David Attenborough narrates the intimate story of a leopard mother and her two cubs. This very special family must survive in the wilds of Botswana alongside some less-than-friendly neighbours: lions, wild dogs and hyenas. The competition for food is tough, and if they are going to make it they must learn a new skill - they must learn to fish. This is an epic family drama. With them every step of the way is local cameraman Brad Bestelink. Brad's 18-month journey following the lives of these secretive big cats offers a rare glimpse into an otherwise hidden world
- Status
- Released
- Production
- BBC Two, BBC Earth, Icon Films, Nat Geo Wild
Keywords
- leopard
- botswana
- nature documentary
- big cats
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Top Cast
David Attenborough as Narrator (voice)
Top Crew
Brad Bestelink · Director, Cinematographer
Steve Gooder · Director
William Goodchild · Composer
Richard Uren · Cinematographer
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