The Magic Lion
2004
6 min
Coming soon
This animated short is about a Kenyan boy who goes on a quest to save the life of his sick grandfather. In his search for healers in a mysterious village, he encounters a strange lion caught in a trap. Upon being freed, the lion gratefully takes the boy on an adventure.
Details
This animated short is about a Kenyan boy who goes on a quest to save the life of his sick grandfather. In his search for healers in a mysterious village, he encounters a strange lion caught in a trap. Upon being freed, the lion gratefully takes the boy on an adventure.
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directorCharles Githinji
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producerGeorge Johnson
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executive producerSvend-Erik EriksenRina Fraticelli
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voiceMichael DobsonComfort Adesuwa Ero
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composerCelso Muchado
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musicianCelso Muchado
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music recordingSidney Perez
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editorIan Roe
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sound designAlex MacFarlane
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editing servicesEar-Shot Productions
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sound servicesEar-Shot Productions
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creative consultantJoy Russell
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researchJoy Russell
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consultant - animationClaire Maxwell
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consultant - technicalRubén Möller
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consultant - contentReg Denis
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production supervisorKathryn Lynch
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program administratorBruce Hagerman
Education
Study Guide - Guide 1
Study African cultures and the tradition of the quest to enter manhood. How does this tradition relate to the film? Explore the notion of the hero’s quest and its significance in our culture. What are some examples? (Jesus, Star Wars, The Hobbit, etc.) How does spiritual or religious faith help us to find strength in hard times?
