A FILM TO REMEMBER: “THE LION KING” (1994)

Photograph of film poster with a display of scene images from “The Lion King”.

Before I get into this, I want to make mention “A FILM TO REMEMBER” will be a series about films that have reached a milestone anniversary since their origin in being culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. The articles will contain the film’s plot outline, director, cast, a compilation of trivialities, various photos, movie trailer, critical reception and more. So, let’s start:

We are here to mark the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff’s “The Lion King”. Let’s take an inside look at the film:

PLOT OUTLINE:

A Lion cub crown prince is tricked by a treacherous uncle into thinking he caused his father’s death and flees into exile in despair, only to learn in adulthood his identity and his responsibilities.

Still image of filmmakers Roger Allers (left) and Rob Minkoff (right).

STUDIO:

Walt Disney Pictures

DIRECTOR:

Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff

CAST:

Jonathan Taylor Thomas … Young Simba (voice)

Matthew Broderick … Simba (voice)