Lion King
Who in The Lion King represents Hamlet?
Simba
Why does Hamlet feel confused after seeing the Ghost of his father?
He isn’t sure if the ghost is telling the truth, and he is scared about what he should do next.
Who is Hamlet's bestfriend?
Horatio.
"How could she forget my father so quickly?"
Hamlet.
p. 9
"It would be better for you to join a convent and become a nun!"
p. 23
A convent is an enclosed community of monks, nuns, friars, or religious sisters.
Who in The Lion King represents Scar?
Claudius
Why is Hamlet angry at Claudius?
Hamlet is angry at Claudius because Claudius murdered his father (King Hamlet) to steal the throne and quickly married his mother, Gertrude, shattering Hamlet's view of family, love, and order, a betrayal confirmed by his father's ghost.
Who is the prince of Denmark?
Hamlet.
"As I lay asleep, it was he who crept to my side and poured poison in my ear."
Ghost (King Hamlet).
p. 12
"... I felt I could no longer carry the burden of what the ghost had told me."
p. 17
Heavy responsibility
How does Scar kill Mufasa in The Lion King?
Scar kills Mufasa by causing a wildebeest stampede and then letting Mufasa fall off the cliff when he asks for help.
Why does Hamlet pretend to be "mad" / crazy?
He wants to hide his real plan and keep Claudius from knowing he is suspicious. He wants to gather evidence and make sure that Claudius is guilty of killing his father.
Who is the new king of Denmark?
Claudius.
"... why do you never look at me the way you used to?"
p. 22
"... and kiss her fingers in a way that filled me with loathing- but gradually the skill of the players won his attention."
p. 26
A strong feeling of hating someone or something
Simba lives a problem-free philosophy/carefree life with Timon and Pumba in the jungle; forgetting his royal duties while he grows up.
What was this term called in the movie?
Hakuna Matata
Why is Ophelia confused about Hamlet's actions?
Because Hamlet's personality shifted from being her lover to a crazy, rude, and aggressive person. Even though Hamlet still loves her, he doesn't trust Ophelia because she is being used as a spy by her father, Polonius.
Who is Ophelia's father?
Polonius.
"Such sights are enough to drive a man mad!"
Horatio.
p. 14
"I could see the deathly pallor on Claudius's face as he watched this scene."
p. 28
Abnormal paleness of the skin.
What themes do The Lion King and Hamlet share?
(Name 3)
Betrayal, Revenge, Good vs. Evil, Grief, Loss of a parent, Identity, Destiny, Justice, Responsibility
Why does Hamlet almost commit suicide?
Hamlet almost commits suicide due to overwhelming grief, disgust with his mother's hasty marriage to his uncle, and the immense burden of his father's command to avenge his murder. He doesn't know who to believe, and since he's acting "mad" he pushes all his friends and loved ones away (except for Horatio) adding to his loneliness and depression.
Who is the queen of Denmark?
Gertrude.
"Lights! Bring more lights!"
Claudius.
p. 29
"My spirit cannot find rest until my murder has been avenged."
p. 12
To punish a person or group responsible for a wrong or harmful act that was done to you or someone you care about. It implies seeking retribution, often with a sense of justice or to "even the score".