D23, The Official Community for Disney Fans

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Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Just like Disney to still have absolutely no clue how to use the internet to further their brand, please their biggest fans, and yes, make money.

For them to use the word "Community" in this context is insulting, especially to those of us that have been a part of the real online Disney community, official or not.

Boo.

Well said, CP!

I may have paid (too much) money to join D23, but you're completely right. It appears that the Community's participation in D23 is a one-way street -- mostly limited to paying for the opportunity to attend paid events, or the opportunity to buy merchandise.

But at least the D23 Website is free to access and read. There are some decent articles and photos in the "Disney Archives" sections.

Those who actually paid to join D23 will have to wait and see if the potential "exclusive special events" to come are worth the cost of membership. But, yeah, it is a disappoint that Disney seemingly missed the opportunity to really connect with fans after months of intrigue and build up.