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Lion King II, The: Simba's Pride (Animated) (Collector's Edition) (DVD)
Production Year: 1998 - Family - Director: Darrell Rooney - Original Language: English - Classification: Universal - Starring: Matthew Broderick, Moira Kelly, Neve Campbell, Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Jason Marsden, Suzanne Pleshette, Robert Guillaume more
In this direct-to-video sequel, majestic jungle king Simba prepares his daughter, now of age, for the throne. Features six new songs and the voices of original stars Matthew... more
BeastandPocahontassequels, most of the recognisable vocal talents return, creating a worthwhile successor to the highest-grossing animated film ever. We pick up the st...
As with theBeauty and the BeastandPocahontassequels, most of the recognisable 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 cinemas.For children, the sequel will be a favourite. 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 byBuffy the Vampire Slayercreator Joss Whedon. The oustanding opening number, "He Lives in You", was created for theLion KingBroadway smash and now finds a whole new audience.--Doug Thomas
As with theBeauty and the BeastandPocahontassequels, most of the recognisable 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 cinemas.For children, the sequel will be a favourite. 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 byBuffy the Vampire Slayercreator Joss Whedon. The oustanding opening number, "He Lives in You", was created for theLion KingBroadway smash and now finds a whole new audience.--Doug Thomas
As with theBeauty and the BeastandPocahontassequels, most of the recognisable 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 cinemas.For children, the sequel will be a favourite. 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 byBuffy the Vampire Slayercreator Joss Whedon. The oustanding opening number, "He Lives in You", was created for theLion KingBroadway smash and now finds a whole new audience.--Doug Thomas
As with theBeauty and the BeastandPocahontassequels, most of the recognisable 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 cinemas.For children, the sequel will be a favourite. 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 byBuffy the Vampire Slayercreator Joss Whedon. The oustanding opening number, "He Lives in You", was created for theLion KingBroadway smash and now finds a whole new audience.--Doug Thomas
Production Year: 1999 - Family - Director: Rob Minkoff - Original Language: English - Classification: Universal - Starring: Hugh Laurie, Geena Davis, Michael J. Fox, Nathan Lane, Chazz Palminteri
A review by mikala on Lion King II, The: Simba's Pride (Animated) (Collector's Edition) (DVD) August 11th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Did you enjoy it?
Loved it
Story
Outstanding
Characters / Performances
Outstanding
Special Effects
Standard
How does it compare to similar films?
Good
Advantages:
love the new songs
Disadvantages:
not as good as the first one
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
My children have watched this film over and over again.The new characters are good and its good to still see timon and pumba in this one as well. The baddies in the film were alot better than the one before but not as evil looking as scar. they just looked a bit scraggy.The over all continuation of the movie is great. the ending of the film wasnt what i expected (the uniting of the two prides) but it was still very good. I will be watching the next one (lion king three ) as i hope it will be as good as the previous two.The kids love it and the big kids (me) love it as well. excellent film a+++++.
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Advantages: great storyline don't loose interest Disadvantages: Scar's gone
My daughter and I both loved the first edition, particulary the hyenas. Thankfully the hyenas are still in the second story. We loved the hyena who had the hysterical laughter, each time he laughed we laughed till we cried. In the first one particulary loved the evil Scar, and thought maybe the second one would not be as good as his character had been killed off. It did lack that magic that Scar brought with the first one, but it was still very funny, ... ...the characters are memorable. Would gladly recommend for any ages. Great for watching anytime of the day. It would be even better if watched with an extremely large bag of popcorn. I paid seventeen pound from Woolworths for this Dvd, but ebay sell them for £10.00, and Amazon sell for 11.99 for new and used. ...
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Plot: The circle of life continues with a brand new story which finds Kiara, Simba's headstrong daughter, looking for adventure. She runs off to the Outlands, which are strictly off limits, and meets the mischievous young cub, Kovu. Despite the fact that their worlds are so very different, their feelings for one another begin to grow.
DVD Description
In this direct-to-video sequel, majestic jungle king Simba prepares his daughter, now of age, for the throne. Features six new songs and the voices of original stars Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, Nathan Lane, and Ernie Sabella.
Release details
DVD Region: DVD
Studio(s): Walt Disney Home Video; Buena Vista Home Entertainment
Release date: 28/06/2004
No of Discs: 1
Catalogue No: BED 881365
Barcode: 5017188813655
Featured: Nathan Lane, James Earl Jones
Host: James Earl Jones
Voice: James Earl Jones, Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Ernie Sabella
Languages
Main Language: English
Technical information
Special Features: Timon And Pumbaas Pride Land Games, Timon And Pumbaa Find Out Why, Lots About Lions, Proud Of Simbas Pride, Sing To The Movie, One By One Short, Music Video
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround English Spanish Portuguese
Animated: Animated
Professional reviews
Review: "...[A] sleek, joyful, entertaining film..." (New York Times, p.E30, 23/10/1998)
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