'The Lion King' Is Even More Heartbreaking After 'Mufasa'

Story by Amanda Rozenboom

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The 'Lion King' prequel 'Mufasa' peels back the tragic layers of the iconic father-son story, leaving audiences more devastated than ever

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The prequel reveals the deep bond between Mufasa and his brother Scar, making Scar's betrayal all the more heartbreaking
Director Barry Jenkins says the prequel will 'shatter your soul' and leave you 'questioning the very nature of family'

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