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The
script
Backlot
Express is a counter service restaurant that recreates
the work atmosphere of the art department of a movie
studio, reflecting the relaxed work atmosphere that
reigns in the studios.
Production guide
The
areas are arranged in such a manner as to cover every
aspect of a production studio, such as the props shop
featuring sculptures, lamps and furniture, the editorial
room and the paint shop.
On
the patio, guests discover garden fountains and furniture
ready to be used on sets. The walls are covered with
lists of props written down in chalk. Certain boards
indicate that these should "returned as soon
as possible", and warn against the possible "penalties
in case of late returns", with large posters
offering descriptions of the props available so as
to help the film crew and the artists. Guests will
recognise many of the items suspended from the ceiling.
Production footnotes
Backlot Express has a capacity of 500 seated places.
Many Dinotopia props can be found on the walls
A Speeder Bikes from Star Wars Episode 6: Return of
the Jedi has been suspended on the ceiling.
Other props include miniature sets from the movie
Armageddon
History
There's also a Backlot Express restaurant at Disney-MGM
Studios using a similar theme.
A yellow Cab was added in the summer season of 2004
in front of the building.
© WDS Fans 2006
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