Wednesday morning after my early-in-the-day walk, I went home and showered and then decided to go see the recently released LION KING. Granted it was good in so many areas [I always enjoy Disney art and set decorations] but for me, personally, it lacked so much [including Elton John singing - lol] . I have to be honest, I like the older, animated version, a lot better. When Scar tells Simba to leave, and never return...the segment where the little kitten is walking atop the sand dunes of Africa, all alone in the world, the imprint his little paws made in the sand was all too impressive for me, tears welled up. I could feel his leaving everything behind...almost dying in the desert heat. And then along comes Timon and Pumbaa to the rescue. The sound effects were awesome, the art of course, and the story were good....but it just didn't make an impact for me like the first version....a sequel hardly ever does. Oh, yes, I failed to mention the eyes....oh the eyes!!! Enough to melt your heart...quite expressive ...stand alone emotion in those eyes of ALL the creatures. For the above mentions, I would give it 3 stars out of 5 -maybe 2 1/2.
And I can't leave this critique without a mention of the 'coming soon' to a theater this holiday season....another Broadway musical comes to film. AND a favorite of mine [heck, most musicals ARE a favorite!]. As soon as the darkened theater had the faint sound of the music coming louder and louder, I knew!!! I knew my anticipation was hyped. Bring it on!!!
Well, I don't have much interest in seeing the Lion King remake. But CATS is a different matter. It has been around so long, yet I don't think it has ever been brought to the screen as a movie. What took it so long? Thanks for the trailer, I am hoping to see it, and Judy Dench! She look regal as a cat. But she looks regal no matter who or what she portrays.
ReplyDeleteTo cast Judi Dench as Old Dueteronomy is a smart match!! In fact, the entire cast is PURRfect from what I saw in the trailer!!!
DeleteI'm with Ginny, no interest in seeing Lion King. I never care much for remakes because they just never seem to compare to the original.
ReplyDeleteAs for cats, I've never seen it performed on stage. The trailer looks fascinating.
Musicals are truly not for everyone...but, I've been hooked on 'em forever.
DeleteI haven't seen the Lion King remake, and now I think I'll just wait for the CATS musical to show up! Thanks for the heads up, Anni. :-)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for Cats. And, I read the Broadway musical WICKED is being put on film. 2021 is the theater release date. (I LOVED the book!)
DeleteWell, I must admit the Lion King "before and after" is not at all in my field of interests. I do not like movies, but am glad you and others enjoy the experiences. Musicals are more to my liking as I grew up near a playhouse and had understanding and delight with their productions.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, me too! I really enjoy musicals.
DeleteI did not see the first one and will not see this one either, I don't watch Disney movies. I do love the commericals they are showing of all the animals though
ReplyDeletePersonally, my thought is, you're really not missing much. I DO like Disney movies tho...
DeleteThe art blows me away....how I wish I could draw like that.
I do want to see Lion King for the trailer seemed great. Sorry it was a mixed review for you but since I didn't see the cartoon version, I may be OK.
ReplyDeleteHope you get to see it.
DeleteI have heard several people say that they don't like the new version as well as the first. I can imagine that the eyes could get you in this one though!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, those eyes really showed all kinds of emotions.
DeleteI haven't seen the new version so it is good to have your appraisal - it was such a big part of my children's childhood so I will be interested to see at some point. They used to find it rather scary, I wonder if it is less so now for children?
ReplyDeleteWren x
I always like Disney, but some better than others. Remember when we were children and The Wonderful World of Disney came on Sunday nights?
ReplyDeleteI have never seen Cats, but would be tempted to watch the movie just because of Judy Dench. I have liked everything that I have saw that had her in it. She is sort of the female version of what Anthony Hopkins is...always like whatever he is in.