After 17 years
the classic Disney movie, “The Lion King,” returned to theatres in
3D on Sept. 16.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>After 17 years the classic
Disney movie, “The Lion King,” returned to theatres in 3D on Sept.
16.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>While the movie’s original
storyline remains the same, some parts get brought to life. In the
beginning scene with all the animals and the presentation of Simba,
it was as if one could reach out and touch Zazu as he flew through
the sky to meet Musfasa at the top of Pride Rock. The scene where
Scar is in the elephant graveyard with the hyenas singing, “Be
prepared,” had the same affect. In both scenes, one feels like they
are next to the characters signing the songs. Also in
all the raining scenes, it appeared as though the rain was falling
on the audience. Aside from these three main parts
and the opening title “The Lion King,” the movie did not seem to be
in 3D at all.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>Parts of the movie had bad
quality. An example of this would be when Pumbaa was in the cave
with the hyenas trying to save Timon and Zazu. When Pumba ran in
the cave it was as if the screen was shaking and the picture became
a blur. Further instances of this shaky, blurry picture occurred in
most of the fighting and action packed scenes.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>Although the movie lacked as
many legitimate 3D parts as there could have been and had bad
quality at times, “The Lion King” was great as it has always
been.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>The audience can still
sing-a-long to the “Circle of life,” “Hakuna Matata,” and “Can you
feel the love tonight.” Simba’s pain is still felt when his father
dies as is the excitement when Simba returns to take his rightful
place as king. Viewers can still get the same warm feeling they did
as children watching the movie with or without the 3D because
overall there are no main differences. People can choose to enjoy
it in a movie theatre or just watch it at home.
“font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;”>Grade: B
“_GoBack”>
- Kelcie Merrick, Contributor
