The “Lion King” prequel arrived to weak ticket sales last month, but moviegoers have since embraced it, pushing global box office returns toward $700 million.
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‘The Fire Inside’ Review: When the Fight Isn’t in the Ring
The story of the boxer Claressa Shields could have been just another sports movie. Directed by Rachel Morrison and penned by Barry Jenkins, it’s much more than that.
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‘The Fire Inside’ Review: When the Fight Isn’t in the Ring
The story of the boxer Claressa Shields could have been just another sports movie. Directed by Rachel Morrison and penned by Barry Jenkins, it’s much more than that.
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‘The Fire Inside,’ an Emotional Boxing Biopic, Overcame an Early Knockdown
‘The Fire Inside,” a screenplay by Barry Jenkins about Claressa Shields’s challenging path to Olympic gold, was dropped by its initial studio during the pandemic.
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‘Sonic’ Beats ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ at the Box Office
“Mufasa: The Lion King” sputtered in second place at theaters in the United States and Canada. “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” was No. 1.
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Sonic Beats Lion King at Box Office
“Mufasa: The Lion King” sputtered in second place at theaters in the United States and Canada. “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” was No. 1.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda on ‘Mufasa’ and the Secret to a Disney Hit
The “Hamilton” creator, who crafted the soundtrack for the new prequel to “The Lion King,” reflects on writing songs that have a universal appeal.
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7 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
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‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Review: Squeaking, Not Roaring
This wan photorealistic prequel to a remake, the latest addition to the Disney juggernaut, was directed by Barry Jenkins of “Moonlight” fame.
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Barry Jenkins Takes On ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’
Barry Jenkins broke out as a filmmaker with the Oscar-winning indie film “Moonlight.” He has surprised some of his fans by taking up a Disney franchise.