The Lion King Early Review: Amazing Visual Effects!

In the last few years, Disney has produced more and more remakes of their classic animation. One of them is The Lion King.

Actually, The Lion King is announced to be released on next July 19. But some film critics can see the movie earlier. They review the movie earlier to give the first impression to the viewers before it hits theaters.

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The critics have published their views of the movie. Some of them are positive, but maybe there are a few comments which are kind of negative. We have collected some of the critics’ twit about the movie. You can see them below.

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1. Steven Weintraub

Been lucky to have attended a number of world premieres but not sure I've ever heard as much clapping during a movie as I did tonight at #TheLionKing . Was like being at a rock concert. Movie is going to make so much money. pic.twitter.com/rnU4qf92mt
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) July 10, 2019

2. Brandon Davis

#TheLionKing is visually and audibly astounding! I’ve never seen anything like that on an animation level. It’s so beautiful.

Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner really steal the show. Chiwetel Ejiofor is brilliant as Scar! It is so much fun. Great movie. pic.twitter.com/v62LHFIM7W
— BD (@BrandonDavisBD) July 10, 2019

3. Alisha Grauso

That being said, #TheLionKing does illustrate the limitations of projecting human emotions onto photorealistic animals that can't convey human expression. More in my review when the embargo lifts!
— Alisha Grauso (@AlishaGrauso) July 10, 2019

4. Peter Scireta

#TheLionKing is a breathtaking visual cinematic achievement. I can’t believe this is a CG animated movie. Timon and Pumbaa steal the show. It’s a good Disney remake but was it necessary? Maybe not, but it’s enjoyable and families are gonna love it.
— /Film (@slashfilm) July 10, 2019

5. Adam B. Vary

https://twitter.com/adambvary/status/1148806735559217152

6. Maude Garret

SO impressed with #TheLionKing! It’s visually stunning, keeps an authentic feel of the original movie whilst bringing a new flavor to it. @Sethrogen and @billyeichner are such a formidable duo! pic.twitter.com/0RbuytRHda
— Maude Garrett (@maudegarrett) July 10, 2019

7. Erik Davis

#TheLionKing is visually immaculate & a game-changer for visual effects. It’s absolutely stunning in every way. The music shines (Glover & Beyoncé take it to another level), the performances are great (Timon, Pumbaa & Scar steal many scenes) & the emotions run HIGH. Truly great pic.twitter.com/lPH9Oo4ybb
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) July 10, 2019

8. Chris E. Hayner

https://twitter.com/ChrisHayner/status/1148804198869245952

Overall, the reactions say that Disney did it. The Lion King proves that Disney has succeeded in the remake of the classic animation.

However, there are a few statements telling The Lion King remake is indeed great, but it is not perfect enough. The main downside is that photorealistic animals in the movie can’t show the same emotions from the original animation.

Besides, The Lion King dubbers performances have got many credits. The scores also got positive reactions. But the main appeal of the movie is the amazing visual. This is indeed the work of the director Jon Favreau and all the production team.

The Lion King is dubbed by Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alfre Woodard, Billy Eichner, John Kani, John Oliver, Florence Kasumba, Eric André, Keegan-Michael Key, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and James Earl Jones.

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