theres many reviews of this movie but their so spread out along this forum its difficult to find other peoples opinion on the movie. and i done a search for a so - Review like topic and found nothing. if im wrong then im sorry
But moving on! I watched this movie last night and remembered why i loved this film so much, So much so i didn't even consider re-watching it after a balto/lion king review when i choose Balto as the best. I now reconsider that this movie was so great that i couldn't decide which of the two i love more. so i putting up this review to my thoughts on the movie i saw last night for the 100th time. it taken me 100 watches to notice the greatness in this Disney classic.
Il post my review in a few sentences but i want to mention that this is NOT only for my view. i Want any of you lion king fans to review your thoughts to. And If you cant think of much to say.. Re watch the movie and if your like me the words be stuck in your mind till you can express them with your typing. And if any (Or if there is any..) People who has not seen the movie but scouting to see if its worth a watch. Leave now and watch it, There be spoilers in these reviews and honestly you must watch this movie. Who wouldn't? And as i said you already seen this movie. See it again! So il start up my review and one quick rule..
DO NOT Post a Simple post like "This movie is great" Cause thats just spam.. I and im sure others will want a detailed thought on this movie. you can comment other peoples review but dont make it a few words. express your thoughts to others and their reviews. or your own! Now Warning. this would seem like a story telling/Review ^^ When i start typing i wont stop
Ok well now i got all that out the way i was looking through my library of films to watch tonight. And i kept landing on lion king unsure if i should re watch. but of course i ain't seen the movie in a while as i kept away from rewatching constantly (Which makes me dislike films if i watch way to much). And so i gave up. it was like 1am and everyone was in bed. lights out and just me and my pillows and the tv. and this is one of my favorite positions cause it keeps my mind stuck on the film to enjoy it more. So easily i was so caught up in the first song (Circle of Life) i was humming along to it
And then in a long while after the first moments of seeing the lions i liked Mufassa and Sarabi a lot more.. its odd how i realize this so early but i never give them two credit.
But moving on i was always a Scar fan but watching this again i loved him even more, i Rarely love villains but Scar is always a Good one to me. Jeremy irons really captures the Great and Evily voice style of Scar and is the first voice actor i have mentioned and remember. Scar was and will always be my favorite character from just the first few scenes with him. Even Managing a decent villain song (Be Prepared). But im trailing away from the story. Simba wasnt much of a favorite to me, He aint the type of character i could like, Not as much as Scar anyway.. Moving on so i really felt relaxed through the beginning of the movie. starting up to a nice song then to a calm story start and a little comedy with Simba waking up his dad.
I love the relationship you find between these two characters. Father and Son moments always seem odd to me in other movies but this one touches my heart. Moving onto the next short-song with Zazu Giving the morning report. Honestly the first time i saw this i wasn't happy. but i was pleased to see it lighten up with alittle comedy pouncing with Simba and Mufassa teaching him to pounce on Zazu which was a laugh.
Now onto the next main scenes with Simba and Scar. Scar Making a funny joke which always makes me smile.
Simba: If im king. what would that make you?
Scar: A monkeys uncle..
Cant get enough of that, but as evil as Scar is he leads Simba to believe theres a special place to go to in a elephant graveyard, Acting like a good uncle but plotting a evil plan to get rid of the annoying Cub who stands between Scar and King.
Bringing another of the few Scenes you would see Sarabi and The only scene i know of which shows Sarafina, Which after i looked around these two were the favorites of the movie.. Is it the rare cast who always seem most popular? xD Anywho i liked this scene and especially Sarabi and her small scene with Simba and Nala. Seeming like the Coooooool Mother who talks smooothly. its the little things that make this a good movie ^^.
Zazu is one of my least favorite characters in this movie as he just a annoying bird, Hes needed but hes the one who annoys me mostly in scenes except one which i do like but i tell that when i get to the scene. Im going to shorten this as i writing up some sort of book
So the first scenes with Shenzi,Ed and Banzai. I love these three characters they are the comedy and supporting villains who aid Scar. And i couldnt think of a better triple threat then these three funny Hyenas.
