This animated classic took four years to make and consisted of various artists studying the lions and the African wildlife that was featured in film. 'The Lion King' is about a young cub named Simba, who struggles to realise who he is and who he must become. Guided by his father, Mustafa, as well as encountering friends in his journey - notably Timon and Pumba- and his growth into adulthood, Simba must fight his evil Uncle in Scar in bringing harmony to the land of Pride rock. Some great voice-work by Matthew Boderick, James Earl Jones, Jeremy Irons, Whoopi Goldberg, Rowan Atkinson, Nathan Lane and Ernie Sabella, as well as some excellent songs make this a Disney classic.
****1/2 out of *****!
****1/2 out of *****!