If you compare the colors of TLK1 to SP, you can see a huge difference. TLK's colors are vibrant and eye-catching, whil SP's are dull and have an earthy tone. Look up at the picture at the top of the page, with the main characters wearing X-mas hats. Look at how dull Kiara and Kovu look compared to Nala. Also, Simba is... orange in SP! I know the film budget was low, but really what was up with the coloration?
Low budget and tv crew (SP was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation, same people who made Timon & Pumbaa, the Aladdin series and sequels, etc...). We're talking about much less talented animators, producers, directors... Disney doesn't care about sequels. They're good to make a few bucks and milk the nostalgia cow. Sorry if I'm being harsh but it's the reality.
Yeah... I wish it could be different This could've had the potential to be not only an excellent sequel but a great movie on its own. *sigh* At least the actors were decent and the songs were great!