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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 bestselling 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.
For the first time this TV Special, filmed in 2009, pulls together this amazing story using up to date interviews with many of those involved in this unique story. It includes the original footage of Christian filmed in both London and Kenya, the reunion between the three and exclusive new footage of a second reunion which was to be the last time the two men would see Christian.
Exclusive DVD Extras include: • Life at Sophistocat • The stories behind the award winning photographs • Readings by John and Ace • Reactions to the YouTube sensation
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
I can't recommend this film enough. I watched this after seeing the 2 men featured on the BBC news.
Great real life story and brings a tear to the eye of the coldest of hearts.
Great real life story and brings a tear to the eye of the coldest of hearts.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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What a heartwarming story, and so incredible. Finally puts to rest the false idea that animals do not remember individual people - of course they do, but try convincing the scientists - well, let them all watch this film! All credit to Anthony Bourke and John Rendall for caring what happened to Christian, and especially to George Adamson who ultimately was responsible for introducing Christian to a 'normal' life for a full grown African lion. I have watched this film many times and each time I am struck by the powerful bond between Christian and his two human friends.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
I first saw this on TV and luckily enough videod it so that I could watch it over and over again.With digital TV looming I decided to also buy the DVD and also buy the book which was also brilliant and also provided me with lots of brilliant shots of Christian.It takes a lot to amaze me but I was truly amazed and touched by it.I have lent them both to my sons who were also truly surprised.My favourite book and DVD ever!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A Lion called Christian
Simply enchanting and very moving. I can't help thinking that there was something exceptional about Christian. Perhaps it was because of the name he was given. Read more
Published 4 months ago by cathw
GLORIOUS STORY OF THE 'YOUTUBE LION'
Before viewing this, treat yourself to the original feature length story of Christian the lion - 'The Lion At Worlds End' - this was the early Seventies film about how Ace and... Read more
Published 5 months ago by J. McCarraher
Beautiful, A must for Animal Lovers!!!
I loved watching the iconic clip on YouTube...and I had to buy this to tell the story and it certainly does that.. Heartwarming stuff!!
Published 5 months ago by happielovin
Christian the Lion
The story of Christian the Lion made me cry. Is a wonderful story of unconditional love between Christian and his owners and how to say goodbye to someone you care for and love. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Stormy
Doodles10
an amazing true life sstory that makes me very emotional each time i watch the dvd recommend viewing for anyone from child to pensioner. arrived promptly
Published 10 months ago by Doodles10
The call of the wild
Although, rightly unthinkable nowadays to sell lions in a high street store and raise them as pets in urban surroundings (a fact now acknowledged by Christian's former owners), the... Read more
Published 10 months ago by pilgrim0795
A Lion Called Christian DVD
Very pleased with purchase.Arrived quickly and well packed. It is a documentary about two young hippie blokes who bought a lion cub from Harrods back in the swinging sixties. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Cate
A Lion Clled Christian
Bought for the grandsons. The love it
and have watched it over and over.
Brilliant real life story.
and have watched it over and over.
Brilliant real life story.
Published 15 months ago by Eileen J. Grassby
A Lion Called Christian /DVD
Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful !!!!!!
Shows you how much love animals have ,even lions !!!!!
Love this DVD, so glad I bought it !!!!!!!
Shows you how much love animals have ,even lions !!!!!
Love this DVD, so glad I bought it !!!!!!!
Published on 19 May 2010 by Laura A. Binkley
Heartwarming
This is a heartwarming true story suitable for adults and children alike. Anyone who likes animals would love this and it is more than worth the money. Read more
Published on 3 April 2010 by Ms. Carol M. Eyden
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