Malika the Lion Queen

2021

1 hr. 25 min.

Documentary

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A new two-hour wildlife documentary based on the lionesses of a powerful pride in South Africa’s Kruger National Park.

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A wonderful and heartbreaking documentary of this beautiful lioness. I was a regular visitor to the Kruger National Park as I lived in South Africa as a child until my early twenties. You had me crying at the end. Life is so hard and cruel for wild animals.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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This was emotive rubbish. The whole time the Lioness is portrayed as needing her pack and their affection, next minute she heads out hunting and forgot her pride (group). WTF. So little real info for a new young generation of kids, just anthropomorphism at its very very worst with lashings of misandry. THE VERY OPPOSITE OF A NATURE DOCO! Some great cinematography at times but we had to turn it off about an hour in.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

02/15/23

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This movie is a refreshing take on a classic tale. Instead of focusing on the "King of the Jungle", it focuses on the life journey of a lioness in South Africa and highlights the important role she and her female family members play in keeping their pride strong while maintaining balance within the ecosystem. I have seen reviews criticizing the movie for adding a human voice, and thereby human assumptions, to what the main character may be thinking and feeling. However, I feel the producers were aiming to make a film that was educational, engaging for people of all ages, and empowering for girls and young women! Likewise, I have seen some folks claiming that the film "bashes men" and promotes feminism. To this, I would respond by saying I believe the second half of the statement is true and the movie simply shares facts (some of which may indeed paint males in an unflattering way, but are still true). I feel it is trying to promote some critical thinking about society in general, using lions as the messengers. Overall, I would definitely recommend this movie! It may be a little graphic for young children, as it shows realistic hunting scenes, but I think it could start some great conversations when watched with an adult.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/13/23

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Great story and footage of an amazing lioness and. Her struggle to survive in a harsh environment

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/23

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Karin Slater

Director

Angela Bassett

Narrator

Tom Hugh-Jones

Executive Producer

Martha Holmes

Executive Producer

Grant Mansfield

Executive Producer

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Synopsis

A new two-hour wildlife documentary based on the lionesses of a powerful pride in South Africa’s Kruger National Park.

Director: Karin Slater
Executive Producer: Tom Hugh-Jones, Martha Holmes, Grant Mansfield
Genre: Documentary, Nature
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 4, 2021