Disney fans fume over 'obnoxious' park behavior as cast members admit it makes their job 'suck'

Daily Mail​

3 days ago

A fierce debate about filming at Disney World has erupted online after one streamer was called out for their 'rude' and 'obnoxious' behavior, even prompting cast members to weigh in.
A Disney guest recently took to the popular WaltDisneyWorld section of Reddit, where they shared a picture of someone holding up an array of cameras and filming equipment while walking around the park.
The unidentified man had a camera mount in both of his hands, and each one was attached to an iPhone as well as a portable charger and a slew of other wires.
He held the devices above his head, surely making it a challenge to see what was happening for those standing behind him.
'Anyone else think this is just obsessive and obscene?' the Reddit user asked about the contraption.
It sparked a heated argument about the topic, as hoards of people rushed to the comment section to share their thoughts.
Many people agreed with the poster, and one person, claiming to be a Disney Cast Member, even chimed in about their experience with people filming content at the parks.
'Being a [cast member] sucks when it comes to this,' the user admitted.
'Yes, some influencers will ask permission to film us, especially involving pin videos. However, many exploit us for content.
'People generally don't realize that performing isn't just limited to entertainment. Every [cast member] is always putting on a show.
'Disney is always watching. Hearing these influencers stretch the truth, or leave out pertinent details as a "hack" grinds my gears.'
Others shared their own experiences with people filming or holding multiple devices at the parks.
'[Something like this] was in front of us during EPCOT's fireworks show last time we went. And she kept waving it in our faces. It was rude,' one person shared.
'Absolutely. I can't stand people who regularly live stream in the parks, [to be honest],' another wrote.
'I've had multiple instances where someone wasn't paying attention to anyone around them because they were streaming and either walked into us/in front of us, or were just being loud in an area that didn't warrant it, etc. It's incredibly obnoxious, especially when they have rigs or multiple camera setups like this.'
Someone else said: 'We saw this today. Blocking off their space with all their cameras and tech and then getting mad when people move around them or get in their shot.
'I don't even mean close to show time. I mean hours and hours before the parade.'
'And incredibly annoying. Had a guy like that in front of me at fireworks one night- had to move as his lights were bright enough it actually interfered with the firework show,' read a fourth comment.
A different user admitted: 'Disney influencers like this take the magic out of visiting the parks. Disney World is a place to escape the world and enter one of whimsy and fantasy.'
They added: 'Disney really needs to start limiting the kind of filming equipment people can bring into the parks.
'I've seen people with tripods setting up shots as if they were filming a movie and acting like they can direct people to stay out of their shots, like they are filming an episode of Modern Family or Full House.
'I know not all Disney bloggers are like this, but there are a lot of them who think they can get away with it since they are comp'd by Disney to shill for them.'
Someone else shared: 'The YouTubers are getting out of control. Almost all of them are extremely rude.'
Other comments read: 'I think obsessive is even more appropriate, that's insanity,' 'Obnoxious,' and, 'This shouldn't be allowed.'
A few people wondered why the man's mounts were allowed, given that Disney has a rule about selfie sticks.
'How is this allowed, but selfie sticks are not? If anything, I blame Disney for the inconsistency,' one person wondered.
'They don't allow selfie sticks, but this rig is OK?' someone else questioned.
Disney World explained the rules on its website, writing: 'Selfie sticks, hand-held extension poles for cameras or mobile devices, flags and banners are not allowed in any theme park or water park.'
It added: 'Tripods or monopod stands that cannot fit inside a standard backpack or that extend over 6' (182 cm) are not allowed in theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs, or ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.'