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. ''Reflections of China'' updated '' Wonders of China'', a similar movie. ''Reflections of China'' will be replaced by a new film, ''Wondrous China'', which was originally set to open in 2021, as part of Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary celebration.https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/new-details-shared-on-highly-anticipated-experiences-coming-to-walt-disney-world-resort/ Disney Parks Blog accessed 10/8/2019 However, it was delayed to 2023, since the opening date was postponed indefinitely following the closure of the park due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


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Walt Disney World Resort - ''Reflections of China''
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