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EPISODE · Apr 19, 2023 · 20 MIN

Episode 142: Tron (1982)

from The Hyperion Hub · host John Alois

This week, we enter the grid! Coming out of the 1970s Disney was experiencing its the first full decade without Walt and the company was trying to forge a new path. It was looking to appeal to wider audiences. In some regards that meant capitalizing on the science fiction craze following Star Wars. They wanted to create more dramatic films while maintaining Disney magic through the use of cutting edge technology. We’ll take look at their experimental film called, Tron. Plus Disney CEO Bob is honored by Time magazine! We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at [email protected]. Find us on social media on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter @HubHyperion. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries.  facebook.com/The-Hyperion-Hub-103502041266061/

This week, we enter the grid! Coming out of the 1970s Disney was experiencing its the first full decade without Walt and the company was trying to forge a new path. It was looking to appeal to wider audiences. In some regards that meant capitalizing on the science fiction craze following Star Wars. They wanted to create more dramatic films while maintaining Disney magic through the use of cutting edge technology. We’ll take look at their experimental film called, Tron. Plus Disney CEO Bob is honored by Time magazine! We'd love to hear from you! You can email or send us a recorded audio message at [email protected]. Find us on social media on Facebook, Instagram and on Twitter @HubHyperion. The Hyperion Hub is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its subsidiaries.  facebook.com/The-Hyperion-Hub-103502041266061/

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