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From Disneynature, the studio that brought you Earth and Oceans, comes the epic journey African Cats. Set against one of the wildest places on Earth, you'll experience the extraordinary adventure of two families as they strive to make a home in an untamed land. Stunning high-definition images take your breath away as you come face-to-face with these majestic kings of the savanna and their true-life love, humor, and determination. Blending family bonds with the power and majesty of the wild, it's an exciting, awe-inspiring experience that will touch your heart.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By S. Daman
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was ready to jump out of my seat with joy when i saw the previews for this. The movie more than lived up to my expectations.
I've been a huge admirer of wild cats ever since i saw Born Free as a little girl. Lions, cheetahs, tigers, servals you name it. I've watched many video's and t.v. specials on them over the years but few compare to DisneyNature African cats.
Showing both good times and bad this is an acurate depiction of these cats lives. Disney did an admirable job of making it as family friendly as possible. Yes, some scenes may upset very young viewers. If you're worried about a 'Bambi' moment you may want to preview it first.
However i strongly recommend you get this film and save it for when they are ready.
It's a beautiful, honest movie about some of this world's most majestic and inspiring beings. African Cats and other DisneyNature films are 'living' memories of our world. A world in which sadly lions and cheetahs may soon be a thing of our past.
I eagerly look forward to getting the dvd of this. It's only available in a dvd/blue ray combo but as long as there's a disc i can use with my dvd player, ok.
I've been a huge admirer of wild cats ever since i saw Born Free as a little girl. Lions, cheetahs, tigers, servals you name it. I've watched many video's and t.v. specials on them over the years but few compare to DisneyNature African cats.
Showing both good times and bad this is an acurate depiction of these cats lives. Disney did an admirable job of making it as family friendly as possible. Yes, some scenes may upset very young viewers. If you're worried about a 'Bambi' moment you may want to preview it first.
However i strongly recommend you get this film and save it for when they are ready.
It's a beautiful, honest movie about some of this world's most majestic and inspiring beings. African Cats and other DisneyNature films are 'living' memories of our world. A world in which sadly lions and cheetahs may soon be a thing of our past.
I eagerly look forward to getting the dvd of this. It's only available in a dvd/blue ray combo but as long as there's a disc i can use with my dvd player, ok.
23 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
I saw this movie at the theater and LOVED IT. I particularly loved the way they portrayed lions. Too often are lions portrayed as the bad guys who are just out to kill the sweet little zebras and antelope. This film actually makes you understand that just because lions kill for food doesn't mean they're bad--they have a family to feed. At some parts, I was actually cheering for the lions to get food, because if they didn't, the cubs wouldn't survive. This film also shows the affectionate and playful side to lions, while still showing their aggressive and predatory side. I really wasn't expecting lions to be so family-oriented and sweet to each other. Then again, I guess that's how the pride becomes strong.
I also like how it shows that big cats have their own problems too and that they aren't trouble-free bullies, like so many other animal programs make them out to be. Of course, this movie has animal death, but then again, what do you expect? It's a movie about LIONS and CHEETAHS--of course they are going to show how they get food! I have read too many reviews on other sites from people complaining about Disney showing how lions and cheetahs kill for food, and claiming that they ran out of the theater CRYING with their kids in tow. Okay, idiots, if you want to see a movie about the lives of LIONS AND CHEETAHS, common sense tells you that you will see some blood. If your common sense does not tell you that, then that's your own fault for being ignorant. I mean seriously. There was even death and violence in "March of the Penguins"! Even so, the killings in "African Cats" are not very graphic. Really, you just see a hunt, a strike, and maybe some blood on the cats' faces after they've eaten, but it's nowhere near as graphic as some drama queens make it out to be.... Read more ›
I also like how it shows that big cats have their own problems too and that they aren't trouble-free bullies, like so many other animal programs make them out to be. Of course, this movie has animal death, but then again, what do you expect? It's a movie about LIONS and CHEETAHS--of course they are going to show how they get food! I have read too many reviews on other sites from people complaining about Disney showing how lions and cheetahs kill for food, and claiming that they ran out of the theater CRYING with their kids in tow. Okay, idiots, if you want to see a movie about the lives of LIONS AND CHEETAHS, common sense tells you that you will see some blood. If your common sense does not tell you that, then that's your own fault for being ignorant. I mean seriously. There was even death and violence in "March of the Penguins"! Even so, the killings in "African Cats" are not very graphic. Really, you just see a hunt, a strike, and maybe some blood on the cats' faces after they've eaten, but it's nowhere near as graphic as some drama queens make it out to be.... Read more ›
19 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By J. Collins
Format:Blu-ray
I'm all for documentaries on movies. I especially love Africa and lions are my favorite big cat. This movie is utterly painful to watch. The so called violence doesn't bother me, after all thats nature. The parts of the movie that bothered me was the terrible narration, giving what was "emotion" to animals. Yes animals feel emotions and such but saying things like "To Mara, he's the best dad ever!" is stupid. Along with beating the viewers over and over again on how much a mother loves her cubs also adds to the annoyance. If it was just a strait up documentary then it would be fine. If you want to watch something that isn't covered all over with anthropomorphism watch Big Cat Diary. It's way better, gives you the strait facts, tells you what is behind all of the behaviors of the animals and has ALL of the big African cats. It also doesn't treat you like a very unintelligent child with it's narration.
