A Lion Called Christian
Originally released in 2009. A Lion Called Christian is a documentary film. directed by Jackie Osei Tutu. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Barbara Flynn and George Adamson
Synopsis
In 2008, a clip posted on YouTube featuring an emotional reunion between a young lion and his owners became an internet sensation. Overnight people wanted to know more about what lay behind this clip. The two men in question, Anthony 'Ace' Bourke and John Rendall, have published an updated best-selling version of their account of how they came to buy Christian the lion from a London department store in the late 60s. They explain how they lived with the lion whilst working in a furniture shop down the King's Road in what was then the tail end of the swinging 60s and how they eventually came to introduce their lion into the wild under the watchful eye of lion expert, George Adamson.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 28, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
0h 45m
45 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Lion Called Christian about?
In 2008, a clip posted on YouTube featuring an emotional reunion between a young lion and his owners became an internet sensation. Overnight people wanted to know more about what lay behind this cl...
Who directed A Lion Called Christian?
A Lion Called Christian was directed by Jackie Osei Tutu.
How long is A Lion Called Christian?
A Lion Called Christian has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).
When was A Lion Called Christian released?
A Lion Called Christian was released on March 28, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Lion Called Christian?
The main cast of A Lion Called Christian includes Barbara Flynn, George Adamson.