Official Disneynature's African Cats thread (updated 6/15 post #46) - The DIS Discussion Forums

Mouse Skywalker · 03-26-2011, 08:10 AM

This thread will have the official information from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures regarding DisneyNature's African Cats.

This is Disney's latest true-life adventure film, rated G, to be released on Earth Day - April 22, 2011. The film will be narrated by actor Samuel L. Jackson.

Description from Disney:

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An epic true story set against the backdrop of one of the wildest places on Earth, “African Cats” captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. Narrated by Oscar®-nominated actor Samuel L. Jackson, the story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a rival lion and his sons. DisneyNature brings “The Lion King” to life on the big screen in this True Life Adventure directed by Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergill (“Earth”). An awe-inspiring adventure blending family bonds with the power and cunning of the wild, “African Cats” leaps into theatres on Earth Day, April 22, 2011.

Continue for images and stills in the following posts.

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Mouse Skywalker · 03-26-2011, 09:42 AM

DisneyNature announces collaboration with the African Wildlife Foundation to help save the savanna during “African Cats’” opening week April 22-28, 2011

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DisneyNature announced plans to collaborate with the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) on a program to celebrate the release of the new DisneyNature feature film “African Cats.” the program, “see ‘African Cats,’ save the savanna” was revealed in Nairobi, Kenya, during AWF’s 50th anniversary celebration. During the film’s opening week (April 22-28), a portion of the proceeds from that week’s ticket sales will be donated to the organization through the Disney Worldwide Conservation fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna. the AWF will be working to protect the Amboseli wildlife corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu National Parks, that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

“with its honest portrayal of life on the African savanna, ‘African Cats’ reveals the brilliance of the animals who live there,” said Alan Bergman, President, the Walt Disney Studios. “we are committed to helping the African Wildlife Foundation establish this protective corridor, building upon previous enormously successful conservation efforts from the DisneyNature label.”

“the African Wildlife Foundation is proud to work so closely with DisneyNature on the release of ‘African Cats,’” said Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. “We are celebrating 50 years of working with the people of Africa to ensure the wildlife and these wild lands endure forever; extending the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor will be a great step forward in these efforts.”

The film, which will be released in theaters worldwide, opens in North America on April 22, 2011. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are already available in the United States by calling 1-888-disney6.

Mouse Skywalker · 03-26-2011, 09:53 AM

DisneyNature's African Cats official movie trailer can be found here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyw5KiT0tM0

Mouse Skywalker · 03-26-2011, 09:54 AM

In this video, Directors Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey describe the characters and concept behind African Cats. What they call, "one of the greatest natural history spectacles on our planet."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u80R81hTfw

Mouse Skywalker · 03-26-2011, 09:56 AM

In this video, Disney Channel stars Tiffany Thornton and Brandon Mychal Smith give details on the cats who are the stars of "African Cats."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tomdJXFj1Rg

Scouter · 03-26-2011, 12:11 PM

Can't wait to see this, I've had it marked on my calendar for months

FaithTrustnPixieDust · 03-26-2011, 05:11 PM

The pictures are beautiful!

We have been waiting to see this since we first saw a preview back in December.

Can't wait.

Mouse Skywalker · 04-05-2011, 07:36 AM

In this video, Disney Channel stars Tiffany Thornton and Brandon Mychal Smith share more details on the cats who are the stars of "African Cats."

Mouse Skywalker · 04-05-2011, 07:48 AM

DisneyNature released a new video clip with Samuel L. Jackson's narration to introduce Fang and his pride (including cubs).

Mouse Skywalker · 04-07-2011, 07:18 AM

DisneyNature released a new video clip showing Sita's cheetah cubs confronting an ostrich.

Mouse Skywalker · 04-10-2011, 08:14 AM

Jordin Sparks revealed her new song "The World I Knew" is the theme for DisneyNature's African Cats.

From Walt Disney Studios:

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For the end credit song, filmmakers called on “American Idol” winner and platinum-selling recording artist Jordin Sparks to sing “The World I Knew,” which was written by hit songwriter/artist Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic). Walt Disney Records is doing its part to help Save the Savanna, donating 20 percent of net proceeds received from the sale of the Jordin Sparks single to the African Wildlife Foundation for each single sold between April 12, 2011, and April 12, 2012, with a maximum of $50,000 to be contributed to AWF.

You can watch the video for the song in the link below.

http://youtu.be/HKLgpEa7-yk

03-26-2011, 08:11 AM	#2
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Sita and cubs on termite mound Ph: Keith Scholey ©2010 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Sita with a panorama of Africa behind her. Ph: Keith Scholey ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Fang facing off against a crocodile. Ph: Owen Newman ©2010 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 03-26-2011 at 12:24 PM.

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03-26-2011, 09:53 AM	#7
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	African Cats: Official Trailer DisneyNature's African Cats official movie trailer can be found here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyw5KiT0tM0 __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!)

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Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Video: African Cats Story Featurette In this video, Directors Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey describe the characters and concept behind African Cats. What they call, "one of the greatest natural history spectacles on our planet." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u80R81hTfw (L-R) Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey Ph: Cécile Burban ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 03-26-2011 at 12:31 PM.

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Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Ph: Keith Scholey ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Ph: Keith Scholey ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 03-26-2011 at 08:28 AM.

03-26-2011, 09:56 AM	#9
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Video: African Cats - Field Guide 1 In this video, Disney Channel stars Tiffany Thornton and Brandon Mychal Smith give details on the cats who are the stars of "African Cats." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tomdJXFj1Rg ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 04-05-2011 at 07:51 AM.

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Scouter DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Liverpool, NY Posts: 5,720	Can't wait to see this, I've had it marked on my calendar for months __________________ I NEED ANOTHER DISNEY VACATION!!!!

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FaithTrustnPixieDust Those that plant kindness gather love! Look for the Extraordinary in the Ordinary! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 758	The pictures are beautiful! We have been waiting to see this since we first saw a preview back in December. Can't wait. __________________ Lisa SSMC11: SSMC Reunion Cruise:

04-05-2011, 07:36 AM	#12
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Video: African Cats - Field Guide 2 In this video, Disney Channel stars Tiffany Thornton and Brandon Mychal Smith share more details on the cats who are the stars of "African Cats." Ph: Marguerite Smits Van Oyen ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Follow this link to see the clip. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5gJEEM4Z40 Ph: Owen Newman ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 04-05-2011 at 07:52 AM.

04-05-2011, 07:48 AM	#13
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Video: African Cats - Fang DisneyNature released a new video clip with Samuel L. Jackson's narration to introduce Fang and his pride (including cubs). Ph: Owen Newman ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Follow the link below to see the clip. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB9p3-KknLA Ph: Keith Scholey ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!) Last edited by Mouse Skywalker; 04-05-2011 at 07:55 AM.

04-07-2011, 07:18 AM	#14
Mouse Skywalker The Force is strong with this Podcast Correspondent Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 7,520	Video: African Cats - Never Get Fresh With An Ostrich DisneyNature released a new video clip showing Sita's cheetah cubs confronting an ostrich. Cheetah brothers Ph: Keith Scholey ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Follow the link below to view the video clip. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkVBG4h1WUY Sita ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Ph: Cécile Burban ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. __________________ Dave 2010 WDW Half Marathon; Mickey's Halloween 5K; Wine&Dine Half Marathon 2009 WDW Half Marathon; Muddy Buddy Orlando 2008 Inaugural Exp Everest Chall 2007 Marine Corps Marathon 4:28:50 PR (Thanks again WISHers!) 2007 WL WDW Marathon 5:05.08 (Thank you WISH Racing Team!)

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