Originally released on June 24, 1994, Walt Disney Pictures' The Lion King was a film unlike any other. Telling the story of a young lion prince who is forced to come to terms with his past and create a viable future for both himself and his kingdom, the animated feature quickly turned into a worldwide classic as it set worldwide box-office records. Seventeen years after its original release Disney is removing the film from the vault, adding a third dimension and giving audiences another chance to witness the spectacle on the big screen.
While I am no fan to the extra dimension, and feel that the film loses much of its vibrant color in this 'undated' version, I still feel that audiences should venture out to experience the magic and excitement that comes with one of Disney's most acclaimed films.
The story is as timeless, that much is certain; however, I never expected to be drawn in to the music as much as I was. From the first note of 'The Circle of Life' I was glued in, anxiously anticipating each new scene as the classic story flew by in one big swoosh, giving me the same level of enthusiasm as when I was nine-years-old.
For those who, like myself despise the hiked up ticket prices that come with any 3D presentation, know that for The Lion King you are simply paying for the big screen experience. Rarely are we given the chance to witness such a perennial film inside the four walls of a theater. The ticket price is worth the comprise for such a unique affair.
