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      The Leopard Son

      G Released Sep 27, 1996 1h 22m Documentary List
      56% 9 Reviews Tomatometer Renowned nature documentarian Hugo Van Lawick journeys deep into the arid African plains of the Serengeti to track the birth and early years of a leopard cub. The documentary follows the young leopard as he develops from a curious little cat into a sleek young predator capable of existing without the protection and assistance of his mother. In addition to finding food to survive, the leopard must also contend with various dangerous animals, including ruthless hyenas. Read More Read Less

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      Marjorie Baumgarten Austin Chronicle Rated: 2/5 Jan 1, 2000 Full Review Susan Stark Detroit News Rated: 3/4 Jan 1, 2000 Full Review James Berardinelli ReelViews Rated: 3.5/4 Jan 1, 2000 Full Review Mal Vincent The Virginian-Pilot African photography is magnificent and the life of the leopard son is both compelling and involving. Rated: 3/4 Mar 14, 2022 Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Rated: 2/5 Oct 12, 2005 Full Review Susan Tavernetti Palo Alto Weekly Rated: 3/4 May 20, 2003 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Audience Member Follows the coming-of-age of this elusive animal in the Serengeti over a two year period. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/25/23 Full Review Audience Member A marvelous survey of African wildlife with variety of activity and scenery along with a good story Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/13/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis Renowned nature documentarian Hugo Van Lawick journeys deep into the arid African plains of the Serengeti to track the birth and early years of a leopard cub. The documentary follows the young leopard as he develops from a curious little cat into a sleek young predator capable of existing without the protection and assistance of his mother. In addition to finding food to survive, the leopard must also contend with various dangerous animals, including ruthless hyenas.
      Director
      Hugo Van Lawick
      Producer
      Tim Cowling
      Screenwriter
      Michael Olmert
      Rating
      G
      Genre
      Documentary
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Sep 27, 1996, Original
      Box Office (Gross USA)
      $439.8K
      Runtime
      1h 22m
      Sound Mix
      Stereo