MJ5K's Review

Summary - Perfect 5.0

Yeah, remember when Disney made good movies? Remember when they were in it for the art and not for the money? Remember when they used classic 2D animation? When you look at classics like The Lion King, you can’t help but say “talk about they don’t make em like they used to.” The Lion King is a prime example of animation at its best. This and Pinocchio are my favorite Disney films(excluding Pixar). Filled with emotion and depth, The Lion King tells one of the most mesmerizing stories of all time complete with good jokes that’ll entertiain kids, sweeping animation that’ll stun adults, and beautiful songs that’ll satisfy the whole family.

The film tells the story of Simba, son of Mufasa, king of the Pride Lands. Mufasa’s brother Scar’s(one of the greatest villains of all time) jealosy of his brother and the future king leads him to kill Mufasa which causes Simba to leave the Pride Lands. Soon, Simba meets Timon and Pumbaa, who tell Simba to throw away his troubles and not to worry(or “Hakuna Matata”, as they say). However, Simba is soon reunited with a friend from his past who tells him that Scar has ruined the Pride Land. Soon, Simba learns what it truly means to be king.

The Lion King is one of the top grossing films ever and has stood the test of time. It is a classic that should be watched by children and regular fans of cinema.

Acting - Perfect 5.0

Damn, talk about an excellent cast. The cast is comprised of all household names, and each one does a splendid job. From James Earl Jones to Nathan Lane to Jeremy Irons and all the way to Whoopi Goldberg. The Lion King boasts a cast a truly talented actors who are aware of their surroundings and who know exactly what they are doing. Theres far too many of them to cover so I can’t exactly go into too much detail.

Film - Perfect 5.0

Again, the animation is superb. This is quite possibly the best animated movie I’ve ever seen.

The songs are all memorable and will stay inside your head ‘til the day you drop dead(note: Don’t take that literally, but these songs are just unforgettable).

The dialogue has a lot of depth to it and there are times where it is just so perfect. Timon and Pumbaa have some very memorable lines.

Every thing is beyond amazing.

Edge - Tame 1.3

There is some mild cases of violence. Also, this film boasts one of the saddest scenes in film history, so ready the tissue box, ladies and gents.

Reality - Fantasy 5.0

8 Comments

• Demona Jun 1, 2010 8:29PM

  oh wait! There was a part 2.. I’m safe..lol!

• Demona Jun 1, 2010 8:28PM

  This is one of my favorite disney films.. one of the best.. beauty and the beast is another.. and the little mermaid..lol.. who doesn’t like violent death scenes and hot red heads in a shell bra? lol! too bad that now she’s considered underaged..lol!

• MJ5K Jan 5, 2010 8:29PM

  Haha, indeed, friend!!!

• The Stoned Horror Critic Jan 5, 2010 1:19PM

  Regarding MetalJunky5000’s Review
  Awesome review, ma man. I think this is Disney’s best film, and it even beat out Batman: Mask of the Phantasm as my favourite animated movie ever (Phantasm’s a close second).

  Jeremy Irons was brilliant in this. “Long Live The King!” Now THAT is one of the most sinister lines I’ve ever heard in a movie.

• MJ5K Nov 14, 2009 9:19PM

  Actually, Roger Rabbit is NOT Disney, its Touchstone. In fact, there was nudity snuch in there but it was later cut when released on DVD. Alladin is a good movie, but I got bored with it after a while.

• Wick Nov 14, 2009 1:10AM

  Who Framed Roger Rabbit, which you gave a Perfect sans commentary. What’s up w/ that?

  Aladdin was pretty great too. Robin Williams rocked.

• MJ5K Nov 14, 2009 1:02AM

  Thnx, Wik. What would you say your favorite Disney film is(excluding pixar)

• Wick Nov 14, 2009 12:30AM

  Regarding MetalJunky5000’s Review
  Good call MJ5K.

  It’s about time someone posted an appreciation of Lion King and gave it the quality rating it deserves.

  Quality review. Just the right amount of commentary. Not too much but absent The Circle of Life touches all the bases.

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