Mufasa is branded a 'far cry' from original Lion King as viewers slam 'rushed plot lines' and 'forgettable' soundtrack - as nepo baby Blue Ivy makes movie debut
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Mufasa viewers have complained that the film is a 'far cry' from the original Lion King as they gave their feedback on social media after the movie was released. The new film is a prequel to Disney's 2019 CGI remake of The Lion King, which featured Beyoncé in the leading female voice role of the lioness Nala.
![[The new film is a prequel to Disney's 2019 CGI remake of The Lion King and Beyoncé's daughter Blue Ivy, 12, features as Nala's daughter Kiara.]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/20/15/93356505-14214247-image-a-67_1734707418405.jpg)
Now director Barry Jenkins, who helmed the Oscar-winning drama Moonlight, has cast the singer's daughter Blue Ivy, 12, in his new movie as Nala's daughter Kiara. Blue Ivy's parents both appeared on the red carpet to support their daughter at Mufasa's Los Angeles premiere last week.
But those who have been watching it so far haven't been too impressed - writing on X that they were disappointed in 'rushed storylines' and a 'forgettable' soundtrack. They penned: '#Mufasa fell short for me. It didn't connect with me emotionally, even though I had certain expectations.
Mufasa viewers have complained that the film is a 'far cry' from the original Lion King as they gave their feedback on social media after the movie was released. The new film is a prequel to Disney's 2019 CGI remake of The Lion King and Beyoncé's daughter Blue Ivy, 12, features as Nala's daughter Kiara.
'However, the animation is incredible, and the story succeeds in providing background to these characters many of us grew up with. In that sense, it fulfills its purpose. I'm sure it will be a success, especially as a production with strong commercial appeal.',.
'#Mufasa is a real mixed bag. When it works, it really works. Mufasa's rise can elicit big emotions. But Scar's fall felt unearned. His entire personality changes w/ 1 scene. There's too many rushed plot lines. Songs were all forgettable. Moments of greatness. Many issues.',.
![[But those who have been watching it so far haven't been too impressed - writing on X that they were disappointed in 'rushed storylines' and a 'forgettable' soundtrack]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/20/15/93356667-14214247-image-a-73_1734707466250.jpg)
