking for is "Aaahh"!" Then he returns to the darkness. The music builds as the ride progresses to swing high and higher into 2 inversions. After the second rotation the ride pauses upside down. Mr. Freeze is on top of a roof next to a cannon. He says "It's a little hot tonight, let me cool it down for you." Then big blasts of smoke come out of the canon and the corners of the building to get everyone on the ride. Then the ride does 3 full rotations the other way. During these rotations, words such as HaHaHa! And question marks light up with sounds like "Riddle me this!", "Who is the Joker now!". Then the ride starts to slow down to a stop. Lights show batman holding Cat woman, he talks to the riders asking if they are okay and thanking them for their help. The ride then stops as the Batman theme is played and these walls rise hiding the AA characters from sight.  He is a rough idea of the rides layout SCR57.BMP Very quiet morning before park open. I collected my Media pass and headed off to the ride. SCR60.BMP Welcome to Gotham City! SCR61.BMP The detail is amazing! SCR62.BMP Inside city hall is where the Crimewave takes place SCR64.BMP Then we got our construction tour! SCR65.BMP So the first ride has been constructed, an Enterprise. A spokesperson from the park said that all off next years additions will be villain themed. So what will this one be? Hmmm SCR66.BMP This is going to be extremely detailed when it is finished! SCR67.BMP SCR68.BMP The back of the city scape SCR69.BMP Then before the park opened we jumped on Police Academy for a wild police chase! SCR72.BMP The park opened while I was walking to Stallion Express SCR73.BMP Up we go! SCR74.BMP What an insane ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historyfreak92 Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Just nice nice nice amd wow wow wow! But those darker red buildings makes think about new york city hotels and apartments! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thirstydeer Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 For a park that uses no custom archy pieces it looks quite nice, but I think adding a bit more variety would help things really stand out, like more variety in vegetation, wall types, etc. Quite intrigued about the Batman ride. Overall you've done very well with this park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted April 29, 2017 Author Share Posted April 29, 2017 Hey guys! Just had a quick afternoon trip to WBMWAmerica today. Had a few rides as well as construction update for phase two of Gotham City. Welcome to another day of movie magic! The roar of Stallion Express flying past the entrance is as impressive as always. First stop, Gremlins: The Ride. Very fun ride and great way to beat the heat. I haven't been on Lethal Weapon for a long time! Even though this coaster is old, it sure does pack a punch. And backwards! As it is already midday, I stopped at the VIP Cafe for lunch. The cafe shows a great view of the backside of the Gotham City Buildings. I haven't seen the show run this year, Hopefully it is coming back. The park was dead today so I had a quick lap on Stallion. And finally, the all new Gotham City! The ride is really well themed! And a pic of construction on phase two of Gotham from the wall next to CrimeWave This are is going to be amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted May 15, 2017 Share Posted May 15, 2017 You have skill, but the objects you're using are awful. Kudos for making them look better than they have any right to look but I'd suggest giving up on the expansion objects and using a workbench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 You have skill, but the objects you're using are awful. Kudos for making them look better than they have any right to look but I'd suggest giving up on the expansion objects and using a workbench. Â Awesome, never heard of a workbench before. Definitely will try it out in a future project . I'll stick to what I have done in this project though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colse35 Posted June 3, 2017 Author Share Posted June 3, 2017 Go deeper into Gotham City, where crime runs free! In 1995 get ready to face the dark side of Gotham, as you come face to face with two of the baddest villains alive. Be spun and twirled in the air byPoison Ivy's Twisted Steel or take on the wrath of The Penguins Revenge. That;s not all, take a break at the all new Donney's Pizzeria as well as see the evil stunt spectacular, Villains Unleashed. 1995 will open phase 2 of 3 in the Gotham Project, it's so good to be bad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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