Trailer for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ brings SNOW in Africa and generates confusion among internet users; Understand!

‘Mufasa’awaited pre-sequel in live-action in ‘The Lion King‘, had its first trailer released and was accompanied by some scenes set in a cold and snowy setting – which led many internet users to ask themselves how it was possible in the middle of African territory.

However, there are several points on the continent in question where snow is nothing new, in contrast to the constant portrayal of savannah and deserts to portray productions inspired by these places.

On social media, the question went viral, as seen below:

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As already mentioned, there are several locations on the African continent that have snow, such as Mount Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania, whose top is covered with snow almost all year round, or Lesotho, a small territory in the interior of South Africa whose very high altitude favors snowfall. cold weather and recurrence of snow.

“’Mufasa: The Lion King’ enlists Rafiki to convey the legend of Mufasa to the young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature. Told in flashbacks, the story presents Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a friendly lion named Taka – the heir to a royal lineage. their destiny – their bonds will be tested as they work together to escape a threatening and deadly enemy.”

The feature film, previously scheduled for the day July 5, 2024will now hit theaters only in December 20, 2024.

The project is directed by acclaimed independent filmmaker Barry JenkinsOscar winner for ‘Moonlight: Under the Moonlight‘.

Hans Zimmer, Pharrell Williams It is Nicholas Britell will take care of the new songs from the prequel.

Additionally, the project will have NEW songs sung by animated lions that look like real lions.

The script was written by Jeff Nathansonwho was also responsible for the script for the original.

Aaron Pierre (‘Time’) will voice Mufasa. Already Kelvin Harrison Jr.known for ‘Luce‘, will voice the character Taka.

For those who don’t know. Taka is the real name of ScarMufasa’s brother who ultimately betrays and kills him in an attempt to take control of the king of Pride Rock.

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In addition to bringing back Beyonce playing Nala, the film will feature the voice of her daughter Blue Ivy Carter as the voice of Kiara, Simba’s daughter.

Check the list of voice actors, the synopsis and fan reactions on Twitter:

Aaron Pierre: Mufasa

Kelvin Harrison Jr.: Taka

Donald Glover: Simba

Beyoncé: Nala

Tiffany Boone: Sarabi

Mads Mikkelsen: Kiros

Thandiwe Newton: Eshe, Taka’s mother

Lennie James: Obasi, Taka’s father

Anika Noni Rose: Afia, Mufasa’s mother

Keith David: Masego, Mufasa’s father

Kasigo Lediga: Young Rafiki