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The Magic Lion
This animated short is about an African boy who goes on a quest to save the life of his sick grandfather. In his search for healers in a mysterious village he encounters a strange lion caught in a trap. Upon being freed, the lion takes him on an adventure.
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ashtavakra
“It is such a wonderful film executed with the simplicity of the folk fantasy. I am always moved by the rich imagination of the poor and the tribal folk who use fantasy to combat their helpless and hopeless situations. Kudos to the maker and the team!”
16 Feb 2011
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