Turning point missing

Rating: 8/10 (17 July 2019)

I am not as disappointed in the movie as lots of other fans. But as a longtime watcher of the original movie (I have at least seen it 40 times) I can't but miss some of the original beloved details, that made the film so special...
Spoiler:
For me the biggest issue is the missing turning point, the greatest moment in the original when Simba realizes he has to get over the past and face his true destiny.
In the original the dialogue with Rafiki is so iconic and the wise ape teaches Simba a lesson by hitting him with the stick and showing that the past can hurt but be overcome. It is then that Simba gains the knowledge and awareness to face his true nature and return to Pride Rock.
Overall the new movie was awesome to watch and made me cray all over again.