So, overall, the movies done well to have avoided a major backlash in relation to these changes.
Still, its worth examining some of the explanations that the movie really could have done without.
This particular detail has inevitably caused quite a stir among fans of the franchise.
Apparently, he was with Sarabi first.
After all, it’s long been understood that Zazoo has always been loyal to Mufusa.
Breaking a stick off a tree was all he had to show for it.
Whats left is the rock from which the future lion king and his heirs will survey their domain.
This detail feels as though Disney are trying too hard to tie every thread.
1Why Scar Lost His Old Name
Because He Got A New One?
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This explanation conveniently banishes the name Taka to a bygone era inThe Lion Kings timeline.
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