African Cats

THE AWE-INSPIRING ADVENTURE OF TWO INCREDIBLE FAMILIES AS THEY TRY TO SURVIVE IN THE WILDEST PLACE ON EARTH

Roars On To Disney Blu-ray™ & DVD On  20^th August 2012

3rd September 2012 sees the home entertainment release of the latest Disneynature film, AFRICAN CATS, an epic film profiling two incredible families as they strive to make a home in the wilds of Africa.  Disneynature AFRICAN CATS is the perfect family-friendly film that provides an exciting journey into the wild while also raising consumer awareness for these incredible animals.

AFRICAN CATS takes viewers deep into the breathtaking African savannah to witness the heart-stopping rivalry between two lion prides and the epic journey of one brave cheetah family.  Shot over the course of two and a half years using state-of-the-art camera equipment, AFRICAN CATS captures the awe-inspiring beauty of one of the wildest places on Earth as it tells the dramatic and often intimate stories of 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 clan.

A remarkable adventure blending family bonds with the power and cunning of the wild, AFRICAN CATS captures the real-life love, humor and determination of these majestic kings of the savannah in an exciting, heartwarming and visually stunning tale that is sure to engage children and adults alike.  The film is narrated by Golden Globe® nominated actor Patrick Stewart and directed by Alastair Fothergill (Disneynature EARTH) and Keith Scholey.

In addition to the film, the discs include an incredible array of bonus features that take viewers deeper into the savannah through extensive interactive behind-the-scenes footage including filmmaker and conservationist interviews, an incredibly touching music video featuring Jordin Sparks singing “The World I Knew,” plus a look at the global efforts to which The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund contributes.

Bonus Features:

DVD:

·         Disney & Nature – Viewers get a deeper look into the conservation efforts around the world being sponsored by The Walt Disney Company.

·         Save The Savannah – A comprehensive look at Disney’s “See AFRICAN CATS, Save the Savannah” program and its impact on the region.

BLU-RAY:

Everything on the DVD, plus…

·         Jordin Sparks “The World I Knew” Music Video

Product Information

• Release date;    3^rd September 2012
• Certificate:          U
• Running Time:   89 minutes
• Product Information       1 Disc Blu Ray and 1 Disc DVD.