MiB Store Themeing?

[Licciardi]

Last time I went to Universal, granted it was a year or so ago, I noticed that as you exit the MIB ride to look at your pictures, theres a big concrete ramp to an empty concrete area with pictures on one wall and an entrance to the shop on another. I seem to remember it being that was for quite some time and I was wondering if there's any reason for them not theming that? Also does anyone have some pictures of that area to kind of refresh people?


EDIT: I'd also like to add that the rest of the area seems lightly themed. I think they could do a much better job themeing this area if they took a second look at it!
Don't get me wrong though, the ride is themed perfectly, I just wish it didn't seem so empty on the express lines when I go in Novembers! haha

 

[Friar Tuck & Roll]

The exit ramp is what I think your talking about. One of the possible reasons that that area was less themed than the rest of the building is that originally this was outdoors where you could take a brief right and get right back on the ride. It has been enclosed to expand the gift shop and probably to control some crowd flow issues.

 

[Licciardi]

Hmm, I suppose this makes sense but you would think they would actually theme it a little other than just leaving it as a big open concrete room haha
unless of course they've added more since I've seen it!

 

[Shadow Carelli]

There are some plants in some rocks in a little area I believe.

 

[Licciardi]

I'd love to see a picture if someone would be kind enough to take one on their next visit! :smiley:
I realize it's very minor but it just seems weird to me! haha

 

[Cliff]

I feel bad for the TMs working there as they listened to Will Smith's MIB music 50x a day Like the song but yeah lol

 

[Licciardi]

Haha I never thought of that... I always enjoyed hearing the music walking down the exit ramp but man I'm sure that would get on my nerves after a shift there

 

[BJCool]

I think its fine. MiB's production design/aesthetic is that of fun sci-fi, government facilities, minimalism, sleek colors and clean lines. It really isn't that important of an area anyway, as it is just the passthrough area until the gift shop, which is "well themed".

Photos from Orlando Informer....

The area in question can also be seen at the 8:00 mark in the video below.....

[video=youtube;fU0Xbj-85HE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fU0Xbj-85HE[/video]

 

[shiekra38]

Off topic, but I wonder how well MIB merch sells in the store...and why we don't have an MIB novelty drink yet haha

 

[Cliff]

They could update the attraction, like replace the huge oval moniter with an updated screen from the 3rd film (via hologram from Potter and Disaster!), display the new Ford Taurus MIB cruiser up front and for the songs about switching between 3 movie soundtracks like Pitbull's "Back in Time" along with Danny Elfmen MIB scores. The ride should remain the same.

Or as Boris the Animal would say...Let's agree to disagree.

 

[quickfire609]

I didn't see the third film, but that oval screen is incredibly iconic with the franchise.

 

[Spideyfreak]

the theme for the exterior is "modern World's Fair." Looks pretty World's Fairish to me.

 

[jh32488]

Off topic, but I wonder how well MIB merch sells in the store...and why we don't have an MIB novelty drink yet haha

You can get a "Rum Neuralyser" in finnegans. Haha. The description: No flash of light will make you forget this fruity blend of Light Rum, Dark Rum, Blackberry and Banana Liqueur, all mixed together in a variety of juices.

 

[Cruiseshipfan]

They could update the attraction, like replace the huge oval moniter with an updated screen from the 3rd film (via hologram from Potter and Disaster!), display the new Ford Taurus MIB cruiser up front and for the songs about switching between 3 movie soundtracks like Pitbull's "Back in Time" along with Danny Elfmen MIB scores. The ride should remain the same.

Or as Boris the Animal would say...Let's agree to disagree.

Oh god no, they need to keep that far away from the ride. Its a horrible song and doesn't work at all. Also the song has nothing to do with the movie apart from the fact it uses key word. Hence they should of got Will Smith to do it since he can be told the story and he actually has talent. Also keeping with tradition, instead of getting an artist who your Daughter like to do it.

 

[Licciardi]

Oh god no, they need to keep that far away from the ride. Its a horrible song and doesn't work at all. Also the song has nothing to do with the movie apart from the fact it uses key word. Hence they should of got Will Smith to do it since he can be told the story and he actually has talent. Also keeping with tradition, instead of getting an artist who your Daughter like to do it.

Eh, I think it would be a good song to just add to the mix... It's got a fun vibe to it that would really give the area a bit of a spark

 

[Stagefrenzy]

Off topic, but I wonder how well MIB merch sells in the store...and why we don't have an MIB novelty drink yet haha

maybe an apple glowing drink

 

[shiekra38]

maybe an apple glowing drink

It would be nice if they tore out the Coca-Cola mister thing (which is a huge waste of water and probably money) and put in a small MIB themed refreshment area where they could serve said sour apple drink..
I'm still holding out for a World Expo/Sci-Fi City expansion...but back on topic

 

[jh32488]

It would be nice if they tore out the Coca-Cola mister thing (which is a huge waste of water and probably money) and put in a small MIB themed refreshment area where they could serve said sour apple drink..
I'm still holding out for a World Expo/Sci-Fi City expansion...but back on topic

huge waste of water? it mists less than the ones by animal actors. and its awesome on a hot day.

 

[Felipe]

It would be nice if they tore out the Coca-Cola mister thing (which is a huge waste of water and probably money) and put in a small MIB themed refreshment area where they could serve said sour apple drink..
I'm still holding out for a World Expo/Sci-Fi City expansion...but back on topic

They already have a refreshment area, Cold Drinks, right in front of the MiB Gear Shop :thumbs:
Maybe they can add a fun themed drink to their menu. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic varieties appreciated

 

[shiekra38]

They already have a refreshment area, Cold Drinks, right in front of the MiB Gear Shop :thumbs:
Maybe they can add a fun themed drink to their menu. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic varieties appreciated

Gone to Universal hundreds of times and never saw that..how embarrassing..