Critics say #TheLionKing is an impressive technical achievement with some memorable performances, but it doesn't do anything new or interesting with the familiar material. https://t.co/4vcN8VJWtS — Rotten Tomatoes (@RottenTomatoes) July 11, 2019

Reviews forhit the web this week and reviews for the live-action adaptation appear to be a mixed bag. While many reviews seem to praise the film's visual and technical achievements, the adaptation has also been dinged for lacking the emotion and heart of the original Disney animated film.The critical consensus reads: While it can take pride in its visual achievements,The Lion King is a by-the-numbers retelling that lacks the energy and heart that made the original so beloved--though for some fans that may just be enough.When reviews first arrived,was initially deemed "rotten" with a 58 percent after 78 reviews. Since the, about 40 more reviews have come in, boosting its critics score to a "fresh" 60 percent Critics appear to be split on this one, though almost everyone has praised its stunning technical accomplishment and the comedic roles of Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen as Timon and Pumbaa, respectively.For what it's worth, Guy Ritchie'sadaptation has also been deemed "rotten" with a 57 percent, but audiences seem to disasgree. It's got a whopping 94 percent Audience Score, suggesting a disconnect between critics and everyday audiences. Thankfully for Disney, the low scores didn't impact the box office for, which has surpassed $900 million worldwide. The House of Mouse can only hope for something similar withwhen it opens in theaters July 19.