The Lion King (G, 1994)

I cannot understand why this movie has ever gotten positive reviews. It is horrifying and obscenely violent. The uncle's meanness, deceit, and manipulation are better suited to adult psycho-dramas than a kids movie. I deeply regret ever showing this movie to my 5 yr old. Awful.

The messages were very, um, involved in freemasonry and paganism. Young kids wouldn't be able to recognize these messages very well, but they're there just the same. Among these messages is also talking to the dead. Literally. Mufasa's in the clouds....gross :(

I think that it is a wonderful film, certainly one of the best. The characters are endearing and enduring, the songs are absolutely magnificent, and the tough choices the main character has to go through are something that a real person would be biting their nails over! I love it, and I think everyone should see it at least once. Suitable for all ages. There is some iffy stuff, but it is downplayed. Asides from the natural violence of lions in consideration of their pride, the villain, (uncle Scar), sings a potentially frightening song to his hyena minions. But that's not what I'm worried about, kids can take almost anything, whether it be frightening, romantic, or sad so long as the movie is good and the ending is happy. Before I get on with 'the point' I just want to give you the basis for my thesis. I have have a serious depression and I watched the Fox and the Hound and I was so happily-sad that it nearly changed my life. I watched Oliver and Company just under a year ago, I felt like turning it off! It wasn't as sad as 'FatH' or Land Before Time, but it was also not as good as either of them. Now that I have shared that piece with you let me get on: 'Be Prepared' is potentially frightening, but you shouldn't be intimidated by that, but (especially if you're Jewish), you should be cautious of a certain part of the song. The scenario goes that; Scar is standing on a rock podium dictating to his minions who are doing the straight legged march! Since I'm not Jewish I can't really say, but if I was then I would be pretty scared of a Disney film that could turn a bunch of hyenas into the third Reich! Hope you found it

In general, Disney movies disguise adult contents and themes, dressing them up in children like characters. Read all the Adult reviews in this section and proof is there. As an adult and from a theatre production standpoint, Lion King is absolutely fantastic and has a great sound track. I have seen the movie and the show. Would I recommend it to 5 year olds? No. The themes are not appropriate from a development point of view to what 5 year olds needs or could be experiencing. The presence of violence, sex innuendos, reinforcement of social stereotypes and gender roles are constant throughout Disney's movies. Again, great for adults, poor choice for young kids.

I like this movie. It has hardships and triumphs. The songs are unforgettable. This and Bambi are good movie, but i like Bambi more. I has love, and action. I highly recommeded it

I don't see how anyone could NOT like it! It's amazing! I love it! It's histerical, fun, and kid friendly! The only thing that may be scary to little kids is when the lions fight, and when the king dies. I've watched it sinse I was like, 2 and I don't think I was scared. Either way, I think everyone needs to see this movie, its great! There's really nothing bad I can say about it! In fact, I want to be in the Broad Way musical when I grow up! :)

it teaches kids how to face ur problems and how not to run away frm them and act as if they never were there

This is lame. It got the title classic just for being really old. I mean really, if it was released today it would be a total flop. The only reason it got good reviews and ticket sales was because it was the only kids movie out at the time. I mean really, the CREATORS EVEN ADMITTED that it was HAMLET WITH LIONS, I mean really, this is really over rated.

I mean it. It is just like Bambi. They talk about the circle of life. RELASE THE SEQUELS ON BLURAY!