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Christian the Lion (The Lion Who Thought He Was People)
 
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Christian the Lion (The Lion Who Thought He Was People) (1976)

Starring: Bill Travers, Virginia McKenna Director: Bill Travers Rating: G (General Audience) Format: DVD
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)


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Product Details

  • Actors: Bill Travers, Virginia McKenna, George Adamson, Terence Adamson, Anthony Bourke
  • Directors: Bill Travers
  • Format: NTSC, Full Screen, Color
  • Region: All Regions
  • Rating: G (General Audience)
  • Studio: HSV
  • Run Time: 87 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001HA5F2U
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #46,475 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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Product Description

CHRISTIAN THE LION is the story of a zoo-born lion cub purchased by two young men one Christmas at Harrod's Department store. They hand-raised the cub in London until he grew so large they knew he couldn't remain in London. This wonderful documentary was produced by the makers of "Born Free" to finance Christian's journey from England to east Africa and his introduction to life in the wild. It chronicles not only this major change in his life, but also the lasting and loving bond formed with his human "family." Clips from this film have circulated on the internet showing the remarkable and touching reunion of Christian with the men who raised him as a cub. The clips have also appeared on several TV shows.

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56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Never have i seen such love displayed by "ferocious beasts"., February 3, 2006
In the same mold as 'Born Free', this documentary style film, to me, is much better. It's about a 3rd generation London Zoo lion named 'Christian', that acts like a human...and his eventual introduction into a life with wild lions in Africa. Much of the film centers around George Adamson, and how he forms a pride of lions out of rehabilitated, orphan cubs. Which is just amazing.
Never have i seen such love displayed by "ferocious beasts". 'Christian' is a cat like no other. He will surely touch your heart.
We found it on a $1 DVD, at Family Dollar. It's a double feature disc with another family film ('Lil'Scratch'), on the opposite side, about an orphaned bear cub. The transfer quality isn't that good, but the story makes up for it.
It has some sad scenes and shows carcasses of large mammals, so viewer discretion is advised.
A very powerful and moving experience.
***** 5 Stars. Highly recommended!
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50 of 53 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a true story and you are there as it unfolds., December 18, 2002
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If you liked the book and movie Born Free and would like to see the real George Adamson in a movie, as himself, then do not miss this entertaining and touching movie filmed in Kenya. The stars of the movie Born Free became close friends with George Adamson during the making of Born Free and they returned to make this this wonderful film. This is a true story, filmed as it happened. A London born Lion bought in a department store is flown to Africa to be introduced to a life in the wild by conservationist George Adamson.

Whether you love Lions, George Adamson, Africa or just enjoy an amazing true story, this is a movie which will entertain you and touch your heart.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, July 26, 2008
By Loriski (Chicago) - See all my reviews
I have only just ordered this tape for my own, but I have watched the whole thing on you-tube. It's a beautiful story. Touching and heartfelt. I highly recommend seeing this.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Old but brilliant
What a story, and the reunion scene is to die for - and much better without the cheezy music on the U-Tube clips.
Published 4 days ago by Skule E. Smorgrav

5.0 out of 5 stars I bought it much cheaper
I am animal crazy & I just love this story. I was going to purchase it from Amazon but I quite accidentally came across it on Life is a Movie. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Tiggress

5.0 out of 5 stars Christian the Lion-A great film!
When I saw this dvd on Amazon.com I was very exited because I was having a hard time finding it. I knew it would be a great video, it really does show you the bond that can exist... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sondra Nilson

5.0 out of 5 stars Christian and Lion/VHS
The tape we ordered arrived quickly and in great condition. There was no fuss, no glitches and no delays. Thank you!
Published 4 months ago by Joyce W. Dean

5.0 out of 5 stars Most heartwarming film I've ever seen.
This is an old documentary from the seventies, but it changed my life. If you are an animal lover, you will love this movie. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kandice C. Heller

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing real footage
After seeing excerpts on Youtube, I was intrigued. The video is worth every penny. What an amazing story of a lion cub raised by two men, who then introduce the young adult to the... Read more
Published 5 months ago by dlmarshall

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Documentary
Christian the Lion is a wonderful story. I watched the movie after reading the book and really enjoyed it. I recommend this video to all people who love animals.
Published 6 months ago by R. Harris

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE THIS LION!!!
After seeing the YouTube sensation, I just had to get this video, which shows the whole documentary about Christian. Would have liked to have the DVD, but too expensive. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Leisel Weiss

5.0 out of 5 stars Truely wonderful story
This is an utterly heart-warming story that has a strong nostalgic feel to it, since it just couldn't happen in this world today. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Widget

5.0 out of 5 stars Search out a copy of this
Finally finding an audience on You-tube, there is a reason this is a number one bestseller. There are DVD versions out there, just google search and you can find one. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Replacetvdisc

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