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Thabo and the Rhino Case

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Thabo lives with his uncle, a ranger at a wildlife reserve in Eswatini, Africa, and dreams of being a private detective. When a rhino is killed for its valuable horn, Thabo's uncle falls under suspicion. Thabo and his new friend Emma decide to find the real culprits as they care for the rhino's orphaned calf.

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Cath Clarke Guardian 03/12/2024
3/5
There’s lots here for curious kids to pick up on: the poaching, the differences between kids’ lives depending on where they live in the world. Or they can enjoy the film as a good, fun adventure. Go to Full Review Christie Cronan Common Sense Media 05/04/2024
4/5
Rhino poaching mystery has animal death; peril; language. Go to Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com 03/23/2024
3.0/4.0
A winning adventure for the entire family. Go to Full Review Terry Sherwood Film Threat 02/09/2024
8/10
Thabo and the Rhino Case is a wonderful family film about real troubles and explains complex issues like poverty, animal rights, and prejudice without being heavy-handed or condescending. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ohad K 05/04/2024 A simple old-time movie, around kids and their adventurous spirits. Loved the animals and conservation efforts shown in the movie. See more Donovan M @RT96446789 03/26/2024 Saw this movie at the Chandler International Film Festival and loved it. Great little kid detectives movie with a stunning setting. Great direction and fun movie for the whole family. See more Read all reviews
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Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt

Director

Litlhohonolofatso Litlhakayane

Thabo

Andrea Sawatzki

Aunt Agatha

Ava Skuratowski

Emma

Kumkani Pilonti

Sifiso

Nhlakanipho Lindokuhle Manqele

Vusi
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Synopsis Thabo lives with his uncle, a ranger at a wildlife reserve in Eswatini, Africa, and dreams of being a private detective. When a rhino is killed for its valuable horn, Thabo's uncle falls under suspicion. Thabo and his new friend Emma decide to find the real culprits as they care for the rhino's orphaned calf.
Director
Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt
Producer
Peter Herrmann
Screenwriter
Mara Eibl-Eibesfeldt, Ursula Gruber, Martin Gypkens
Distributor
Purdie Distribution
Production Co
Desert Flower Filmproductions
Rating
PG (Language|Brief Smoking|A Suggestive Reference|Mild Violence|Thematic Material)
Genre
Kids & Family, Adventure, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 3, 2024, Limited
Runtime
1h 37m
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1