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[Beast]

Universal's Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories
Grand Opening May 8
Relive Universal Pictures' most beloved films during this multi-media nighttime show that projects legendary movie clips onto cutting-edge waterfall screens. Narrated by award-winning actor Morgan Freeman, the experience will take you on a journey through epic cinematic moments filled with heroes, horror, laughter, good, evil and triumph.

A rough UCS/360 Comparison because we all know someone was going to do it anyway.

Spoiler

The other night was an unscheduled /last minute preview of the new lagoon show. This new show shares many of the same points as the previous 360 show that many will want to discuss. UCS though has a different approach than 360 and is very much its own show. I think this show succeeds where 360 had failed.

Remember 360 spheres lacked in their own concept, not a true 360 degree video, for it had an ugly seam, and the video was stretched or bulged on the curves of the sphere. The larger water-screens are far more impressive. This time the bases are themed to include a UNIVERSAL stylized theme, instead of just the plain black decking. An added feature of the dancing droplets that create different designs during the presentation are quite interesting.

360 also had a secondary focal point of the building projections. The building projections are quite massive and full of visuals which sometimes was distracting from the main spheres. UCS has toned down the building projections to be a bit softer and more background, keeping your eyes towards the water-screen.

Removed were the lagoon floating fireworks and above lasers which I don't think really fit well into 360. The UCS Fountains were a great addition because they continuously fill in the empty visual space between the water-screen and building projections. They also complement the movie clips with an array of colorful visuals, but without detracting from the main focal point.

A few other things quick because im tired of reading my own post....
The narration creates a sense of direction that 360 lacked.
The musical score is more emotional and fitting for the theme.
The movie clips have a better pacing.
Oh, and there are fireworks in the sky still, just more.

Overall UCS just has a finished/ complete feeling that 360 never had.

360 TwoThumbs Down.
UCS Two Thumbs Up.

[darkdelusions]

I watched the video that been floating around and I have to say well its an improvement over 360 (anything was) they could have done so much more and made it more engaging.

To me it really felt like 360 2.0

[jack17]

I actually witnessed this show. They did a soft opening about 2 nights ago. absolutely amazing

[BunnyMan]

I was really pleased with this show. I mean it's a lagoon show so I probably won't watch it again. But it was cool to watch and I love the water effects.

[Lizz]

I watched the video that been floating around and I have to say well its an improvement over 360 (anything was) they could have done so much more and made it more engaging.

To me it really felt like 360 2.0

This is a show that needs to be experienced in person. I watched the videos before arriving to Florida. Thought it was neat, but wasn't super excited.

Saw the show last night... holy cow, I was blown away. I want to go see it again tonight! It was just... awesome. The music, the water, the projections, the fireworks! Just absolutely stunning and beautifully done. I hope I get to see it many more times! I filmed some bits and pieces, but you just can't get the feel without being there. A++ to the team who created it. I am in love!

[darkdelusions]

Unfortunately I will not be able to experience the show in person. The next time I will be in the park will be for HHN in October and the show will be dark (Unless I catch it on the 10th)

[Beast]

Unfortunately I will not be able to experience the show in person. The next time I will be in the park will be for HHN in October and the show will be dark (Unless I catch it on the 10th)

Dont be so sure the show will be "dark" for hhn.

[keeper]

An Orlando Sentinal piece listed "dark" nights for the show thru November and not a single HHN date was listed. I assumed it was just bad reporting. It would make no sense to play this during HHN unless there was a different version created for the event (crosses fingers)

[Beast]

finger.

My favorite is the red slow no wake.

[josh "bobo" M]

Finally saw this show Sunday... I loved it... My kids loved it... The only thing that can be changed is the angle the "screens" are... if you are viewing from an angle you will see both projections and not enjoy the show itself look at which ever screen is facing you.