Moving further on to the stampede. Never in the 100 views of the movie have i got upset at Mufassa's Death. i was spoiled of this before i watched the movie so it wasn't intended. but like i said before i now noticed the close bond of Simba and his father. I really got a tear in my eye on the death O.o Which is odd as i never cried in the many times watching this. but i know its a depressing scene so no one shall blame me
So after this moment showing How evil and cruel Scar is, doesn't stop me from liking how evil this character is =P And as i hear its one of the few Disney villains who kill off a main character, So thats impressive.
Hakuna Matata! This was a entertaining song and why not? its that catchy! i bet theres no one alive who cant help but hum or whisper or even think "Hakuna Matata!" I was singing this xD And im not ashamed
But i dont much like timon and Pumba as they are alittle annoying and just take up time, they are the comedy in the movie though, they really mixed up the movies choice of style. Musical/Comedy/Drama/Romance And more. But thats why this movie is so good. it fits so many styles that its a good overall movie, fun for any age!
Now this was a scene when i liked Zazu a little more, him just singing a sad and depressing song to scar.. joy.. then Scar tells him to sing something more 'bouncy' And he sings Its a small world XD Whats funny is Scar (Much like me) Really hates that song xD So funny as the song is made by Disney and even they dislike it xD
Simba is now a adult and i dislike this early stage of him being in in his Hakuna Matata state, Just dont act like the hero he was ment to be. But after he found Nala who opened his mind to his past and upsetting him, Guided by Rafiki to show him the epic (not most epic) scene with Simba seeing his father in the sky who convinces Simba to return home. THIS is when i started to love simba as he becomes much better of a hero character. And having the one scene Where i always giggle at. Coming back to his homeland with the gang, Finding all the hyenas invading his land. And the oh so funny moment
Timon: Hyenas.. i haaate hyenas.. So whats your plan geting past those guys?
Simba: Live bait
Timon: good ide- heeeey!
Simba: Come on timon you guys got to create a distraction
Timon: What you want me dress up and Do the hula? *Few moments later he is*
(By the by i didnt hear the EXACT words he said but im close right?)
that moment always makes me laugh
and any who back to the plot with Simba alone finding Scar talking to Sarabi (Yay love sarabi) This is where Scar got annoying, He wasn't as powerful in tone and acting, Acting like a spoiled king who gets what he wants and does what he wants. ending up Slapping (Or slashing.. both look same) Sarabi which did not please Simba or I. this was a very good scene to me on Simba Vs Scar the first little fight of who killed Mufassa and starting the Big fight between hyena and Lion. Moving onto the end (Yes nearly the end of my long review) the final fight between Simba and Scar. This was a epic fight between these two characters. Yet i still find it funny how Simba just stands there almost smiling... Then gets slapped. It always looked funky to me, But beside the point Scar launches and Simba kicks him off the cliff to get killed by hyenas.. :'( Il miss you Scar
Now the most epic scene which always gives me a nostalgia moment. The fire is out and the rain is still pouring. the lionesses and friends all gather around their new king. Who has to take his place on pride rock to show hes the new king. The walk up the rock was very brilliant and epic. and the music is always your best friend when it comes to epic moments. And Ending with Mufassa 'Remember..' And the Roar. this movie is just fantastic. Sums it all up with that roar.
I love this movie as you can tell and it makes me feel better i can just type it all out to you other fans. I missed a few scenes but i didnt want to tell the every moment of the movie in one topic. I hope you enjoyed this review
Remember! This isnt just for me. I want any of you to Review with me! i would love to hear your thoughts on this movie and If you cant think much, do what i did and Rewatch! And if you want to try my way.watch at night time alone in the dark when its just you and the tv. So please reply you can just comment on mine and other reviews or you can review yourself. or do both!
And i end with this.. NO SHORT REPLYS. Any will be PM for warning and if not changed it be reported for spam. Take your time and discuss your true thoughts. They dont have to be as long as mine but make it worthy. 3 or more sentences would be nice but dont do one liners..
Ok Thank you for reading ^^
Edit: I just realised something i forgot to post about. The animation is incredible on this movie! its a classic and its brilliant
no new movie can top how good this movie is in animation (for its time) and this is why i dont render over lion king. ITS to good to render over xD i feel like the animation is that decent that Renders will stick out to look fake. Balto is a great film to but you can almost mix renders within their backgrounds and people wont notice =p Both films are great but i think Lionking is best in animation
