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The Lion King Special Edition [VHS] [1994]
 
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The Lion King Special Edition [VHS] [1994]

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4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (72 customer reviews)

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Disney's 1994 animated feature, The Lion King, was a huge smash in cinemas and continues to enjoy life in an acclaimed stage production. The story finds a lion cub, son of a king, sent into exile after his father is deposed by a jealous uncle. The little hero finds his way into the "circle of life" with some new friends and eventually comes back to reclaim his proper place. Characters are very strong, vocal performances by the likes of Jeremy Irons, Nathan Lane and Whoopi Goldberg are terrific, the jokes are aimed as much (if not more) at adults than kids, the animation is sometimes breathtaking and the songs from Tim Rice and Elton John, accompanied by a colourful score, are more palatable than in many recent Disney features. --Tom Keogh

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The adventure-filled story of Simba the Lion who is finding it difficult to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his future role as king of the jungle. Along the journey he meets many marvellous characters who help him find himself in the great circle of life.

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Good enough to make you hyperventilate, 30 Nov 2003
By L. O. Adcock (Leicester, Leicestershire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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The Lion King has got to be Disney's best movie of all time. If sales figures are correct, and you already own three copies of The Lion King on VHS, then there's no real point describing the plot of the film, beyond the fact that its wonderful art, award-winning songs, and loveable characters are good enough to make you sob into your Lion King hankerchief. In a good way. And you'll have been licking your lips in frantic anticipation of the Special Edition DVD. And believe me, it's been well worth the wait.

And the Gift Set is no less wonderful. For a start, it contains the Special Edition DVD, with its 2 disks with beautiful disk art, the special features of games, interveiws with the animators and such, the film itself in all its improved glory, and in general, three wonderful hours of bonus material.

After you've enjoyed the film, you can then enjoy up to eight original drawings of the characters to keep in your cupboard in an airtight box so that you don't wear them out by looking at them too much, and most wonderfully of all, the DVD companion Hardback, 'The Journey'. This describes the making of TLK, the making of the TLK Special Edition DVD, and has some lovely pictures in it as well. These are found only in the Gift Set.

All of this is wrapped in a special box with beautiful art.

It takes a lot for me to give any film FIVE stars, but here is TLK in all its greatness.

A small warning - despite being a very limited edition of the Special Edition, the DVD contained within the Gift Set does not contain any more special features than it does when purchased on its own. The extra money is paid for the book, pictures and box. The Gift Set is for adult collectors, not children.

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Problems accessing the Original 1994 Version on Special Edit, 4 Nov 2003
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In my option this is the Best Film that Disney have made, the DVD quality has just made the film more enjoyable to watch. The extras on Disc 1 & 2 make this a must have for any Disney Buff or any one with young children.

I did had problems accessing the Original 1994 Version on Special Edition DVD, the “play” icon on the main menu just seemed to play the New Version of the Lion King.

I called Buena Vista Home Entertainment, they informed me that you need to do the following;

Wait for the main film menu to appear, then go to set-up Icon, in set-up go to the Languages Icon and lastly in Language menu you will find Original Version, (just under Hebrew).

Thank you for reading my review and I hope it helps anyone who thinking about buying this DVD or anyone who had the same problem as me.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!, 25 April 2006
By Mr. B. Ambrose (London, England) - See all my reviews
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Disney are known for creating amazing tales but this one, along with the animation the powerful voices for the characters, and the amazing music makes this a truly breathtaking Disney classic!

I saw this film when it came out in the cinema, and I have watched it so many times since then as I think it should be regarded as one of the best animated films out there.

I was lucky enough to get hold of this version of the DVD and I would totally recommend adding it to your list today! One of the best Disney films out there.

I grew up watching Disney films, and have seen most of the classis, but this for me is the ultimate classic. Its got laughs its tear jerking moments and above all it's a film that has proved the test of time and deserves its classic status. So buy it while you can because you won't be disappointed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best
This is simply my most favourite Disney film ever. I have been looking for this special edition for some time now. One happy lady.
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Elaine A. Brown

5.0 out of 5 stars An epic tale of vengeance and retribution
Probably the greatest Disney film of all time, the story is astounding, it's made for the kids obviously but adults will have an easier time understanding it, I feel anyway... Read more
Published 3 months ago by H. Edwards

5.0 out of 5 stars Real dramatic animation that shocks and entertains
Simba learns about life through the wisdom of his father Mufasa whose brother is determined to be King of Pride Rock.

The most touching of Disney pictures? Read more
Published 5 months ago by Stampy

2.0 out of 5 stars am i missing something here??
i've heard nothing but great things about this so i got a copy of the 2 disc version and sat down expecting to be entertained disney style!!! Read more
Published 6 months ago by David Nicholls

5.0 out of 5 stars My fave Disney film of all time
The Lion King...deep,moving,inspirational,and beautiful...not to mention hilarious too.
artistic and wonderful...an aweinspiring Disney classic. Read more
Published 8 months ago by S. J. Pinder

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Disney Film In My Opinion
The Lion King is my all time favourite disney film, i just love the story the music and the way it all comes together. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Joanne Simpson

5.0 out of 5 stars Review of the film only
as i dont have the dvd special edition, i will just review the fantastic film that is The Lion King.

As others have said, it is the best disney film ever. Read more
Published 12 months ago by S. Firth

5.0 out of 5 stars amazing!!!!!!!!!
You would be a fool not to buy this. It is enjoyed by people of all ages, not just children. The songs are magical and the story is great. I would recommend it to anyone!
Published 17 months ago by Tikka Artemis

1.0 out of 5 stars How misleading
I can't believe that this was sold as the movie, I see now that they have corrected the description to 'read-along' dvd, but unfortunately it is too late
Published 18 months ago by kb

1.0 out of 5 stars Avoid this seller.
I bought this expecting the actual Lion King film but was sadly disappointed to find a read-along story instead. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mr. H. Patel

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