from: Beckmann Visual Publishing
Binding: DVD
EAN: 5020609007045
Label: Beckmann Visual Publishing
Manufacturer: Beckmann Visual Publishing
Number Of Items: 1
Publication Date: 2006
Publisher: Beckmann Visual Publishing
Running Time: 87 minutes
Sales Rank: 46768
Studio: Beckmann Visual Publishing
Theatrical Release Date: 1971
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Rating: - A fantastic true story of friendship and a very special cat
If you are an animal lover, this story will affect you profoundly. If you are not, you will be converted, and you, too, will be affected profoundly. This DVD is actual film footage with narration, making it all the more amazing. It provides undeniable proof, for those who need it, that wild animals possess intelligence and character, as well as the capacity for great affection.
There is some much-needed evidence that the world has some good human beings, as well. The two guys who raised Christian in their London apartment, and travelled with him to Africa to help with his transition to the jungle are wonderfully compassionate, and their devotion to their friend is heart-warming. And then there is the man who was Christian's liaison between human and lion society, George Adamson. The mission could never have succeeded, or even been initiated, without his wisdom, experience, tenacity, and dedication to animals he had once hunted. Also noteworthy are the two actors who introduced Christian's owners to Adamson. They contributed their own time and resources to get the project started, and made this documentary to help fund it.
This is a factual, honest account of Christian's time with people and the first year or so of his adjustment to life in Kenya, learning to take care of himself. As such, it relates the challenges Christian faced, as well as a couple of very sad events. But it is ultimately a story that will make you feel good. It will leave you with an entirely ... Read More
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