![]() ![]() But at the end of the day, if I ever want to see The Lion King again, I'm going to watch the original. I ultimately give it a moderately positive review because…damnit it's still The Lion King, and yeah there were enough things it did right. It's these narrative moments that make the film work. Yes the visuals are nice, but the animals don't show the personality like they did in the animation because Lions can't cry/smile/laugh in real life so what were left with is a really pretty Disney Nature CGI-fest. It's expansions like this where the film does its own thing where it really shines. I also liked how their home is inhabited by other animals and it shows how Simba became part of that community in his exile. They even have a new philosophy and debate on Hakuna Matata versus Circle of Life that's actually genuinely interesting. They were allowed to improvise and give their own spin with new lines and humor. Insulted, Mufasa meets his brother's eyes, clearly stating that the Simba is his son and the future king. They're essentially the same sort of characters, but Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen bring their own personality to them. Zazu points out that Scar should've been first in line at the ceremony, and Scar snaps his teeth at the bird, pointing out that before Simba was born, he had been first in line. A lots been made of Timon and Pumbaa in this movie, and rightfully so, they're one of the few things that is expanded and made to live on their own. However, when it's doing it's own thing, it actually kinda' works. It begins in Scar’s ( Jeremy Irons) cave, the villain asking Zazu (Rowan Atkinson) why he is not beloved in the kingdom, to which his majordomo says it is because, unlike his brother, Mufasa (. It was different artists with different visions. It lives under the shadow of the original often doing things because "the original did it" without really seeming to have an understanding of why that worked in the original. That's this films biggest flaw, and it really did bother me. Together, Mufasa and Scar rushed to the gorge, and Zazu flew ahead to find Simba. Meanwhile, Scar feigned panic and informed Mufasa and Zazu that Simba was in the path of the stampeding wildebeests. Once Scar was clear of the gorge, the hyenas started a wildebeest stampede. Look I'm not saying it needs to be a shot for shot remake, but if you are going to go through the effort of doing the exact same scenes, either do them better, or do them at least as good, don't just rush through them to check off a box. Scar prepares to throw Mufasa to his death. Here, he just kinda looks at it, sniffles a bit, and the scene moves on. I remember in the original there was time dwelling on Simba looking at the body and begging for Mufasa to get up. Most notably, Mufasa's death scene (spoiler's I guess) feels weirdly rushed. The weird thing is despite being longer a lot of times it feels like it's rushing through the beats of the original. Really, there is a lot to admire about the movie, but still it can't escape the shadow of the original. Rating: PG (Sequences of Violence|Peril|Some Thematic Elements) Now, with help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba must figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. The battle for Pride Rock is soon ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. Scar, Mufasa's brother - and former heir to the throne - has plans of his own. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Promise me you'll never visit that dreadful place.Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny on the plains of Africa. Well I supposed you'd have found out sooner or later. I'm only looking out for the wellbeing of my favorite nephew.” “Well forgive me for not leaping for joy. But when it comes to brute strength, I'm afraid I'm at the shallow end of the gene pool.” Well, as far as brains go, I got the lion's share. Perhaps you shouldn't turn your back on me.” “Well I was first in line, until the little hairball was born.” “Why, if it isn't my big brother descending from on high to mingle with the commoners.” “Now look, Zazu, you've made me lose my lunch.” And you shall never see the light of another day.” “Life's not fair, is it? You see I, I shall never be king. Scar wants Zazu to sing a song with a little bounce in it but whatever Zazu sings, Scar declines Will Zazu get a song just right for scar, or will he be lun. Read these Scar quotes and see if you agree. Allers and Minkoff introduce five deleted and alternate scenes: 'Zazu Flatters Mufasa,' 'King of the Wild,' 'Scar Wants Nala As His Queen,' 'Simba and Nala R. He is probably one of the wittiest animals in all the Pride Lands. And yet, we still find him wildly hilarious. If you watched The Lion King on repeat as a kid, you’ll probably agree that Scar is one of the most downright wicked Disney Villains ever. ![]()
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