Strong characters, theme, and music make 'The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride' a rare Disney sequel that warrants a second look.
It’s widely accepted that direct-to-video Disney sequels usually don’t compare with the original films in terms of quality. For the most part, they are bogged down by low-budget animation, weak plot lines, and, in some cases, replacement voice actors. However, direct-to-video sequels get far more hate than they deserve, especially considering the existence of The Lion King’s sequel, which is one of the best direct-to-video Disney movies.
The film is full of good music, especially the father-daughter bonding song “We Are One” and the romance bop “Upendi.” The song that plays when all the characters are at their lowest points, “Not One of Us,” displays the distrust of Simba’s pride and their unwillingness to absolve Kovu of a crime he never committed, choosing instead to punish him in the place of Scar and Zira. And while it certainly isn’t “Be Prepared” , Zira’s villain song, “My Lullaby,” oozes creepiness and evil to spare.
As a quick aside, Simba’s Pride contributes to the tonal similarities to The Lion King by refusing to shy away from death and what comes after. Just like the original film shows the direct aftermath of Mufasa’s death, Nuka also dies on screen, and the event has lasting consequences. For children’s films, The Lion King and Simba’s Pride both deal with difficult concepts and heavy tones.
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