Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins takes on the daunting task of crafting a prequel to Disney's classic 'The Lion King' with his unique cinematic vision.
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Jenkins, known for his intimate indie dramas like 'Moonlight', spent three years working with Disney on the live-action/animated hybrid 'Mufasa', exploring the backstory of the iconic lion king.
The director notes that making a Disney film was a surprising career move, asking 'On what planet do I, Mr. 'Moonlight', make a prequel to 'The Lion King'?' - but the challenge proved irresistible.
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Barry Jenkins, Disney, Mufasa, The Lion King, Moonlight
Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins takes on the daunting task of crafting a prequel to Disney's classic 'The Lion King' with his unique cinematic vision.
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Jenkins, known for his intimate indie dramas like 'Moonlight', spent three years working with Disney on the live-action/animated hybrid 'Mufasa', exploring the backstory of the iconic lion king.
The director notes that making a Disney film was a surprising career move, asking 'On what planet do I, Mr. 'Moonlight', make a prequel to 'The Lion King'?' - but the challenge proved irresistible.
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Barry Jenkins, Disney, Mufasa, The Lion King, Moonlight