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VHS : The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
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: The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
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starring: Matthew Broderick, Moira Kelly, Neve Campbell, Liz Callaway, Michelle Horn
directed by: Rob LaDuca, Darrell Rooney
Audience Rating: G (General Audience)
Binding: VHS Tape
Brand: WALT DISNEY HOME VIDEO
EAN: 9780788805530
Format: Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, HiFi Sound, NTSC
ISBN: 0788805533
Label: Walt Disney Home Video
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Home Video
Model: 2077-1/C9353
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Walt Disney Home Video
Release Date: October 27, 1998
Running Time: 75 minutes
Sales Rank: 293
Studio: Walt Disney Home Video
Theatrical Release Date: October 27, 1998



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Amazon.com:
Another made-for-video sequel to a Disney masterpiece. As with the Beauty and the Beast and Pocahontas sequels, most of the recognizable vocal talents return, creating a worthwhile successor to the highest-grossing animated film ever. We pick up the story as the lion king, Simba (voiced by Matthew Broderick), and Nala (Moira Kelly) have a new baby cub, a girl named Kiara (Neve Campbell). Like her father before, she seeks adventure and ends up outside the Pridelands, where lions loyal to the evil Scar (who died in the original) have lived with revenge in their hearts. The leader, Zira (a spunky turn from Suzanne Pleshette), schemes to use her son Kovu (Jason Marsden) to destroy Simba. As luck with have it, Kiara has bumped into Kovu and fallen in love.

This all sounds familiar since all of Disney's straight-to-video sequels have played it very safe, nearly repeating the originals' story, tone, and pace. Perhaps there were too many cooks for this production. Besides the two screenplay credits, there are eight other writers credited for additional written material. The look of the film has none of the surprise of the original but is far superior to other animated videos. In fact, the film played in European theaters.

For kids, the sequel will be a favorite. The comic antics of Timon (Nathan Lane) and Pumba (Ernie Sabella) are enjoyable, as is Andy Dick as Nuka, the mixed-up older son of Zira. And there's plenty of action. The best element is the music. Relying on more African-influenced music, the five songs featured are far superior to those in Disney's other sequels. Zira's song of revenge, 'My Lullaby,' was cowritten by Buffy the Vampire Slayer creator Joss Whedon. The standout opening number, 'He Lives in You,' was created for the Lion King Broadway smash and now finds a whole new audience. --Doug Thomas



Customer Reviews
Average Rating: out of 5 stars

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Great quality and fast
I ordered this video not knowing what to expect and just relied on reviews to determine who to order from. The video was delivered quickly and I received email letting me know when the order was placed, shipped, and how to track it. It was a real relief to know it would be here in time for Christmas. The video itself was in great shape, no issues. Thanks!


Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - Pretty Good
Okay so its not as good as the original but then again what is. Its still a pretty good movie as far as sequels go.


Rating: 5 out of 5 stars - The Lion King 2
I can't so nothing bad about this dvd movie. You kept your case and disks in perfect condition that is the way I like keeping mines. Yes I am very happy and would order from this place again.


Rating: 3 out of 5 stars - Better than average Disney sequel
The Lion King is one of the greatest animated films ever to grace the silver screen. In my opinion, it battles it out for the top spot with Beauty and the Beast and maybe Toy Story. Everything about it was beautifully created-- the animation (who could ever forget the famous stampede), the music (Circle of Life, Be Prepared, Can you feel the love tonight are among Disney's best), the story (taking Hamlet to the animal kingdom). There was a brilliant villain in Scar voiced magnificently by Jeremy Irons, a complicated hero in Simba and a strong supporting cast of comedic roles. And it ended perfectly-- there was no need for a sequel because the audience is left with the sense that Simba has finally overcome his guilt about his father and will do just fine in his rightful throne. It's such a masterpiece than a direct-to-video sequel could NEVER do the original any justice. Of course, that is always true with Disney. ... Read More



 

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