AT / SA 2020, 52 min

LEOPARD LEGACY

A film by Will & Lianne Steenkamp

An extraordinary leopardess with newborn cubs is faced with the challenges of motherhood whilst, surrounded by fierce enemies, she has to protect her young, hunt successfully and defend her territory.

Filmed over more than three years, filmmakers Will and Lianne Steenkamp share yet another incredible true wildlife story. Living along the banks of the Luangwa, they closely followed a courageous, devoted mother leopard and her two newborn cubs as they each faced their own challenges in the African wilderness. From life-threatening encounters with hyenas, baboons and other leopards, to the remarkable triumphs of their most spectacular and unique hunts, and the unexpected losses that bring tragedy to their lives - the two generations of leopards bring a real, intimate story of what truly happens in the fascinating life of such a gracious, elusive big cat. Extraordinary behaviour, dramatic moments and an inspiring, true story revealed through captivating cinematography and gripping storytelling.

 

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Photos: Will Steenkamp
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FESTIVALS

Festival International
du Film Ornithologique de Ménigoute, 2021, France: Grand Prix

Sondrio Film Festival, 2021, Italy: Stelvio National Park Award 

Wildlife Conservation Film Festival 2021, USA: Best Feature Film

Matsalu Film Festival 2021, Estonia, Best Camera Award

Greenscreen Nature Film Festival 2021, Germany, Best Camera Award

International Wildlife Film Festival 2021, USA, Animal Behaviour Award

NaturVision Film Festival 2021, Germany, Best Camera Award

Nature Without Borders Wildlife Film Festival 2021, Best of Show: Wildlife & Nature

Golden Sparrow International Film Festival January 2021, India,
Best Cinematography, Best Nature/Environment/Wildlife Film, Best  International Feature Film, Best Musical Theme, Best Original Score,  Best Director, Best Editing, Best Sound Design, Best Production Company, Best Producer

Deauville Green Awards 2021, France, Silver Trophy for Best Preservation & Biodiversity Film

World Media Festivals TV and Corporate Media Awards 2021, Germany, Intermedia Globe Gold

Green Screen Wildlife Film Festival (2021), Germany: Nominee for Best Post Production

New York Festivals TV & Film Awards (2021), USA: Finalist Wildlife & Nature Documentary

Wildlife Film Festival Rotterdam (2021), Netherlands

Festival International Nature Namur (2021), Belgium

NaturVision Film Festival (2021): Nominee for Best Wildlife Film

Nature Without Borders Wildlife Film Festival (2021): Outstanding Excellence: Cinematography

Nature Without Borders Wildlife Film Festival (2021): Excellence: Edit, Score & Sound

International Festival Academia Olmouc (2021): Official Selection

Sondrio Festival (2021): Official Selection

Wildlife Film Festival Rotterdam (2021): Official Selection

Green Screen Wildlife Film Festival (2021): Nominee for Best Camera

Green Screen Wildlife Film Festival (2021): Nominee for Best Post Production

New York Festivals TV&Film Awards (2021): Finalist Wildlife & Nature Documentary

Sondrio International Documentary Film Festival (2021): Official Selection

Matsalu Film Festival (2021): Official Selection

Festival International du Film Ornithologique (2021): Official Selection

Wildlife Conservation Film Festival (2021), USA: Official Selection