Looks Amazing But Feels Hollow

Rating: 5/10 (21 July 2019)

The 1994 Lion King is amazing and it still exists. It can be watched at any time and enjoyed by adults and children. It hasn't aged, it's soundtrack and characters are still amazing. And it had something this newer version forgot, a soul.
Now this new take on the animated classic looks visually stunning. Not a single animal, rock or tree exist outside of its digital world, but to look at it you wouldn't know and that in itself should be applauded. But in being so lifelike, the emotion isn't there. The villain can't raise a sly eyebrow, and in loss there isn't a pained look of grief to be seen.
The film follows in the footsteps of what came before, not daring to venture far off the path in case it resulted in them being the people who ruined The Lion King. It's the same film, with a new coat of very shiny paint. And it lacks what made the original special in terms of character. The songs are here and they are still amazing, though i found the new addition instantly forgettable.
But in saying all this, this is The Lion King. It's in my opinion a sub par version but for some just being The Lion King is enough. There is enjoyment here for some people and people will find it. If your looking for something new, Well this film is an elephant graveyard in that department.