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The director of the upcoming film Mufasa : The Lion King reflects on his initial response to the project and why he signed on .
Disney ’s decision to expand the belovedLion Kingfranchise with a prequel titledMufasa : The Lion Kinghas generally sparked far-flung excitement and curiosity among fans who have grow attached to the franchise ’s impact over the years . Directed byBarry Jenkins , this entirely original flick intends to delve into the origins of the titular character reference of Mufasa , offering a clean perspective on one of the most iconic characters in animation history . However , as it turns out , the film ’s director was n’t originally concerned in tackling the task .
Mufasa: The Lion KingFilmmaker on Why He Signed On
In a newinterviewwithGamesRadar+ , Jenkins shared his initial mental rejection about taking on the labor , say the land site , " I definitely think that when it first come my way . I get a call from my agent saying , ' Disney has sent over this projection – a prequel forThe Lion King . ' And I said , ' Yeah , that ’s not going to materialise . ' But without even read the thing ! I expected to understand five pages and about 45 pages in , I turn to her and say , ' Hell , this s * * is good , ' and the next daytime , I finished it . " He go on to tally , " As someone who was very intimate withThe Lion King , I was shocked at how many things I assume I recognize , or how many thing I intend were etch in stone about who these characters were , and what the topic ofThe Lion Kingwere , to be honest . "
The bequest ofThe Lion King , which to begin with premiered in 1994 , ismonumental , to say the least . It quickly became a ethnic phenomenon , winning multiple honor , including two Academy Awards for its music and a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy . And due to its timeless story of family , province , and the R-2 of life has resonated with audiences worldwide , solidify its status as a classic .
The 2019 CGI ( but toted as lively - natural action ) remake further demonstrated the enfranchisement ’s tolerate appeal , gross over $ 1.6 billion globally and inaugurate the beloved narration to a new generation . WithMufasa : The Lion King , Disney aim to continue this retooled legacy , blending unshakable nostalgia with fresh storytelling to bewitch fans of all geezerhood . Perhaps there will be more to come if this movie is well - pick up . Anything is possible !
Mufasa : The Lion Kingwill be free on December 20 , 2024 .
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