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Here's a photograph taken around 1992 at Universal Studios Hollywood, showing the Moulin Rouge along the Streets of the World.

One interesting detail is that the windmill blades were still attached to the building.

You can also see the surrounding European-inspired storefronts and architecture that helped give this area its distinctive atmosphere.

I'm sharing this as part of my ongoing efforts to document and preserve Universal Studios Hollywood's history through the Cow Missing Archive.

Does anyone remember this area or know approximately when the windmill blades were removed?

More history: https://cowmissing.com

Caught this great frame from the preshow safety film for Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland.

Sallah is enthusiastically demonstrating the wonders of the seat belt, while her expression seems to say, “I’m suddenly having second thoughts about this expedition.”

It’s such a small thing, but this old-school safety film has so much personality. Even the instructions became part of the attraction’s storytelling.

Buckle up, secure your earthly treasures and, of course, don’t look into the eyes of Mara. 👀

Anyone else able to hear Sallah’s voice just from looking at this photo?

Purchased online, 8mm home movie, owner unknown.

I wanted to share this because I think it’s worth recognizing Universal Studios for meeting directly with members of the surrounding community regarding concerns about Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.

The meeting took place at the end of September and included discussion about the new attraction, sound mitigation, and how the coaster is affecting nearby communities.

Whatever your opinion on the noise concerns, communication between Universal and its neighbors is a good thing. Universal Studios Hollywood will continue to grow and evolve, but maintaining a good relationship with the surrounding community is important as well.

Hopefully both sides were heard, and the meeting produced something productive.

October felt like a good time to revisit Universal’s House of Horrors.

These photographs show the entrance and some of the interior scenery. The work lights and equipment give a different view of spaces many of us remember walking through in the dark.

Did you ever go through it? Which room or scare do you remember most, and were you the person leading the group or hiding behind everyone else?

I run the Cow Missing Archive, where we bring together theme park photographs, videos, and historical material. There are more House of Horrors photos and videos here if you’d like to explore: https://www.cowmissing.com/archives/house-of-horrors/