Barry Jenkins, known for his Academy Award-winning directorial skills, initially dismissed the idea of directing the prequel to The Lion King but ultimately found the script compelling enough to take on the project.
This article is part of a directory: Mufasa: The Lion King - Release Date, Cast, Story, Trailer & Everything We Know About The Live-Action Prequel PreviousMufasa Director Settles The Debate Whether The New Lion King Prequel Is Live-Action Or Animated Barry Jenkins , the director of Disney ’s upcoming Mufasa: The Lion King, almost declined the project without even looking at the script.
✕ Remove Ads I definitely thought that when it first came my way. I got a call from my agent saying, 'Disney has sent over this project – a prequel for The Lion King.' And I said, 'Yeah, that's not going to happen.' But without even reading the thing! I expected to read five pages, and about 45 pages in, I turned to her, and said, 'Hell, this s*** is good,' and the next day, I finished it.
What This Means For The Lion King Franchise ✕ Remove Ads Jenkins’ involvement suggests that Mufasa: The Lion King may take a more nuanced approach within The Lion King franchise. His acclaimed films, like Moonlight and If Beale Street Could Talk, are known for their character-driven narratives with profound depth. Bringing his perspective to Mufasa's story could add depth to the Pride Lands and its characters.
Posts ✕ Remove Ads Moreover, the decision to expand on Mufasa’s backstory reflects Disney’s broader strategy of revisiting its classic films. The original The Lion King focused on themes of identity, reckoning with the past, and 'Hakuna Matata', while the live-action adaptation added a visual spectacle along with upholding the original film's themes.
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