I have a confession to make; I kind of felt like, despite the intent on the timeline to not spoil Jim’s survival, there was a much earlier post - an interview from the late 1990s - that might have unwittingly stated that he was still kicking at that point; I don’t remember who was interviewing which person, but they said something along the lines of “we’re lucky to have Jim”, or some other line which thanks to present tense made me kind of certain he’s at least alive for a few years longer than IOTL. I didn’t say anything so as to avoid spoiling the suspense (and the possibility I had misread things), but to be honest for me it wasn’t a case of “will Jim survive 1990?” but rather, “HOW will Jim survive 1990?” Though it didn’t spoil anything regardless, there was so much to ponder on and enjoy.
Yeah, seeing how Jim survived his close brush with death was very impactful, both in terms of his own personal development and the story overall. Geekhis could've decided to ignore Jim's affliction since his death was a pretty huge fluke that could've been butterflied convincingly, but I definitely think that the timeline was better because of this event.
It actually intrigues me, at least pertaining to TLM, since IOTL it was John Musker and Ron Clements who pitched the idea for how to adapt it along with TP (unless I’m misinformed on who pitched vs. who WANTED to do it?) Guessing that it was Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s musical direction which helped drive the narrative, or at least helped it come together; I do know that’s why Ashman was asked to do BATB, as they were struggling to have it come together. But I did not know he was as essential to TLM being made when it was (don’t mistake me for underplaying his vitality to the Renaissance though, it’s not for nothing that his scores are among the most acclaimed of the era).
It's why I generally think that if TLM and BATB were adapted later for the Disney canon, they wouldn't leave the same impact that they would have OTL. They might be decent or even good as Disney movies, but it's just not the same without Ashman's contributions. I guess in that case films like Mort and Aladdin would be of greater prominence ITTL for the Disney Renaissance.
They do say the grass is greener, eh? Some folks ITTL may have conceived something similar to OTL and think it’s better than having Jim “ruin” what Disney was, but just like actually experiencing TTL for ourselves (as opposed to reading about it), they might have more perspective and appreciate the good things they do get… Except the wankers who genuinely hold to their shallow foolishness and in turn persecute anyone not fitting their narrow ideal of the perfect world.
ITTL people thinking of timelines where Michael Eisner became CEO of the Disney company? I can see that, especially if they write the same outcome of Jim leaving the company due to the conflict between him and Eisner. Still, I don't think the majority of people ITTL are gonna agree that Eisner was a great choice for the company, mainly because Jim is so much better for Walt Disney Entertainment as CCO thanks to his personality, core values, and willingness to make bold choices in expanding the company and the Disney magic.
But yeah, there's always got be some wankers and debbie downers that will hate Jim's guts because of how much he has changed the Disney company as a whole. Aside from the early progressivism and inclusivity, they might even criticize the WDSS because they're dealing with content that is not "old Disney" (family friendly content for kids), even though it's separated with the label and a R-rated rating in mind.
Here's an idea for Beauty and the Beast, let Don Bluth have it, he was already working on an adaptation of it until he learned that Disney was also doing one.
Looks like it might be too late for Bluth to continue production as Disney is still producing it. Same with TLM.
Jerry sounds a bit fun. Not exactly my cup of tea, but I'm glad that ITTL Seinfeld exists.
Yeah, that's all I have to say about this subject. Whoops
It probably depends on when in 1986 they acquired those rights. If it's before May then they probably still have them ITTL. But if it's after they most likely they don't.
Internet websites seem to be relatively murky as to when they even bought the rights in 1986. But I doubt that Constantin Film would have gunned for the film rights when Marvel is in cahoots with Disney.
Makes me hopeful that Disney-MGM could make a Fantastic Four film that doesn't suck.