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Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata [2004]
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Disc 2: The Lion King 3 starts way back before the beginning - before even Timon and Pumbaa are friends. Timon - eager to spread his wings and explore the world beyond -sets out on an adventure alone. But it's not long before Pumbaa wafts into his path and they become 'acquaintances' to the end. When they come upon a feisty young cub, Simba the comedy adventure really takes off. Discover what really happened when Simba and Nala were reunited, Scar and Simba come face to face on Pride Rock and much, much more. It's guaranteed Ha! Ha! Ha! Hakuna Matata all the way!
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Amazon.co.uk Review
The Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata is an ingenious sequel that retells the original film's story from the perspective of best pals Timon the meerkat (voiced by Nathan Lane) and Pumbaa the warthog (Ernie Sabella). Anyone who has wondered how this odd couple met will find out here, beginning with Timon's flight from home following disgrace and his chance encounter with the sweet but lonely Pumbaa. With the arrival of young Simba (Shaun Flemming), The Lion King's familiar tale is reborn via a fresh angle, fleshed out by returning characters Rafiki the wise monkey (Robert Guillaume), Shenzi (Whoopi Goldberg), and Simba's love interest, Nala (Moira Kelly). While the retooled narrative proves a novel experience, The Lion King 3 is really a vehicle for voice actors Lane and Sabella, whose comic performances are shamelessly, broadly funny. Matthew Broderick, Julie Kavner, and Jerry Stiller are also in the vocal cast. The film was released in the US with the title The Lion King 1½--Tom Keogh
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Synopsis
Timon and Pumbaa tell their story in this brand new Lion King film. Not only do we find out how Timon and Pumbaa met and what they got up to before they met Simba but we also get to see the start of Simba's story from his best friends point of view.
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From the Back Cover
The Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata reunites Disney's favourite double act, Timon and Pumbaa. Going behind the scenes of the original film the comedy duo re-tell the story from their quite unique and very hysterical point of view. It's a story within a story, told as only Timon and Pumbaa can. This is the highly anticipated and final film in The Lion King trilogy. But you haven't really seen The Lion King until you've seen The Lion King 3! So if you thought the animal kingdom was bowing down to Simba as he was held aloft by Rafiki on Pride Rock, you'll stand corrected when you hear Timon and Pumbaa's hilarious version of events. A humorous trail of surprising revelations, it'll have big kids and little kids entertained.
Wonderful, but something's missing
Review date: 2007-10-07 Rating: 8 out of 10
Before I say anything else, I'll say that I enjoyed this 'midquel.' In fact, I think that The Lion King 1 and 1/2 (or 3) should have gone theatrical. It's sweet, funny and the animation is downright gorgeous. Timon and Pumbaa are two of my favourite characters and I can never get enough of them.
But something's missing. It's that nostalgic feel I get when I watch the first two, especially Simba's Pride. It's simply not there. And it's because this was not part of my childhood like the first films were. I have no fond memories of it, since when it came out, I thought I was too old for 'a baby movie like The Lion King,' and so I didn't care for it. It's only when I realised that The Lion King was more than just a mere 'kids movie' was when I decided to rewatch 1 and 2 and try out this new film. As I said, it's good, but it just doesn't have that impact that the first two do.
But that doesn't mean that it's not enjoyable. TLK3 is a satire of the first Lion King, but it's tasteful enough. Just remember not to take it too seriously. The songs are really fun to listen to - especially 'Diggah Tunnah' - it'll make you hum and tap your feet for ages afterwards. We have two new characters - meerkats Ma and Uncle Max. Ma is played by Julie Kavner who also does the voice for Marge Simpson, although she's not as raspy. If you enjoyed Simba's Pride, you really should throw an eye to this. There is just so much to like about it, and any fun-loving Lion King fan will enjoy it!
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Reviews
Laughs From Beginning To End
Review date: 2006-06-08 Rating: 10 out of 10
I must admit that at 1st I was somewhat puzzled bya 3rd film in the ever popular "The Lion King" series, but after watching this film it lived up to expectations & more!
It's basically the 1st film told through the eyes of Timon & Pumbaa & most important of all how they met up - amust if like me you ever wondered! Watch the film as I won't be giving it away!!
Brilliant songs are included in the film, my personal favourite is the one at the beginning called "Digga Tunnels" & is sung by the meerkats, there's also "That's All I Need" sung by Timon whilst on sentry patrol - which is actually the tune taken from "wWatrhog Rhapsody"!
excellent
Review date: 2006-05-26 Rating: 10 out of 10
I thought that the Lion King was a good film, not the best but it was good. Then came the sequel which I really didn't enjoy. My daughter insisted on watching this 3rd one and I really thought it would be just as bad as the second but in fact I think it is my favourite out of all three. You have to have seen the Lion King to get some of the jokes and to appreciate it but I think this is my favourite out of the lot :)
Brilliant.
Review date: 2005-10-24 Rating: 10 out of 10
I wasn't too sure about this sequel, but I decided to give it the benefit of a doubt. It turned out to be wonderful!!!!!!!!!! The animations & colors are wonderful, all the original voice cast is still there, the storyline is both fun and touching - something I would have never expected from a sequel.
I won't give You a plot review, instead I will just very warmly advise to purchase it!!!!!!!!
Timon & Pumbaa are Disney Comedians!!!!!!!!!
Review date: 2005-09-24 Rating: 10 out of 10
If you are a big Timon & Pumbaa fan like I am I would get this wonderful prequel of Disney's enchanting story: The Lion King! This time it is about Timon & Pumbaa, about where they explain how they came before even Simba began and there are some clever lines in this movie like these:
Timon: "Beyond what I see...
Frog: CROAK!
Timon: Beyond what I see, Beyond What I see, I'ts kinda hard to think with all this music!!! Oh wait a second, it's coming to to me! It's either that bug who I ate or the pittany... I going to the big pointy rock, right?" (wind howls).......
You have to see the movie to see what happens next..
Timon & Pumbaa's humor is so pointless you'll think it's quite funny so get for your Timon & Pumbaa fans like me!!!
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Jerry Stiller
Julie Kavner
Matthew Broderick
Ernie Sabella
Nathan Lane
Creators:
Nathan Lane (Primary Contributor)
Ernie Sabella (Primary Contributor)
Director(s):
Recording label: Walt Disney Home Video
Manufacturer: Walt Disney Home Video
EAN: 5017188812078
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: Animated, PAL,
Release date: 2004-02-16
Number of discs: 2
Audience rating: Universal, suitable for all
Region code: 2
Theatrical release date: 2004-02-10
Language: English (Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired)
Language: English (Original Language)