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'Mufasa: The Lion King' Gets Underwhelming 58% Rotten Tomatoes Score

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Disney's 'Mufasa' prequel disappoints critics with 58% Rotten Tomatoes score, struggling to improve on 2019's 'Lion King' remake.
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  • Despite positive comparisons to the 2019 'Lion King,' the new prequel 'Mufasa' features lackluster songs that fail to match the original's iconic tunes.
  • The 'Mufasa' prequel suffers from common issues plaguing many prequels, like predictable plot points and a lack of suspense for fans familiar with the original story.
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Mufasa, Disney, 'Mufasa: The Lion King', 'The Lion King'
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