'Mufasa: The Lion King' Stars Felt Confident With Barry Jenkins Directing

Story by Ernesto Valenzuela

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Unexpected 'Lion King' prequel 'Mufasa' scores big with Barry Jenkins at the helm, according to the film's stars.

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Jenkins' involvement was a pleasant surprise for the cast, who felt confident in his directing prowess to tackle the iconic franchise
The stars, including Donald Glover and Beyoncé, were blown away by Jenkins' fresh vision for the prequel, promising a unique take on the classic tale

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Barry Jenkins, Donald Glover, Beyoncé, The Lion King, Mufasa: The Lion King