Haunted Mansion Director Justin Simien Spills the Ghostly Guts on Honoring the Ride, the Cast, and New Orleans
Well, well, well, what do we have here? A conversation with Haunted Mansion Director Justin Simien, that’s what! And boy, does he have some spooky secrets to share about the upcoming Disney flick. So, grab your popcorn, your nightlight, and your sense of humor, because we’re about to dive into the spectral world of the Haunted Mansion.
Respecting the Ride
First things first, let’s talk about the ride. Yes, the Haunted Mansion ride at Disneyland, the one that’s been scaring the Mickey Mouse ears off kids since 1969. Simien assures us that he’s not just going to slap a fresh coat of ectoplasm on the beloved attraction and call it a day. No, he’s committed to honoring the ride in all its ghoulish glory.
The Cast: A Ghastly Gathering
Next up, the cast. Simien has assembled a veritable who’s who of Hollywood’s finest for this spectral soiree. And he’s not just throwing them in there willy-nilly. He’s honoring the cast by ensuring each actor is perfectly suited to their role, like a ghost in a haunted house. Or a skeleton in a closet. Or a… well, you get the idea.
New Orleans: The Big Uneasy
And let’s not forget about the setting. The Haunted Mansion isn’t just any old haunted house, it’s a haunted house in New Orleans. And Simien is determined to do the city justice, capturing its unique blend of charm, culture, and creepiness. So, expect plenty of jazz, jambalaya, and jump scares.
So there you have it, folks. A conversation with Haunted Mansion Director Justin Simien that’s sure to have you quaking in your boots. Or laughing in your seat. Or both. Either way, it’s going to be one hell of a ride.
“Haunted Mansion on the screen, Simien’s vision is so clean,
Honoring the ride, the cast, New Orleans scene,
Ghosts and ghouls, they’re gonna make you scream,
Disney’s Haunted Mansion, it’s the Halloween dream.”
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