A timeless picture, one for all ages.

Rating: 9/10 (2 January 2014)

I found myself on a bus ride home today with thinking about my daily issues and worries and then like a sudden rush of nostalgia, remembered the phrase "Hakuna Matata" (It means no worries). Before I knew it, I was watching a recap of the film I first laid my innocent child eyes on as a 6 year old boy.
More than a decade later and I'm still pleasantly stuck with the lyrics of that song. This film is amazing for all ages. Watching it today I re-learned many core values that applies to my life in my current state and I'm sure when I re-watch it in the next decade I will continue to learn things unforeseen now.
The film is rich in content, featuring concepts of friendships, leadership, integrity, betrayal, love and also how everyone should adopt a positive mindset whenever it feels like things aren't going your way. The script for the film is beautifully written and still has an amazing impact 25 years later. I'm proud to have grown up with Timone, Pumba and Symba whom have showed me how important friendships in life is.
There are many pivotal scenes in which viewers will remember for years after the show and that's what is amazing about it; the beauty that lies in the film. The deep meanings that comes across as more impactful to adults than kids is equally surprising. As a child I had my curiosities but could never fully comprehend. However as an adult I fully see the hidden messages in scenes between Mufasa and Symba as he stares in the river.
Not to give anything away, but for those who haven't seen this film I urge you to watch it right away. The theme is timeless and what's still impressive are how catchy the soundtracks remains today!
To me: this is truly a masterpiece, a reason to smile at the credits because you walked away knowing you weren't the same before seeing the film. In the end, we are a reflection of who we want to be and this film really brought that out. I say if you're reading this now and going through some issues in life, watch this film again and give yourself that chance to feel happier.