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African Cats
UNITED STATES · 2011

African Cats

Alastair Fothergill
wildlife documentary African savanna motherhood family dynamics survival and leadership
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Synopsis

African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.

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