VHS : Kimba the White Lion - The King is Dead, All Hail the King (Vol. 1)
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starring: Billie Lou Watt, Hal Studer, Gilbert Mack, Ray Owens, Sonia Owens
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9786305791164
Format: Animated, Color, NTSC
ISBN: 6305791163
Label: Widowmaker Films Llc.
Manufacturer: Widowmaker Films Llc.
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Widowmaker Films Llc.
Release Date: April 18, 2000
Running Time: 100 minutes
Sales Rank: 27585
Studio: Widowmaker Films Llc.
Theatrical Release Date: 1966
Editorial Review:
Description:
The original 1966 series, with the original, uncut dialogue intact! A fan favorite for years, this series is again available. Unlike today's other children's shows which are utterly devoid of meaning, Kimba stands alone... and it's now back to show new generations how good a show can be. Also, you might see for yourself the similarities to another big-screen picture about a lion king.
Four episodes per tape.
1. 'Go, White Lion'
Caesar, like all fathers, wanted Kimba to live in a world where all lived in harmony and to rule justly when the time came to succeed him. Sadly, before his tiny lion son had a chance to be a child, hunters descended on the village and destroyed the family. Only little Kimba survived... and now he must assume the throne and its tremendous responsibilities!
2. 'Jungle Thief'
In the wilds, the first concern is usually food. Never was that more true than now, as the reserves are quickly being consumed and the harmony that Kimba has striven toward is threatened. Only a miracle can save them!
3. 'Dangerous Journey'
Plague has fallen upon the jungle! An outbreak of Stony Mountain Speckled Fever has stricken most of Kimba's friends! There is a cure, known to only one ancient sheep... but the task to retrieve the antidote is one filled with danger!
4. 'Great Caesar's Ghost'
Samson does not agree with Kimba's lofty idea that all animals should live in harmony and work toward the common good. In fact, he thinks it might be better if he was the one making the rules... starting with which animals should be tonight's dinner!
Amazon.com:
Osamu Tezuka based Kimba on his popular comic strip, 'Jungle Emperor.' It was the first color Japanese series to air in the U.S. when it debuted in 1966.
Kimba is born on a ship taking his mother to a European zoo. When the ship sinks, Kimba swims back to Africa, where he's hailed as the successor to his father, Caesar. With the help of his friends Dan'l Baboon and Pauley Cracker, a loudmouth parrot, Kimba protects all the animals. He insists on fair play, honesty, and trying one's best, sometimes to the point of priggishness. Kimba--who is, improbably, a vegetarian--organizes the planting of a communal garden to provide food during droughts in 'Jungle Thief.' Samson the Cape buffalo challenges Kimba's democratic ideas in 'Great Caesar's Ghost.' Dan'l and Pauley put on the rug made out of Caesar's skin and pose as his ghost in this very odd episode.
The animation is extremely limited, even by the undemanding standards of '60s TV cartoons. Kimba's oversized round head, large eyes, and huge ears look cute rather than feline, and may appeal to very small children. Kids over 8 will quickly grow impatient with the slow pacing and lack of action. For ages 3 and up; animals occasionally engage in mild cartoon fights. --Charles Solomon
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Young kids will enjoy it; adults won't
Funny, I used to love Kimba as a kid and thought my 10 year old would too when I bought this tape. When I saw it again for the first time in 35 years, I thought what terrible quality and script. Meanwhile my 10 year old was loving it. You might think Disney should be sued for copyright violation when you see the amazing similarity with The Lion King. The theme song still haunts me.
Rating: - Original story, but old techniques
I remember this series since I was 5 or 6. It left me pleasant memories and a story of a good young lion that was a role model for me, even if I'm not a vegetarian.
I bought if for my daughter of 2. After the spectacular images of A bug's life and Lion King, at the beginning she snobbed Kimba the White lion, whose pictures are now a little bit disappointing and outdated. However, Kimba is a hero and the story is too strong that overcomes the age and wrinkles of the film. Apart from the first ... Read More
Rating:  - Its just that good
Considering this show is reaching its 40th birthday, it is really good. The animation surpasses most made by americans at the time. Considering there's only 4 voice actors, the voices are still good. And there's no cheesy parts at all. The stories (like most anime)seems to be carefully thought out. A must for any anime fan at any age.
Rating: - Its just that good
Considering this show is reaching its 40th birthday, it is really good. The animation surpasses most made by americans at the time. Considering there's only 4 voice actors, the voices are still good. And there's no cheesy parts at all. The stories (like most anime)seems carefully thought out. A must for any anime fan at any age.
Rating: - The Origional!
Great tape! My 5 year old son loves to watch Kimba. I regret that I hesitated buying this tape because of the other persons review. This tape brings back great memories, for all of us who were born around 1960. The shows on the tape are the earlier ones of kimba. The soundtrack and dialogue is just as I remembered it. It's a very simplistic cartoon by todays standards but, my kids and I still enjoy it. Kimba teaches kids and reminds adults the value of morals and doing what's right.
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