30 years ago, this movie traumatized every child of the 90s

For generations from the 40s to the 80s, it was cotton. For the 90s generation, it was The Lion King. Yes, Disney loves to traumatize us from a very young age with the disappearance of beloved parents. Mom, dad… and what a dad.

We are, of course, talking about the great Mufasa and his tragic death in the cult film of 1994, a death that is considered one of the most important in the history of cinema, combined with all genres, which shocked me from childhood.

Falling into a canyon invaded by panicked wildlings and disappearing while he was on his way to save his beloved little Simba – this is enough to make you feel guilty forever, especially if your responsible and murderous uncle accuses you brazenly of carrying out his evil plan. In action and causing escape. “leave it Go far and never come back”: Ah Scar, you are charisma and we love your song but hey…

But Mini Simba’s discovery of Mufasa’s lifeless body in particular broke our hearts as he tries to ‘wake up’ his father with his sad little voice… oh chills, they’re coming back.

And since then, it’s been a ritual: each generation has to go through it when its younger members discover the film for the first time and experience this trauma. “where did his father go,” asks your son or 4-year-old nephew as he stares at the scene in disbelief? Yes, so we should honestly explain that he has gone to a better world…

But if it’s truly traumatic, the scene is also a great example of writing with striking visuals that didn’t stop audiences around the world from flocking to theaters when the animated film was released, reaching 10 million in France and grossing $1.65 billion. worldwide, making it the 20th biggest hit of all time (adjusted for inflation). only that.

and yes, “Long live the king!“

You can still watch The Lion King on Disney+. Prepare a box of tissues: this is still necessary even after 30 years.