Lion King - Page 2

Alter Ego · ‎03-12-2010

I don’t understand the comments that it’s sadder than the first one. The first one wasn’t sweetness and light; the same stuff happens! Maybe people just have a more visceral reaction because the animals are more life like? (Admittedly I also watch a lot of nature programming and real life is much more brutal!)

@Pearlee - I wouldn’t be surprised to find out you are correct about Beyonce. Her new song was truly IMO an emotional and hopeful moment that wouldn’t have had the same impact another way.

Catch71 · ‎03-09-2010

@Pearlee

I watched it with an adult friend. We both wondered how our grandchildren would handle the sad and terrifying parts. That Simba gets himself into too much trouble - LOL.

I think they might get too sad and scared (they are 6 and 4). My daughter said they were fine with the first Lion King. I don't think I would go with them for fear they would cry. She can take them if she chooses!

Lisa now in AZ · ‎03-11-2010

Just got home from seeing it in 3D. As I usually cry at the original, I was dreading the "realistic" death of Mufasa, but managed to hold it together. I did start crying towards the end where Simba finally sees Mufasa in his own reflection and in the stars. The way they worked in the new Beyonce song in was fine.

The only thing I didn't care for was the voice of young Simba. Both speaking and singing, it didn't work for me. Not sure why they changed Rafiki's stick, but it was fine. And the animals' mouths moving weren't in the least bit distracting to me.

I was thinking that I would go back to see it in non-3D, but not sure I need to. I am so glad they kept it so true to the original, whch has been playing on TV almost every night for the past week and I have watched almost all of them!

Greeneyedlady21 · ‎01-06-2015

Just got home from seeing it. I loved it and thought it was so well done. The animals, the scenery, the voices, the music. It's a timeless poignant story.

"Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

Twins Mom · ‎04-03-2016

Saw in 3-D. Scenery and animals are amazing. I think the animated version better for young children since this one seems so real. I need to see original animated - it’s been too long!

lisa9 · ‎07-24-2019

I am waiting for holiday and wil to wath this movies. I hope movie will be awesome and Interesting.

San Antonio Gal · ‎05-18-2017

I saw it with my 6 and 8 year old grandbabies. We all enjoyed and loved it. Beautiful music - great movie.

They want to see it again.

CANDLEQUEEN · ‎03-09-2010

I think my 6 year old granddaughter will see it, but not sure about the 3 year old. She was upset about Ferdinand, when they weren't being nice to him......lol!

CANDLEQUEEN · ‎03-09-2010

@San Antonio Gal wrote:
I saw it with my 6 and 8 year old grandbabies. We all enjoyed and loved it. Beautiful music - great movie.

They want to see it again.

@San Antonio Gal . Since you have seen it , what do you think about a 3 year old?

San Antonio Gal · ‎05-18-2017

@CANDLEQUEEN wrote:
@San Antonio Gal wrote:
I saw it with my 6 and 8 year old grandbabies. We all enjoyed and loved it. Beautiful music - great movie.

They want to see it again.
@San Antonio Gal . Since you have seen it , what do you think about a 3 year old?

@CANDLEQUEEN - Since this version is more life-like and not animated, I think some of the scenes may be a little too intense for a 3 year old. The fighting, the death scenes, and the hyenas may be a bit scary to a 3 year old.

There are a lot of "parent" reviews out there to read that may give you more insight from a parental point of view. Whatever you decide, you know your 3 year old better than anyone and I'm sure you'll make the right decision.