Yosemite and Yellowstone are two of the most notable national parks in the U.S. and that’s exactly where Art Director Toby Wilson, drew the inspiration for Piston Peak National Park. When we had a chance to sit down and really learn about how they research for a movie. Toby started his research with a trip to Yosemite with his parents. What better way than being right there in the middle of all that beauty!! As he traveled to research, that is how Piston Peak National Park came to be.
Piston Peak National Park is the beautiful backdrop you will get to know when you check out Planes: Fire and Rescue! The landscape and scenery throughout the movie, take you through beautiful scenery, that make you feel like you are right there in Piston Peak National Park!
Most of Planes: Fire and Rescue takes place in Piston Peak National Park, and when you see the movie you will understand why. The beauty of Piston Peak is amazing. Months and months of planning went into making sure everything from Upper White Wall Falls to Rail Ridge had a touch of reality with a mix of Disney magic thrown in. My favorite part was seeing the things like the train, the pistons, and the thunderbolts built right into the scenery.
Even things like “wild” animals were made part of this movie, with an auto or air vehicle theme of course! As we took our art director tour of Piston Peak National Park, I was so enthralled with everything. The trees, the lodge, the droplets of water, so many small details, you may not realize…until now, because now you know to look for them. The rooms in the lodge were based on the Old Faithful Inn. There really was no detail overlooked in the making of Planes:Fire and Rescue and the Piston Peaks National Park!
Are you ready to go on your own tour or Piston Peak? Then head to theaters to see Planes: Fire and Rescue and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for all those hidden gems, there are some pretty awesome ones throughout the movie!
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My kids are dying to see this movie! I think we might go this weekend.
I bet it was a lot of fun creating that – I love that he went to the National park to get inspired. I can not wait to see the movie.
Looks really good.My kids will love this movie .
Hoping to take son this weekend to see this movie it looks so cute.
I actually watched that movie and one thing we all agreed on were the beautiful views and how fantastic the animation was. It was so realistic. Great movie. I would love to visit yosemite too.
Okay that looks amazing. I know that my son would love that. I am sure we will be seeing the move soon.
It’s interesting to see how they create Animated movies. They really go out of their way to make it realistic yet enchanting as possible. This movie isn’t out as yet in Trinidad (maybe tomorrow?), but when it is here, I am definitely going to check it out.
the details in the film are amazing. so wonderful to take inspiration from nature and something so ours
Now that looks like a beautiful place to visit. Love the photos.
Wow what a beautiful looking places – that is just some breathtaking views. x
wow. That sounds great. I like seeing what is hidden in nature.
This place looks really cool! I love to get out and explore new outdoorsy places.
How cool, my boys would love to see the new movie. I love learning about what goes into the making of the movies.
My guys would love to see this movie as well. I think the landscaping is so beautiful.
I am so excited to see the movie and I love national parks. Camping, hiking, and exploring nature!
MY kids want to see this movie. I love the behind the scenes story with how the backdrop is.
My girls want to see this movie. Hopefully we will be able to catch up to it in a few days.
This looks like a wonderful kids movie. I know my nephew has been talking about it and wanting to see it. I have been to both Yellowstone and Yosemite and they are majestic for sure. I am sure this movie will be too.
Gah, we have already seen it. It was a good movie though. 🙂
What an AMAZING trip. I would love to visit this park!
My Kids are looking forward to watching this movie, It sounds and looks interesting, I’m looking forward to it as well.
That looks soo nice and relaxing! What beautiful scenery!
I was reading the title and kept thinking “Hmm I know this from somewhere” lol Disney!
This looks like a beautiful place to visit. I can imagine you made some wonderful memories there.