The 2019 version of The Lion King is a photorealistic remake of Disney's 1994 animated classic, directed by Jon Favreau. While a massive commercial success, its 3D presentation and "live-action" aesthetic received mixed reactions, with critics often citing a lack of emotional resonance compared to the original.
The film is widely recognized as a "technical marvel" for its groundbreaking use of virtual reality (VR) and "virtual production".
: Aside from a single photographed opening shot, the entire film consists of roughly 1,490 computer-generated shots.