Leo Rex Epic: Part III

In Virgil's Epic Poem, the Aeneid, pious Aneas goes to the Sybil, the prophetess of Apollo to seek admittance through Hades' gates. The Priestess, by the inspiration of the god, knows Aeneas' and speaks of his past and of his future. He gains entrance to the underworld, through sacrifice and is led by the priestess through a cave and along a difficult path. During his journey to the land of the dead, Aeneas sees long dead friends and future generations.

Leo Rex: Epic part II

lacrimae rerum, the tears of things. This feature of the epic is meant to show the serious, and tragic truth of our mortal lives. Though there are many tragedies in the Iliad, one could take the death of Hector as "the" tragedy; "the" lacrimae rerum. For he had a son and a wife but left his walls of stone to defend them both. He fought valiantly and drove back the forces of the Greeks, even to their ships until he was cut down by the famed Achilles.

Leo Rex: Epic

The lion King is an excellent story due in part to its having a clear beginning (birth of Simba) Middle (Simba's time with Timone and Pumba), and end (coming full circle with the birth of Simba's child). It also has fine characters, excellent music, and an intense storyline. Beyond this, I wish to argue, that it is not only an excellent story, but also an epic.

"Epic", in the traditional sense, has certain key characteristics, among which are:

Leo Rex

What is your favorite movie? Why? These questions have become cultural and should be asked of friends, families and enemies. These queries are telling and oftentimes personal. Some prefer the classics, some prefer the profound, and others will just defuse the bomb by saying "I don't know" or that it depends on "how I feel". While these responses may be true, they are certainly guarded answers that offer little to no insight. I for one will answer and explain without being asked. My favorite movie is: The Lion King.