04 May 2012

African Cats Hit the Silver Screen Thanks to Disney


Filmed by two BBC directors, Disney’s latest film, African Cats, brings the heart of the nature-centric continent to the silver screen. Taking its cue from tours resembling the Kruger National Park safari, this adventure is as endearing as its fluffy cub compatriots.   

Based on a true story, Kenya’s African Cats are as remarkable as they appear in documentary. The film captures the famed qualities of love, determination and strength in Mara, an adorable cub who makes every effort to grow up with her mother’s power and insight. Not the only downy star to capture the hearts of the audience, Disney’s African Cats absorbs the poignant nature of the lives of several lions and cheetahs. Their fight for survival in the Savannah plains is narrated by Sir Patrick Stewart, who perfectly punctuates the inspiring lives of these kings of the Savannah.

A huggable Disney film, the fluffy cub protagonists have even caught the attention of Kate Middleton and Prince William, who attended the Disney African cats movie premiere in London. The screening of the movie was used to raise donations for William’s Tusk Trust conservation charity.

Beautiful in its conception, African cats is sure to lure tourists on 3 day Kruger Park safaris. Going on their very own journey through the wild, tourists and locals will be able to gain a new appreciation for the Big 5 and all that they contribute to African culture.