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The Leopard Son

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The Leopard Son (1996)

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Reviews Counted:8

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Average Rating:6.3/10

Runtime: 84 mins

Genre: Education/General Interest

Synopsis: Sir John Gielgud narrates this critically-acclaimed feature documenting the birth of a leopard cub and its challenging journey to maturity on the plains of Africa. Facing all kinds of new and... Sir John Gielgud narrates this critically-acclaimed feature documenting the birth of a leopard cub and its challenging journey to maturity on the plains of Africa. Facing all kinds of new and dangerous challenges, the cub must survive against all odds to become a full-fledged hunter and find its place in the complex African ecosystem. A stirring soundtrack is provided by Stewart Copeland, founding member of The Police. [More]

Composer: Stewart Copeland

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