Desert Lions

When it rains, it pours in Nxai Pan in northern Botswana. Lush plains scattered with vast herds of antelope stretch to the horizon. It is a veritable paradise. But Nxai Pan is a place of harsh contradictions. For when the rainy season is over, the lake dries up, leaving behind only cracked, desiccated salt pans as the desert, and its devastating heat returns. The biggest contradiction of all, then, is to call a place of such struggle "hell on earth" - because for some - this is still paradise. The lions of Nxai Pan have perfected the art of survival in some of the harshest conditions in Africa. A coalition of two mighty male lions rules this empire, their tenure spanning almost a decade. Their territory is vast, their females are loyal, and their hold on their land is ironclad. But they're getting old, and the looming dry season holds the promise of being one of the deadliest yet. Can these desert kings and their megapride dominate another dry season, or will this be their last?
Comments about documentary «Desert Lions» (16)
Engaging From the First Moment to The Very Last, But Blink-and You'll Miss It !
This is the cutest movie!! Literally the cutest.
If you have not seen this film just take the time to watch it and just take in the amazing story and the incredible performances turned in by the cast!
A little long but great story and visuals
YO-YOO! One of the best movies I have seen. I watch a lot of movies and I must admit this is one my favourites. It is definitely worth seeing. Loved it.
One of the most brilliant movies I have ever seen.
I'm sure as hell glad I saw this movie! Definitely surprised me!
If you are movie fans you'll love the film! Totally worth the experience!
Vanessa Lucas is fantastic. Real suspense and intriguing believable story! The movie forced us to use our minds and to immerse ourselves.
Was not expecting it to be SO GOOD! This has seriously become my favorite movie to date.