Over all if you get sad easily over animals dying, don't watch this. Animals die in here, animals that are intended to be food for the main "characters" and 4 main characters die, 2 cubs, a lioness, and a lion (not technically but can be implied) If you can't take death or don't want your little one to see anything die then don't watch.
In a way I lucked out getting this for Xmas since that way I didn't have had to spend $26.00 on this. Hope this helps some people out. If anything if you really want to see this movie try watching it on netflix or borrowing it from a friend, otherwise I wouldn't waste my money on it.
Over all if you get sad easily over animals dying, don't watch this. Animals die in here, animals that are intended to be food for the main "characters" and 4 main characters die, 2 cubs, a lioness, and a lion (not technically but can be implied) If you can't take death or don't want your little one to see anything die then don't watch.
In a way I lucked out getting this for Xmas since that way I didn't have had to spend $26.00 on this. Hope this helps some people out. If anything if you really want to see this movie try watching it on netflix or borrowing it from a friend, otherwise I wouldn't waste my money on it.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Montana
Format:Blu-ray
For me, this movie was great. As a younger kid (maybe 5), I would have thought this movie very sad. However, this is the true life of the african cats in their day to day routines. Yes, there is hunting and death but that is the true circle of life. I am a big cat fanatic, so I knew most of the facts in the movie already, but I still found the movie enjoyable. I believe any child around 10 or older would find it fascinating.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exceptional photography of wild animals and their survival in Kenya
November 11, 2011
By L. Powell
Format:Amazon Instant Video
Exceptional photography of wild animals and their survival in Kenya. Incredible close-ups plus slow-motion photography, capturing amazing actions blended with suspenseful and tender moments throughout the animal kingdom. Beautiful music and scenery showing numerous weather conditions, and aerial shots with incredible views making one appreciate the profound beauty of this untouched and incredible country. I enjoyed the unexpected stampede of a single elephant saving the baby cheetahs and the exceptional educational narration of the movie with new facts about this part of the animal kingdom.
The hardship of each species is also shown briefly and provided an overall appreciation for the competition for food, territory, and endurance to win reigning power, balanced with the unexpected competition from other lion prides among each other. In addition to the lions, the challenges of the solitary life of a cheetah and her fiercest enemies in this area of beautiful Africa were new lessons to me as I watched this in awe and new appreciation.It makes me want to go visit it immediately! Thank you!
The hardship of each species is also shown briefly and provided an overall appreciation for the competition for food, territory, and endurance to win reigning power, balanced with the unexpected competition from other lion prides among each other. In addition to the lions, the challenges of the solitary life of a cheetah and her fiercest enemies in this area of beautiful Africa were new lessons to me as I watched this in awe and new appreciation.It makes me want to go visit it immediately! Thank you!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
Does not work on Sony DVD recorders
I loved this video when I watched it on Direct TV. I immediately went to Amazon to order it for my two grandsons (3 & 6 yrs old) so we would have something fun to watch together... Read more
Published 7 hours ago by sally s lambe
5.0 out of 5 stars
interesting
I love these Disney nature movies. The African cats one is my favorite though. The movie is very interesting, educational, and entertaining for anybody of any age.
Published 10 hours ago by Monique
2.0 out of 5 stars
Blu-Ray disk didn't work.
The case was broken in transit and the Blu-Ray disk didn't work. Fortunately, the DVD worked so we were able to enjoy a great movie.
Published 5 days ago by Jennifer Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Family MUST Have Movie!
This movie is one any family should have and watch together. We had a copy and unfortunately lost it. There was no discussion or argument that we HAD to get this movie back. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Jared
1.0 out of 5 stars
Disks do not work
The Blue Ray disk does not play anything more than the previews and the DVD disk works for about 2 minutes and then freezes. Will be returning.
Published 15 days ago by Anne Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars
great story
If you love animals its so cool watching storied of real life animals in the wild great movie must see
Published 16 days ago by shweetie72
5.0 out of 5 stars
AWESOME
This was a awesome movie to watch i could not put it down once it started. I def recommend to anybody who likes animals!!
Published 18 days ago by Tracy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulous
It must be the best documentary of wild life I have ever seen. Magnificent filming, and fabulous scenes, some of which are particularly unusual
Published 23 days ago by Amanda Proudfoot Fichard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Highly Recommended
African Cats, a documentary from Disneynature, takes viewers into the lives of two lion prides and a cheetah family. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Penny Zeller, Christian Author and Speaker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Kitties
This is truly beautiful. If you like the Big Cats this will not disappoint! Highly recommend for people of all ages.
Published 1 month ago by DeeJae
